LGBTQIA+ Peer Liaison

Osborne Association Inc•New York, NY

14d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The LGBTQIA+ Peer Liaison provides education and advocacy on HIV and other STIs, particularly around PrEP and PEP, to marginalized community members, with an emphasis on people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have criminal legal involvement. The role also provides individual and group counseling, support, and referrals to providers who are sensitive to sexuality, gender identity, and legal involvement. The liaison contributes internal and external expertise and leadership on HIV, other STIs, and LGBTQIA+ issues and policies, including their intersection with reentry, incarceration, and the criminal legal system. The position includes individualized case management, outreach and follow-up, maintaining accurate records, and collaboration with Osborne staff and community stakeholders. In-person attendance is required to collaborate with co-workers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also accepted.
Knowledge of at least one of these areas: HIV/AIDS, LGBTQIA+ issues, criminal legal system impact, teaching techniques, or counseling skills.
Prior experience as a trainer, peer, or advocate.
Good writing skills and computer skills.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated customer service orientation.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Google Suite.
In-person attendance is required to collaborate with co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized case management, including needs assessment, service coordination, and ongoing client support.
Provide education and referrals related to PrEP, PEP, HIV, and other STIs.
Advocate for and refer clients to health, housing, and social service providers sensitive to sexuality, gender identity, and legal involvement.
Provide individual and group counseling on HIV and other STIs, particularly as they affect marginalized LGBTQIA+ people.
Maintain an up-to-date health education library and resource center.
Prioritize tasks according to funding deliverables.
Communicate consistently with clients, conduct regular outreach, and follow up on referral outcomes.
Document work-related activities and enter information into data collection tools; maintain accurate attendance and other required records.
Collaborate with staff to refine the program to meet clients’ needs and contractual mandates, and work with other Osborne programs through meetings and agency-wide events.
Stay informed about LGBTQIA+ community developments and the intersection of LGBTQIA+ issues with criminal justice and corrections; participate in related meetings, task forces, working groups, conferences, and other events.
Attend meetings, forums, and community events and build connections with government and community-based stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
Conduct outreach to outside providers and Osborne networks, educate the community on prevention issues and facts, increase participant recruitment, and promote agency services.
Perform other duties as assigned.