NHBS Field Coordinator

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DEPARTMENT: City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH)

DIVISION: Division of HIV Health (DHH)

PROGRAM: National HIV Behavioral Surveillance (NHBS)

JOB OVERVIEW:

The NHBS Field Coordinator is responsible for coordinating a CDC-funded behavioral surveillance research project and anonymous HIV testing among populations at increased risk for HIV exposure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in developing and conducting formative research in the form of a series of focus groups and other formal interviews.
Develop and maintain relationships with community-based organizations.
Participate in CDC site visits trainings biweekly project officer meetings and monthly conference calls.
Supervise field staff and assist with related matters such as hiring training and development scheduling and team building.
Manage operations and data collection; review tabulate and reconcile forms and logs used in the field.
Coordinate HIV and other STD testing operations; ensure proper documentation of HIV testing activities; ensure adherence to HIV testing procedures; ensure adherence to procedures for making referrals to care.
Ensure adequate preparations including supplies materials and equipment.
Coordinate ongoing formative assessment efforts and implement changes based upon findings.
Manage multiple databases utilizing CDC software and Excel to track relevant metrics.
Report to the Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator.
Provide overall field site management.

SKILLS:

Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
Ability to work independently as well as with others
Willingness to ask questions and keep others informed
Ability to meet deadlines and complete work with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills
Familiarity with spreadsheet applications
Working knowledge of case definitions for HIV and AIDS

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior interviewing experience
Prior experience with HIV terminology
Preferred: Certification in PA as an HIV test counselor

SALARY: $50000

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Forward resume to:

Lyric Kleber
1101 Market St. 8th Floor AACO Philadelphia PA 19107
Email:
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DEPARTMENT: City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH)DIVISION: Division of HIV Health (DHH)PROGRAM: National HIV Behavioral Surveillance (NHBS)JOB OVERVIEW:The NHBS Field Coordinator is responsible for coordinating a CDC-funded behavioral surveillance research project and anonymous HIV...