Educator

Job Overview

RWJBH is seeking an experienced HIV/AIDS Educator to join our team!

Qualifications

• Required:
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in HIV/AIDS prevention, healthcare systems, outreach and health promotion
• Equipped to work with multicultural and diverse populations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with accountability; exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism at all times
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with community stakeholders
• Availability for flexible scheduling to accommodate community and patient care needs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• PREFERRED:
• Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred
• Active NJ Certified HIV Counselor preferred
• PrEP Training preferred

Scheduling Requirements

Full Time 35 hours per week
Day Shift

Essential Functions

• Conducting client-centered PrEP/PEP education and adherence counseling services with a focus on client acquisition, engagement and retention
• Providing patients and clients with basic introductory education regarding PrEP/PEP
• Screwing / Recruiting high-risk patients and clients into PrEP/PEP education
• Providing assistance to clients with finding a medical provider and navigating through medication payment options including patient assistance programs, insurance enrollment and prior authorizations
• Developing and maintaining individualized treatment adherence plans
• Conducting routine follow-up to offer adherence counseling
• Providing outreach to all relevant communities
• Designing, implementing, and distributing advertising and educational campaigns for PrEP/PEP
• Ensure the ongoing collection, collation and organization of data related to resource and referral information for providers prescribing PrEP/PEP
• Promote and participate in related community and health events as needed
• Provide HIV Testing as needed
• Recruit for and facilitate Kiss & Tell educational workshops for designated priority populations
• Develop close working relationships with leadership and direct staff at healthcare providers to ensure coordination of services
• Maintain accurate and complete participant records, tracking contact, participation, outreach, counseling, testing, and referrals performance

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Company Information

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer