Wayne State University
Location
Detroit, Michigan
The Patient Advocate provides supportive services to individuals living with or affected by HIV, assisting them with healthcare navigation and access to community resources. They conduct intake assessments, facilitate linkage to care, and perform routine monitoring through face-to-face, phone, and home visits.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field or have at least two years of relevant experience in HIV support services. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a clinical setting, and the capacity to obtain necessary state-sponsored certifications within three months of hire.
Education: Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in public health, psychology, sociology, counseling or related field from an accredited college or university. Two or more years' experience as a test counselor providing Human Immunodeficiency Virus support services to clients may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience) Two or more years’ experience working in a public health or clinical setting providing HIV prevention programs and services. Must obtain state-sponsored Human Immunodeficiency Virus prevention counseling and testing training/certification within 3 months of hire if needed. Must complete a state-sponsored health insurance enrollment training/certification within 3 months of hire if needed.
Working knowledge with rules and regulations pertaining to Federal, State and County programs. Outstanding customer service skills. Can apply effective interpersonal skills to provide high quality supportive services. Responds effectively to most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Self-Directed and able to make ethical decisions. Well- organized and demonstrates concise writing skills. Can prioritize, plan work activities as well as adapt to changing conditions. Ability to work well as a team member within a clinical setting. Ability to facilitate consumer advisory board meetings, support group sessions or outreach activities. Ability to participate and execute specific assignments for project site reviews or audits. Ability to provide services to gay, lesbian, queer, bisexual and transgender clients. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
School/College/Division: H06 - School of Medicine Primary department: H0609 - Internal Medicine Employment type: Regular Employee Job type: Full Time Job category: Staff/Administrative Funding/salary information: Compensation type: Annual Salary
Salary minimum: TBD Salary hire maximum: TBD Working conditions: Primarily works within a clinical setting. Exposure to clients with HIV. Travel maybe required for patient home visits, outreach assignments or professional development. Some evening and weekend hours for on-call patient services and special events as requested. Job openings: Number of openings: 1 Reposted position: No Reposted reason: None (New Requisition) Prior posting/requisition number: Background check requirements: University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
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