Location: Bronx,NY, USA
POSITION SUMMARY:
Community Healthcare Network is seeking a PrEP Specialist under the direction of the Program Manager/Coordinator of PEP and PrEP, the PrEP Specialist conducts intakes and assessments; coordinates referrals and medical appointments; troubleshoots patient insurance issues; conducts follow up with clients and provides retention and adherence counseling to PEP/PrEP candidates.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assesses needs of patients seeking and accessing PEP and PrEP related services.
* Provides direct service such as intakes, navigation, education and follow up around PEP and PrEP services
* Assists with data collection for AIDS Institute Reporting System and CHN's Electronic Medical Record
* Coordinates medical services with clinic staff.
* Provides a wide range of community outreach, education, and risk reduction interventions.
* Participates in health fairs, tabling and joint health activities with other community agencies.
* Participate in trainings and support services.
* Maintains strict confidentiality of all patient related information.
* Facilitates PEP/PrEP related services for health center patients as appropriate with respect to their confidentiality and privacy.
* Compliance with Employee Health Services.
* Performs other related duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE required:
* Associate degree or at least 2 years' related experience working with patients in a health care setting and experience in HIV/AIDS.
* Member of the targeted communities and/or the targeted service groups.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
* Strong knowledge of HIV prevention initiatives
* Strong clinical background with theoretical training in human behavior
* Practical experience in crisis intervention in an acute care setting
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
* Respect for the rights of individuals to make their own decisions about their medical care
* Ability to communicate easily and display a cordial manner towards individuals from a variety of socio-economic, cultural and religious background
* Bilingual Spanish speaking skills desired