First Responder

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About NACOSA:

We started as a convention intent on bringing together organisations working on HIV. We now render services and disburse funds towards a coordinated response to HIV, TB and GBV as public health threats. As an organization, we work at national, provincial local and community levels and strive to embody the ideal spirit of NACOSA. We strive to live our values and philosophy in every interaction and task. NACOSA has a zero-tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), and related abuse of power and is committed to protecting its staff and all people receiving services through our programs from this type of misconduct.

The duties and responsibilities of the First Responder will include, but not limited to:

Programme Implementation

• Provide services such as trauma containment / acute psychological first aid, adherence support, and psychosocial support to all survivors of violenceand raise awareness within the facility
• Ensure safe and confidential crisis interventions are maintained for survivors of sexual violence.
• Provide sufficient information on Post Violence Care services to survivors.
• Provide treatment literacy for sexual and reproductive health services and link to appropriate care
• Be present, at the survivors request, during the taking of the survivors statement by the police, as well as during forensic examination.
• Maintain filing record of notes and reports that are addressed to the supervising social worker.
• Support administrative tasks as required by the facility and Department of Health.
• Sensitise facility staff as well as other stakeholders supporting the PVC sites.
• Support the development of Care Plan & Safety plans and actioning of required referrals
• Provide longer term support and ongoing counselling and manage follow-up and adherence activities through telephonic follow-up and/or home- or facility- visits
• Introduce survivors to the Primary Prevention package of services
• Deliver community awareness raising about gender-based violence through health talks, awareness programmes, community dialogues, workshops or educational sessions in collaboration with GBV Ambassador and other service providers
• Ensure that challenges are clearly communicated to the organisational management team in a timely and professional manner
• Develop and maintain relationships with DREAMS partners, Government departments and NGOs in the district
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records and follow-up on the Survivor logbook.

Required qualifications, skills, and experience.

• Diploma in Social Auxiliary Work
• Professional registration with the South African Council of Social Services
• 3 years work experience in Social Auxiliary counselling and care management
• Experience in emergency preparedness and contingency planning, case management and support
• 3 years experience in Gender-based Violence or Youth specific programmatic areas
• Must have the ability to coordinate and plan implementation
• Knowledge about: Sexual and reproductive health; Gender Based Violence, HIV Testing Services
• Previous working experience in an NGO/NPO field will be advantageous
• Good Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint, E-mails, Outlook)
• Be fully conversant in spoken and written English and 1 other South African language
• Valid drivers license and own vehicle will be advantageous

Personal Competencies

• Show empathy and sensitive to survivors experiences
• Must have the ability to handle high-stress and sensitive situations
• Ability to network and work closely with other professionals, stakeholders and communities.
• Sensitivity to cultural norms and practices

CLOSING DATE - 31 JANUARY 2025

PLEASE NOTE:

Preference will be given to suitably qualified South African applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of NACOSA. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. Candidates must be South African citizens.

In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification. NACOSA respects the privacy of its stakeholders and will treat all personal information provided in line with our recruitment policy and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act.

As part of our hiring process, NACOSA will inquire during reference checks for information about job applicants reference persons regarding any finding of sexual exploitation, abuse, and/or harassment as well as any other forms of misconduct.

Information :

• Company : NACOSA
• Position : First Responder
• Location : Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal
• Country : ZA

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