Part Time Community Health Worker

This position is part-time, up to 28 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a flexible schedule based on clinic needs.

About the role

Community Health Workers work in clinical, community-based, and home settings to provide care coordination and connection to resources and support to patients. This role aims to improve health and general well-being through education and coordinated care and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide community- and clinic-based HIV testing and counseling.
• Provide PrEP education and navigation, including helping individuals understand PrEP.
• Educate community members about HIV prevention, PrEP, routine HIV testing, and the importance of knowing your HIV status.
• Participate in community outreach events, health fairs, testing events, and other HIV prevention activities.
• Provide linkage to care and follow-up support for individuals who receive a positive HIV test or need additional services.
• Build relationships with community organizations and other partners to expand awareness of and access to HIV prevention services.
• Promote HIV awareness and stigma reduction through culturally responsive, nonjudgmental education and outreach.
• Engage individuals who may not routinely access traditional healthcare settings and connect them with appropriate testing, prevention, and care resources.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED certification with one (1) year of experience in a clinical or social services setting; or any combination of education, experience, and training acceptable to the hiring authority.
• Completion of an approved State of South Dakota Community Health Worker certificate program is required within one year of hire.

Training

The selected candidate will receive training to work within a clinic setting, as well as information and guidance to build foundational knowledge in HIV testing, counseling, and PrEP. Additionally, the candidate will connect with community members involved in HIV treatment and develop an understanding of available resources and services.