P/T Client Advocate I, Resources for Inclusive Support and Empowerment (RISE)

CAMBA • New York, NY

10d

About The Position

The incumbent will conduct both online and in-person outreach to recruit MSM and TGNC clients for program services, as well as create and post content for online campaigns to address HIV prevention and other health topics. The Client Advocate will co-facilitate support groups and help organize public events for the LGBTQIA+ community. The Client Advocate will also assist clients in attaining their goals by conducting navigation to link clients to appropriate HIV prevention, health, legal, and social services. This work is carried out in support of the goals and mission of CAMBA.

Requirements

• Sufficient education (English-speaking, -reading, -writing, & math abilities) to comprehend oral and written information and to assist callers and visitors and staff.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization.
• Good written & verbal communication.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge about, understanding of, and ability to work closely with, persons with HIV/AIDS and related issues.
• Experience and/or comfort conducting online outreach via social media and dating/”hook-up” apps and websites.
• Required to work occasional evenings/weekend days

Nice To Haves

• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and facilitate social/peer support events, including group facilitation for clients.
• Prepare marketing materials for the program.
• Create and post content for social marketing campaigns addressing HIV prevention and other health concerns for MSMoC.
• Conduct outreach activities at high-risk venues to market the program in order to recruit new clients and re-engage former clients.
• Develop action plans with clients enrolled in navigation or support services.
• Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
• In collaboration with program staff, work with clients to break through barriers to client goals and to assist clients in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
• Contact clients via telephone, mail and/or face-to-face home and office visits to ensure adherence to program, and document via progress notes.
• Escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.).
• Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
• Create and maintain client files and make copies of all client documents.
• Prescreen clients over the telephone for eligibility and may schedule intake appointments.
• Assist clients in completing all CAMBA intake applications and forms.
• Schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
• Input client data and client progress information into automated database.
• Participate in evaluation activities, such as conducting surveys with support group and event participants.

Benefits

• CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed