Hepatitis-C Outreach Case Manager at Liberation Programs Inc.

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Outreach, Case Management, HIV Testing, HCV Testing, Counseling, Medication Adherence, Risk-Reduction Counseling, Data Reporting, Problem-Solving, Empathy, Building Rapport, Documentation, Substance Use Treatment, Behavioral Health Services, Phlebotomy, Microsoft Office Suite, EHR Systems

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Purpose / Function The Hepatitis C Case Manager provides direct outreach, testing, and care coordination for individuals at risk for or living with Hepatitis C and related conditions. This role is central to Liberation’s SAMHSA-funded Hepatitis C Elimination initiative and works primarily with people who use drugs and those experiencing homelessness. The Case Manager identifies, tests, and supports participants through the full Hep C treatment journey — from screening to cure — while connecting them to wraparound supports including substance use treatment, HIV prevention and care, and wound or mental health services. Major Duties and Responsibilities * Conduct targeted outreach in community settings, encampments, and shelters, and on mobile health vans to identify individuals at risk for HCV and HIV. * Administer HCV RNA point-of-care testing (Cepheid) and provide pre- and post-test counseling. * Enroll participants in EPIC and coordinate confirmatory testing and telehealth treatment initiation with Yale providers. * Support participants through medication delivery and adherence, including assistance with medication storage for those who are unhoused. * Provide risk-reduction counseling, overdose prevention education, and supplies. * Develop individualized case management plans and coordinate linkage to HIV care, PrEP, SUD treatment, wound care, and behavioral health services. * Track treatment adherence and coordinate confirmatory testing to ensure cure. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC, Cordata, and REDCap. * Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and data reporting for SAMHSA and Yale partners. Skills / Experience Required * Skills / Experience Required * Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. * Minimum two years’ experience in outreach, case management, or clinical settings serving individuals who use drugs or are experiencing homelessness. * Trained in HIV/HCV testing and counseling; phlebotomy or RNA point-of-care testing experience preferred. * Proven ability to build rapport and maintain trust with participants who may be ambivalent about care or have previously disengaged from treatment. * Strong follow-through, empathy, and problem-solving skills. * Experience using EPIC, Cordata, or other EHR systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. * Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required. What We Offer * Competition Compensation * Comprehensive Benefits * Generous Paid Time Off * Tuition Reimbursement * Referral Bonuses * 401K * FSA * HSA * Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

The Hepatitis C Case Manager conducts outreach, testing, and care coordination for individuals at risk for or living with Hepatitis C. They support participants through the treatment journey and connect them to various health services.