Prevention Services Coordinator

Resource Center•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Resource Center has been serving the LGBTQIA+ and HIV/AIDS communities in Dallas-Fort Worth for four decades. The PrEP Navigator & Testing Coordinator will provide HIV & STD prevention services & education, including HIV Testing, PrEP, & linkage to treatment, among LGBTQ+ individuals at various locations throughout Dallas County & surrounding areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Detail-oriented with the Ability to handle a moderate to heavy workload and lift 25-50lbs
Ability to work flexible hours (some late nights and weekends required)
Must have access to reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed)
Proficient experience with Microsoft computer applications is required

Nice To Haves

Some college is preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Qualification & experience in Foundations of Testing and Navigation (FCT) or Protocol-Based Counseling and Testing (PBC) is preferred, but we will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Conduct HIV, syphilis & STI testing & prevention activities focused on gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-nonconforming & men who have sex with men (MSM)
Educate MSM & other community members about HIV/STI prevention
Recruit at-risk, young adult MSM for FTN/FCT & screen testing
Perform initial & follow-up sessions per FTN/FCT guidelines for persons testing for HIV
Maintain a positive rapport with community businesses, organizations & agencies
Assist in implementing community assessment for FTN/FCT
Follow agency & program procedures/policies, including safety regulations & guidelines
Work with Dallas County Health & Human Services on information regarding partner notification, contact tracing & partner elicitation, as requested
Maintain FTN/FCT HIV/STD/syphilis testing client files
Coordinate outreach, including recruiting & utilizing volunteers, at authorized venues to conduct testing &/or referrals to testing & HIV linkage to treatment services
Ensure program goals & objectives are met, & report program process objectives
Attend department and agency meetings & local and statewide conferences
Promote PrEP and help coordinate FTN/FCT and HIV/syphilis/STD testing activities
Perform HIV/syphilis/STD tests via venipuncture or other methods per set guidelines
Monitor medical supplies, orders & maintenance, including biohazard waste disposal
Perform duties in conjunction with the Transhealth Initiative, as needed
Perform duties in accordance with OSHA safety, clinic protocols & HIPAA compliance
Participate in condom distribution and Condom Education and Outreach initiative
Participate in the programs Client Services Navigation System to establish linkage to HIV-related medical care for people who are infected with HIV
Work with adult programs to help coordinate outreach for corresponding communities
May be required to drive personal car or Sexy Health Mobile Unit to businesses & events
Perform administrative and other duties