Table 1 Scope of work for CHW on the WBOTs.

Improve the quality of life of community members by mobilizing for improved access to and delivery of Primary Health Care at local level within the context of an inter-sectoral environment

1

Promote health and prevent illness

2

Conduct community assessments and mobilize around community needs

3

Conduct structured household assessment to identify their health needs

4

Provide psychosocial support to community members

5

Identify and manage minor health problems

6

Support screening and health promotion programmes in schools and Early Childhood Development (ECD) centers

7

Promote and work with other sectors and undertake collaborative community based interventions

8

Support continuum of care through service coordination with other relevant service providers