Jobs in Jamaica: Adherence Counselor

JOB TITLE: Adherence Counselor

LOCATION:  North East Regional Health Authority, St. Mary

DESCRIPTION: HIV/AIDS Prevention & Control Program for the parish of St Mary;  Make recommendations as to the most effective approaches to ensure adherence to Antiretroviral by Persons Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHAs) being followed at local treatment site; Develop in collaboration with multidisciplinary team adherence support groups for PLWHAs at Local Treatment Centers; Facilitate Development of structured mechanisms within support groups to address psychosocial and environmental barriers to effective adherence; Carry out orientation to Clinic for new clinic attendees

QUALIFICATIONS: Certificate in Counseling and three (3) subjects at CXC or ‘O” Levels inclusive of passes in Mathematics, English and any other subject; Have at least 2-3 years work experience; Possess sound knowledge of HIV/AIDS facts and issues; Possess good oral and written communication skills; Must be computer literate; Training in Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) is an asset

CONTACT INFORMATION: The Director, HRM & IR, NERHA, 34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre, Ocho Rios, St Ann; Email: [email protected]; Fax: (876) 795-2747

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 14, 2014