Prevention and Outreach Specialist
Prevention and Outreach Specialist
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Job Description
The Prevention and Outreach Specialist:
- Conduct HIV Rapid Testing integrated STD testing and pre and posttest counseling at EPIC locations or in the community.
- Deliver all confirmatory test results and make appropriate referrals for follow up medical care (linkage to HIV care PreP navigation nPEP referral STD treatment referral) and other services as identified.
- Contact appropriate referrals in a timely manner regarding services according to grant specifications.
- Maintain appropriate and required tracking of referrals (including PreP/nPeP DOH etc).
- Screen and identify barriers to care refer to other services (i.e. mental health housing) link clients to care providers and monitor appointments and health outcomes.
- Develop a sustainable care plan with each client to provide and conduct appropriate interventions to all eligible individuals for DOH funded interventions. The plans of care will focus on removing barriers to care determining benefits and linking to appropriate provider(s).
- Complete appropriate and timely documentation for 1628s plus all required documentation for grant approved interventions.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client information electronically and via client files.
- Maintain clear and uptodate knowledge about resources and best practices in HIV STIs and PreP/nPep.
- Conduct and maintain all regulatory standards for Testing Biohazard mobile unit and client interventions.
- Maintain annual training and appropriate certifications as it relates to Empath Health EPIC and grant funders (CDC DOH).
- Identify establish and conduct innovative outreach approaches and outreach at a variety of venues and sites throughout the assigned county.
- Attend community meetings as requested.
- Attend all EPIC and Empath Health staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by the Prevention Team Coordinator or Director of Support Services and Program implementation.
Position Requirements
Education and/or Experience: Associates degree (A.A. or equivalent from twoyear college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certifications (i.e. CPR): 500/501 HIV Testing and Training Rapid Testing Certification or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.
- 1 to 2 years experience in HIV Services or HIV/STI Prevention Services or related health and human services field.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and basic computer software
- Must have reliable transportation and insurance with valid license in good standing
- Must be able to drive a 31 mobile testing unit and have appropriate licensure and insurability.
- Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
- Rapid Syphilis Hepatitis C and other STI certifications or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.
Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures thoughts beliefs and traditions of our employees volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day we work to be respectful sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey we are dedicated to achieving comfort dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.
Our commitment to patient client staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.
Providing compassionate full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
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Employment Type
Full-Time
