HIV Jump Start Specialist
HIV Jump Start Specialist
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Job Description
Posting Date
07/23/25Application Deadline
07/27/25Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $24.50 - $32.13 hourlyFull Pay Range: $24.50 - $39.75 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public HealthAbout the Position
The HIV Jump Start Specialist will be responsible for working with people living with HIV/AIDS who are disengaged from HIV primary care following their release from recent jail incarceration. The Jump Start Specialist navigates both health and social services to ensure that clients are connected to HIV health care and HIV medical case management.
The HIV Jump Start Specialist will conduct patient assessments which include whole-patient care through case management and social services resources. The HIV Jump Start Specialist works one-on-one with clients to encourage continued commitment and adherence to medical treatment access to social services improved communication and prompt re-engagement to HIV care and the Ryan White Program.
If youre driven to make a tangible life-changing difference for individuals living with HIV apply now!
About Us
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPHs mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies programs and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staffs unique skills and differences as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy thriving Maricopa County for all.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with alternative or consistent schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of paid experience working in case management social services or advocacy role
Bachelors degree in social work health promotion public health medical technology Health Sciences or another closely related field
Related post-secondary education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Masters degree in Social Sciences Social Work Public Health or related field
Three or more years of paid experience working with persons living with HIV conducting health assessments and field investigations conducting community outreach performing case management duties and/or counseling clients
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills
Experience working with individuals who have a history of being incarcerated.
Job Contributions
Conduct eligibility assessments and goal plan development with the patient to reduce barriers to retention and adherence
Conduct client field and telephone investigations with utmost regard to confidentiality by researching identifying locating and contacting people in Maricopa County who are co-infected with HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and refer those clients to a medical provider for diagnosis and treatment
Interview patients who have HIV to elicit contacts and obtain epidemiological information such as risk factors and previous disease status
Create and maintain case investigation documents records and reports
Conduct community field visits and outreach activities targeting high risk communities which involve registering clients for testing performing venipuncture and obtaining specimens
Provide assistance for Linkage to Care to clients who present to MCPHD clinic who were recently released from jail or state prison
Coordinate linkage to primary and HIV care
Working Conditions
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 10 lbs. frequently
Requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Within one month of hire all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles mumps rubella) Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria) Varicella (chickenpox) and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid unrestricted Arizona Drivers License and a dependable insured personal motor vehicle by the time of hire
Must successfully complete the following training within 60 days of hire: OSHA/Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure HIPPA and assigned CDC STD modular training with sufficient passing scores
Alternative schedule options are available after the training period based on business needs
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
