Community Health Worker Coordinator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker Coordinator to supervise a team delivering primary healthcare, health education, and preventive care in Mahikeng. You will train and support health workers, coordinate community-based services, and ensure integrated service delivery with local clinics and leaders.

The role emphasizes leadership, program coordination, and effective communication to improve public health outcomes in the North West region.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Community Health or Public Health or related field
• Experience managing or coordinating community health programs or teams
• Knowledge of primary healthcare principles and SA community health initiatives

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of community health workers
• Coordinate delivery of community-based health services, including screenings and education
• Develop and implement work plans for the community health worker team
• Monitor performance and ensure quality of service delivery
• Liaise with local clinics, hospitals, and community leaders for integrated service delivery
• Maintain records of activities, patient data, and program progress

Skills

Team leadership

Community health

Training

Coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Community Health qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker Coordinator to oversee and support a team of health workers serving the community of Mahikeng . This role is crucial for enhancing access to primary healthcare services, health education, and preventative care within the community. You will be responsible for training, supervising, and coordinating the activities of community health workers, ensuring they provide effective support to residents. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute significantly to public health outcomes in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of community health workers.
• Coordinate the delivery of community-based health services, including health screenings and education.
• Develop and implement work plans for the community health worker team.
• Monitor the performance of health workers and ensure quality of service delivery.
• Liaise with local clinics, hospitals, and community leaders to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Maintain records of activities, patient data, and program progress.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Community Health, Public Health, or a related field.
• Proven experience in managing or coordinating community health programs or teams.
• Strong understanding of primary healthcare principles and community-based health initiatives in South Africa .
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and motivate staff effectively.
• Knowledge of the local health landscape in Mahikeng and the surrounding North West region is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual increases.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a vital community health team.
• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
• Contribution to improving public health in the region.
• Supportive work environment and positive team culture.