HIV/AIDS Health & Risk Reduction Specialist

Primary Tasks/Responsibilities

• Assessment of service needs and barriers to treatment adherence
• Development of a comprehensive, individualized service plan to address the barriers
• Cordination of services required to implement the plan and attain adherence
• Client monitoring to assess the efficacy of the plan
• Periodic re-evaluation and adaptation of the plan as necessary
• Implement the program’s group education curriculum about HIV/AIDS, adherence and issues related to the disease
• Develop mechanisms to identify individuals who are minorities and non-adherent with the medical treatment
• Aid client in creating treatment plan goals to ensure medical and medication adherence
• Arrange linkage to medical case management and other services for clients
• Work collaboratively with medical providers, other community partners, members of client’s treatment team, and other agency personnel to coordinate medical care
• Intensive monitoring of client’s health outcomes; tracking and charting lab results
• Accurate and complete documentation of activity through case notes, assessments and other forms
• Advocate for appropriate services for client based on need and assessment
• Foster client independence though informing clients about systems of care and teaching the client to navigate these systems whenever possible
• Conduct visits with clients in varying settings including in the community, medical offices, and the client’s home
• Trainings and outreach in the community as needed

Education/Professional

• Bachelor’s degree in the human services/health related field OR comparable years of qualifying experience
• Experience in education and HIV prevention activities preferred

Requirements

• Complete all required and ongoing trainings necessary to maintain current knowledge of HIV treatment and education principles
• Maintain established Minimum Standards of Care
• Meet and maintain established contract requirements and goals
• Deliver quality service delivery to clients and providers
• Comply with agency standards and expectations
• Possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Have reliable and accessible auto vehicle
• Pass necessary fingerprinting, Level II background checks and employment eligibility verification through the U. S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system