The requirements**

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES**

• Certificate or formal training as a Health Care Assistant.

• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Prior experience in maternal and newborn care will be an added advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-pressure situations.

• Flexibility to work on-call, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

• Basic knowledge of maternal and newborn care.

• Provide prenatal support, including childbirth education and birth planning.

• Conduct Lamaze sessions in collaboration with the Midwife.

• Offer continuous labour support, including emotional reassurance, comfort measures, and advocacy.

• Support mothers and their partners during childbirth.

• Provide postpartum support, including guidance on basic newborn care.

• Maintain effective communication with clients, families, and healthcare providers.

• Document client interactions accurately and maintain confidentiality at all times.