Medical Social Worker Iii - 5 Posts At The County Government Of West Pokot

Requirements for Appointment
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C or its equivalent qualification;
Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Mental health or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

Duties and responsibilities
Screening and evaluating patients and families.
Performing psychosocial assessments of patients.
Guiding patients and families in understanding the illnesses, conditions, and treatment options.
Helping patients and families transition into a hospital stay or a new department of the hospital.
Educating patients and families on the roles of healthcare team members, levels of health care, rights, and resources.