The Medical Social Worker II will be responsible to the Senior Medical Social Worker for co-ordination of Medical Social work activities in the wards and clinics.
Medical Social Worker II Responsibilities
- Provide psycho- social support to patients and their relatives.
- Counselling of Patients and relatives.
- Placement of abandoned patients through networking with other social support Agencies.
- Supervision and guidance of students on attachment.
- Plan and organize post hospitalisation care and support.
- Participate in home based care programs and rehabilitation of patients and relatives.
- Repatriation of stranded patients.
- Protecting patients and support staff by adhering to Infection Control Protocols.
- Supporting quality Assurance / OSHE initiatives in the Department
- Ensuring compliance with the set standard operating procedures
Qualifications for the Medical Social Worker II
- Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Sociology, Social work, Psychology, Mental health, Counselling, Anthropology or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
- At least two (2) years work experience in an NHIF accredited health facility.
- Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Those interested in applying for the declared vacancies and meet the job specifications are required to apply online and MUST submit a hard copy of the Hospital application form available in the website with copies of certificates and testimonials on or before 5pm on 17th October 2017 to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O Box 20723-00202
NAIROBI
“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates
with disabilities are encouraged to apply”. Please visit our website www.knh.or.ke for full profile of all the advertised positions and
the Hospital application form and also the link to apply online.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must present the following
documents during the interview:-
- A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
- EACC Clearance
- Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
- HELB Compliance
- KRA Tax Compliance
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