Outreach Coordinator

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medicine at the University of Miami is hiring a full-time Outreach Coordinator to work onsite on the UHealth campus. The coordinator oversees the development and implementation of public education and outreach programs and is responsible for creating, planning, preparing, and executing programs for targeted populations. In this role, the coordinator supports HIV-positive people who inject drugs (PWID) who are newly diagnosed or re-engaging in care. The goal is to help clients complete a first provider visit, on-site phlebotomy, and immediate antiretroviral HIV therapy (ART) induction at the SSP fixed site and mobile locations, through teleconference or face-to-face visits with an HIV provider. The coordinator accompanies clients through linkage to care and follow-up treatment appointments, helping ensure ART initiation and supporting medication adherence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University's core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
An appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan promotional, educational, and other events to increase community awareness.
Develop a network and database of community contacts, agencies, and services.
Research and prepare reports, records, and other documentation to coordinate and implement public and outreach programs.
Develop creative strategies to communicate awareness of outreach programs effectively.
Respond to public inquiries about programs.
Train personnel to carry out effective public education and outreach programs.
Distribute educational literature.
Document daily activities and the number of contacts reached or served through outreach initiatives.
Maintain effective communication with current and prospective clients to help meet program goals and objectives.
Promote services offered to the targeted group.
Support HIV-positive people who inject drugs who are newly diagnosed or re-engaging in care in completing a first provider visit, on-site phlebotomy, and immediate ART induction.
Accompany clients throughout linkage-to-care and follow-up treatment appointments, helping ensure ART initiation and supporting medication adherence.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as necessary.