Outreach & Linkage Specialist

AIDS Healthcare Foundation•Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Amazing opportunity at WORLD! Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees? If so, WORLD is the place for you! Women Organized to Respond to Life-threatening Diseases (WORLD), an affiliate of AIDS Healthcare Foundation, is a diverse organization for, by, and about women living with, and at risk for, HIV/AIDS. WORLD improves the lives and health of women, girls, families and communities affected by HIV through peer-based education, wellness services, advocacy, and leadership development. We envision a world where women, girls, and families affected by HIV and AIDS have the tools, support and knowledge to live healthy and productive lives with dignity. Our vision is rooted in a commitment to human rights and wellness with the understanding that this includes freedom from violence; access to housing; quality healthcare; food security; physical, spiritual and emotional wellbeing; education and economic justice. Please review our Advocacy page for the latest news on how AHF is Fighting for What’s Right! Advocacy News. Benefits at AHF AHF offers comprehensive benefits to help our employees do and be their very best! These benefits are intended to enhance employee physical, financial, spiritual and professional health. YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO OUR SUCCESS! The Outreach & Linkage Specialist is responsible for projecting and integrating the Mission and Core Values of WORLD and the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) within and outside of the organization . The Outreach & Linkage Specialist will be responsible for assisting and leading the outreach, engagement, HIV Testing, education, community networking & referrals to facilitate services and system navigation components for assigned programs. In addition, this role also supports the social media components and community development for the organization.

Requirements

Associate (A.A) or Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Public Health from four-year college or university, or other Health Care Administration and Operations related field and/or four to six years related experience and/or training, preferable in non-profit and/or health care environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in working in human services provision at community agencies, healthcare settings, and functional knowledge related to hard-to-reach communities as well as HIV/AIDS is plus.
Familiarity with service options available to support and empower clients.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Familiarity with web-based applications like Google and mobile applications (Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat).
Conducts professional use of company e-mail
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, medical professionals, and coworkers.
Sensitivity to issues surrounding HIV, AIDS and
Ability to work as a team- Strong attention to
Excellent interpersonal
Able to work independently and follow established
Ability to work with diverse
Sensitivity to multi-cultural and lifestyle
Strong organizational/prioritizing skills in a rapidly changing
Must be available to work on weekday, evenings, and weekends including late
Must be able to drive to different outreach
Must be able to maintain
Skill presenting services offered at WORLD to partnering
Valid California Driver's
Proof of liability

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of harm reduction, healthy coping, and steps for networking with providers preferred.
Knowledge of criminal justice systems, substance abuse, and mental health is preferred.
Bilingual preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Conducts outreach in various settings and to diverse populations in Alameda County
Help identify outreach and engagement locations and maintain outreach calendar.
Develop outreach networks for WORLD and establish outreach presence in the community.
Attend outreach events with WORLD staff.
Coordinate schedules for outreach events and assist WORLD staff with networking.
Initiate and maintain regular contact with newly enrolled clients
Actively link and guide clients with information and strategies on how to access needed services based on assigned programs.
Aid with outreach and community event scheduling, including sending reminder texts and providing transportation assistance for clients.
Provide follow-up contacts to clients ensuring they are in care and/or accessed the referred services.
Identify other needs of clients such as housing, mental health, and employment barriers.
Identify and support clients and other project staff in addressing patient barriers to health care resources.
Assist other project staff in linking clients to resources related to healthcare access and treatment.
Work with program personnel to support coordination of client services by providing information on, identifying and addressing barriers to accessing services.
Alert supervisors and or other program staff of issues impacting patient's access to services.
Advocate for clients by bringing concerns to the attention of WORLD leadership.
Provide basic education and education resources to
Offer emotional support to clients, and make referrals to support groups and classes to internal or external resources.
Provide information on WORLD services to community members in need and make necessary referrals for services including HIV testing, STI screening, PrEP counseling, and WORLD's Peer Advocate program, as applicable.
Develop innovative outreach plans to target hard to reach population.
Collaborate with WORLD staff to support programs and activities as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Attends all funder meetings and other meetings as assigned.