Part-Time Peer Educator - Women of Color (WOC) Program

WILLIAM F RYAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CEN•New York, NY

2d•$17 - $17

About The Position

The Peer Educator is to provide outreach and supportive service to Women of Color. The Peer Educator will assist the WOC team members and provide support and services to identify newly diagnoses, women who are lost to care, identify the Social Determinates of Health for Lack of Nutrition services. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of the Ryan Health Network.

Requirements

Certified in Peer Education Training
NYS adult resident, aged 18 and up
Experience working with the target population
Ability to relate well to target population
Experience working with other Peers.
Must demonstrate a willingness to learn
Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary and willingness to go into the field to make home visits
Must have computer skills in order to document in the electronic medical record system (eCW)
High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Orient new patients to the health centers’ HIV services and staff
Conduct re-engagement activities and outreach to patients
Provide support, education, and adherence assistance
Educate patients regarding early medical intervention, options to reduce/modify stressors, and adherence to treatment regimens and appointment schedules
Provide reminder calls and follow-up for missed appointments and home visits as needed
Conduct group and individual level educational and behavioral interventions utilizing evidence-based curricula and education materials as needed
Conduct home visit and escort to medical/social service appointments
Ensure that programmatic records are maintained according to agency standards
Documents all outreach efforts, health education and group interactions in eCW
Immediately report any problems or unusual occurrences to supervisor.
Other special projects/assignments as needed.