Community Health Educator for Moms & Kids (Paarl)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Generous leave

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Health Educator for its Paarl, Western Cape program. You will design and deliver health education workshops, provide counseling, and lead outreach activities focused on maternal and child health, nutrition, family planning, and disease prevention.

Based in the Paarl office with extensive fieldwork, you will collaborate with local clinics and community leaders to empower families, assess needs, and connect them with essential health services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in community health education.
• Experience in Paarl or Western Cape preferred.
• Strong knowledge of maternal and child health, nutrition, family planning, and disease prevention.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging health education programs for pregnant women, new mothers, children and families.
• Conduct individual and group health counseling sessions on maternal, child, and family health.
• Organize outreach events and workshops in Paarl.
• Assess community health needs and tailor content accordingly.
• Build relationships with local healthcare facilities and community leaders.
• Promote access to immunization, nutrition support, and reproductive health services.
• Maintain records of participant engagement and program activities.
• Support monitoring and evaluation of education initiatives.
• Advocate for improved maternal and child health services in Western Cape.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Community Health Educator for its Paarl, Western Cape program. You will design and deliver health education workshops, provide counseling, and lead outreach activities focused on maternal and child health, nutrition, family planning, and disease prevention.

Based in the Paarl office with extensive fieldwork, you will collaborate with local clinics and community leaders to empower families, assess needs, and connect them with essential health services.