Prevention Specialist

Our expectations

• Winning skills and behaviors for success.
• Conduct confidential and anonymous HIV, HCV, syphilis, and STI testing (where applicable), counselling, and referral (CTR) in accordance with state guidelines.
• Establish and implement CTR sites for priority populations.
• Distribute approved education materials, safer sex materials, and/or safer injection supplies.
• Conduct one-on-one educational sessions and assessments with clients, including referrals for internal and external services (e.g., pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), treatment, housing, and employment).
• Perform regular outreach to bars, barber shops, treatment and recovery centers, and other venues frequented by priority populations.
• Plan and participate in community events, such as Pride Fest, that engage priority populations.
• Document all services and activities utilizing established internal data systems and develop public and private grant reports as required. Regularly report to the supervisor on all activities through biweekly personal management interviews (PMI).
• Implement special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Adherence to all agency policies, including Confidentiality, Employee Handbook, Health Care Corporate Compliance Plan, Standards of Conduct, and other relevant policies.

NOTE

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge required

Required and preferred knowledge and experiences to succeed. • Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• Leadership:
• None
• Work
• Experience:
• Knowledge and/or experience working with HIV/AIDS, PrEP, and alcohol and other drug (AODA) issues.
• Experience presenting to small and/or large groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Windows, and Databases.
• Licensure/Certification:
• HIV Prevention Certified Provider, preferred.
• Community Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification, is a plus.
• For positions that require driving a company vehicle, a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and a clean driving record.
• Additional
• Requirements/Soft
• Skills:
• Must be willing and able to travel within and throughout the service delivery area.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the HIV/AIDS patient population and/or an eagerness to learn about this community.
• Understanding of and sensitivity to HIV/AIDS, PrEP, and alcohol and other drug (AODA) issues.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and a strong comfort level in discussing issues of sexuality, orientation, gender, and sex.
• Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision, thoroughness, and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with individuals from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Dependability and punctuality.

Additional

Preferred Qualifications

• HIV experience in a not-for-profit environment.

Statement of inclusion

Vivent Health is an equal opportunity employer and will recruit, hire, promote, and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy), mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. Vivent Health complies with other expanded protected classifications that specific county or municipal regulations may mandate.

Vivent Health is deeply committed to fostering respect, dignity, and understanding for all individuals affected by HIV, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic. We are dedicated to cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment that champions advocacy, education, and compassionate care for everyone in our diverse community.

Going beyond the law’s requirements, Vivent Health places great importance on fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We actively seek qualified candidates from different racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds, as we believe that differing perspectives and experiences make us stronger as an organization. Vivent Health encourages all interested persons to apply for this position, and we look forward to learning more about your unique background and qualifications.

As a recipient of federal funding, Vivent Health will not hire nor enter a contractual relationship with any party debarred, suspended, or excluded from federal assistance programs.

Pay Rate

$24.00/hourly (Depending on Experience)

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. Please note that it is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Employment at our organization may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness programs. We do not directly pay for – nor forgive – federal student loans; however, our status as a not-for-profit organization under Section 501 (c) (3), makes us an eligible employer. There may be other determining factors for one to qualify.

Please follow this URL to review one such program and their requirements

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service [https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service]