Infectious Disease Outreach Navigator at Carolina Health Centers, Inc.

Greenwood, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Outreach, Patient Education, HIV Prevention, Cultural Competence, Data Analysis, Communication, Project Management, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Health Education, Public Health, Engagement Strategies, Documentation, Partnership Development, Adherence Support, Event Organization

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description General Description: The Infectious Disease Outreach Navigator will provide comprehensive community-based outreach, education, and promotion of HIV and HEP-C rapid testing, prevention, and information regarding PrEP and related services available through Carolina Health Centers. This includes patient education and outreach in the areas of HIV/HEP-C prevention, testing, treatment, and linkage to care. Once connected with the system of care, the Infectious Disease Coordinator will assist patients in effectively engaging with the healthcare system and promote retention and improved health outcomes. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive community-based outreach, education, and promotion of HIV testing, HIV prevention, and PrEP and related services available through the health center Accurately document all patient interactions in the electronic health record Strengthen community partnerships to identify high-risk populations and ensure use of culturally appropriate approaches to engage communities at risk for HIV, including partnerships with opioid treatment programs, medication-assisted treatment providers, organizations providing counseling and behavioral therapy, SSPs, housing programs, faith-based organizations, community centers, the local health department, State Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS), AIDS service organizations, community-based service organizations, and non-traditional communities (i.e. Alcoholics Anonymous, Domestic Violence Groups, Homeless Shelters, etc.). Assist people at risk for acquiring HIV in completing HIV testing and engaging or re-engaging with the system of care including HIV prevention services, HIV treatment, and medical services, as appropriate Educate one-on-one with patients, and community members to promote HIV/HEP-C knowledge by teaching basics, including prevention strategies; helping patients improve communication with medical providers; educating patients regarding the potential of PrEP to substantially reduce the risk of acquiring HIV; educating patients living with HIV regarding the importance of engaging and remaining in care, viral load, CD4, etc.; and problem solving with patients to help make individual adherence plans Support PrEP access and adherence through education and counseling Organize and participate in community health fair events to attract and enroll community members; raise awareness of HIV, PrEP, and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP); and provide HIV prevention education, as directed Perform other related duties incidental to work discussed herein Reporting Relationships: Responsible to: Behavioral Health Coordinator Workers supervised: none Interrelationships: Works in cooperation with staff and effectively serves customers This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements Requirements: All employees of Carolina Health Centers, Inc. are expected to perform the duties of their job and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values of: respect, honesty, integrity, openness, transparency, diversity, equity, inclusion, stewardship, and innovation. In addition, this position requires: Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred, preferably with a focus in public relations, public health, psychology, social work, or related field, this may be substituted with: At least two years of experience in a position involving patient/public contact, preferably in the arena of HIV prevention/treatment/education in an AIDS service organization, behavioral health agency, medical setting, or social service agency Fluency in oral and written English required Fluency in Spanish desired. Reliable transportation in order to travel in Carolina Health Center’s service area Licensure and Credentials: None required Beneficial Attributes: Knowledge of HIV prevention through seminar and coursework Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally in a professional manner and style, and the ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and educational levels Cultural competence with the target population, including those at risk of acquiring HIV/HEP-C or living with HIV/HEP-C Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with patients, staff, community partners, and the public Knowledge of or ability to obtain knowledge of community resources Professional Abilities: Compile and analyze data Manage long-term projects Work with staff members and outside partners across many different settings Confidence working alone and, in a team Solution-focused, goal oriented Physical Abilities: Able to push, pull, reach, sit, stoop, and stretch Have full range of body motion Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer, telephone, and copier Required to talk and hear Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Noise levels in the work environment are quiet to moderate Work Environment: This position involves exposure to customer/patient elements. The work environment is that of a medical practice that enforces safe OSHA compliant practice. HIPAA rules and regulations are stringently enforced. This position often operates in the community during outreach events, which may be exposed to weather elements. Individuals must be willing to work outreach events alone if other team members are unable to attend. This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Requirements for out-of-town and/or overnight travel is occasional.

Responsibilities

The Infectious Disease Outreach Navigator will provide community-based outreach and education on HIV and HEP-C testing and prevention. They will assist patients in engaging with healthcare services and promote retention in care.