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Community Health Worker
About this role
Ibifoundry Limited in Lagos seeks a full-time Community Health Worker to act as a bridge between health services and the community. The role involves assisting at community events, helping patients with applications and paperwork, and checking individuals with health conditions. The worker provides health information in culturally appropriate terms, links people to care and social services, and offers informal counselling and follow-up. The position targets frontline public health support for patients in the community. The employer specialises in business systems, digital strategy and enterprise growth, and operates in Ikeja, Lagos.
What you would do
- Staff at community events and information desks
- Assist patients with applications and paperwork
- Conduct checks on individuals with specific health conditions
- Explain health conditions and strategies to improve health and well-being
- Promote healthier behaviours and lifestyles using culturally appropriate language
- Deliver health information to the community
- Link individuals to healthcare and social service resources
- Provide informal counselling, support and follow-up as needed
What they are asking for
- Bachelor’s Degree in social work or a related field preferred
- Experience as a Community Health Worker or similar role
- Experience working with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
- Understanding of the healthcare system and how to help patients access resources
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