Social Health Officer

Description

P.C.E.A TUMUTUMU HOSPITAL
VACANCY
P.C.E.A Tumutumu Hospital which is a faith based level five referral hospital located in Nyeri County 5Km from Karatina town wishes to fill the following vacancy:
Position | No. required
Social Health Officer | 1
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Valid registration with a recognized professional body (e.g., Kenya National Association of Social Workers).
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience as a Medical Social Worker, ideally within a hospital or healthcare setting, with a proven track record of effectively supporting diverse populations.
- Solid understanding of social work principles, theories, and practices applicable in healthcare environments.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in computer applications relevant to social work and case management.
- Additional certification or short courses in health-related fields will be an added advantage.
- A recommendation letter from a religious leader, who should also be included as one of the referees.
Applicants should submit a single PDF containing their application letter, CV, academic and professional certificates, and testimonials, addressed to the undersigned so as to be received on or before 13th August 2025:
The Chief Executive Officer
P.C.E.A Tumutumu Hospital
P.O. Private Bag 10101 - KARATINA
or
recruitments@pceatumutumuhospital.org
Please note:
• The institution has not engaged any recruitment agency.
• No fees are charged at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Due to a high volume of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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