Job ID: 302793

Outreach Worker (ORW) - PLHIV

Dhanbad District Level Network for People Living with HIV/ AIDS (Dhdln+)

Location: Dhanbad, Jharkhand

Apply by: 15 Sep 2026

Relevant Sectors

Health, Doctors, Nurses, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition

About the Organization:
Dhanbad District Network for People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) is a community-based organization working to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS in Dhanbad district. The organization is committed to providing needful services and ensuring that PLHIV have access to appropriate care, support, treatment, and other essential services.
A major focus of the organization is the early linkage of PLHIV to care, support, and treatment services, enabling them to access healthcare and related assistance at the appropriate time. The organization also promotes treatment adherence through education, counselling, and community-based support, helping PLHIV understand the importance of continuing their treatment and managing their health effectively.
The organization further works toward strengthening community systems and reducing stigma and discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS. Through awareness, support, and community participation, it promotes dignity, inclusion, and equal access to services for PLHIV.
Key Responsibilities
• Treatment Tracking & Follow-up: Track patients who missed appointments or are lost to follow-up (LFU), helping re-enroll and retain them on Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).
• Doorstep Support & Delivery: Distribute ART medicines, conduct home visits, and provide critical field support during emergencies or mobility restrictions.
• Counselling & Psychosocial Care: Offer basic need-based counselling, comfort newly diagnosed individuals, and assist with status disclosure and positive living.
• Referrals & Linkages: Connect clients to nearby ART centres, testing facilities, tuberculosis (TB) screening, and government social welfare schemes.
• Community Mobilization: Help organize Support Group Meetings (SGMs) and assist underserved or high-risk populations to navigate healthcare access and reduce stigma.

Education:
12th Pass or above
Preferred: Experience in HIV/AIDS programs, NACP, counseling, community mobilization. Knowledge of local language essential.
Skills Required: MS Office, data reporting, good communication, willingness for field visits.
SALARY & BENEFITS
* Consolidated Salary: Rs. 10,000/- per month
* Travel Allowance: Rs. 3,000/- per month
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV with cover letter to:
Contact Person – Madan Kumar - 7004065256, Email ID : dhdln61@gmail.com, Soni Kumari - 8789610295
Subject Line: Application for Outreach worker (ORW - PLHIV)
Last Date: 15-09-2026
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Candidates with prior experience in SACS/DAPCU/ART/CSC projects & Belongs to PLHIV Community will be preferred

Job Email ID:

dhdln61(at)gmail.com