Community Health Worker Supervisor

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Direct community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Health Worker Supervisor to lead a team delivering health education and services in Polokwane. You will coach CHWs, ensure program quality, and foster connections with local clinics to improve health outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor's in public health, nursing, social work, or related field, plus several years in public health with some supervision experience. Strong communication and leadership are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in public health or community health work.
• At least 2 years in supervision or team leadership.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and train a team of community health workers.
• Monitor quality and effectiveness of health outreach programs.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting on activities and outcomes.
• Develop strategies to enhance community engagement and health education.
• Liaise with local healthcare facilities and stakeholders to coordinate services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving public health outcomes, is seeking an experienced Community Health Worker Supervisor to lead their team in the Polokwane region. This critical role involves overseeing the daily activities of community health workers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the effective delivery of health education and services. You will be instrumental in connecting underserved communities with essential healthcare resources and promoting healthier lifestyles. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated health professional to make a significant impact on community well-being in Limpopo .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and train a team of community health workers.
• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of health outreach programs and services.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting on program activities and health outcomes.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance community engagement and health education initiatives.
• Liaise with local healthcare facilities and community stakeholders to coordinate services.
• Troubleshoot challenges faced by the community health worker team and implement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Community Health Worker or in a public health role.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team leadership capacity.
• Strong understanding of public health principles and community health challenges.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the Polokwane and surrounding areas is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a team making a difference in public health.
• Professional development opportunities in public health leadership.
• Supportive work environment dedicated to community well-being.
• Direct impact on improving health outcomes in the Limpopo province.