Hepatitis C Coordinator Job Details Job Location Plattsburgh - Plattsburgh, NY Description Job Summary:Coordinate all aspects of our Hepatitis C screening program in accordance with NYS DOH Public Health regulations, agency policies and procedures and manufacturer product inserts. Conduct HCV testing and assist with monitoring and quality assurance activities. Act as a resource to community and agency as whole as it relates to HCV education, resources and referrals. Major Activities: + Incorporate best practices regarding confidentiality into all job duties and communications in accordance with Article 27-F, Alliance for Positive Health policies and procedures and other applicable regulations. + Conduct confidential HCV testing on-site, on the agency testing van and in venues serving targeted communities according to NYS DOH guidelines. + Provide guidance and on-going feedback to other Harm Reduction staff that provide testing services. + Prepare specimens for laboratory processing and result retrieval and distribution. + Report on HCV positive results identified by department testing staff to county and state health departments as required. + Conduct quality assurance of testing technology procedures on designated schedule and implement corrective action as needed. + Maintain accurate records in accordance with New York State regulations and agency protocols. Maintain documentation and statistics on activities to comply with reporting requirements. + Maintain inventory of all testing-related supplies and place orders to ensure service delivery is uninterrupted. + Serve as an agency representative as it relates to Hepatitis C education and resources. + Serve as liaison to external partners to promote, coordinate and facilitate access to hepatitis C services. + Ensure all staff within Health Hub are knowledgeable of hepatis C. + Provide oversight of hepatitis C testing and linkage to care services. + Educate clients on hepatitis C and hepatitis C services available in the Health Hub. + Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: + + Associates Degree in Human Services, Public Health or related field; or 3 years of experience working with targeted population + Experience and knowledge of target populations and service systems preferred. + One year’s experience providing HIV, STI, and/or HCV testing in New York state. + Unrestricted driver’s license and a vehicle for travel throughout service region. + Ability to work flexible hours as this position requires late night and weekend hours. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: + + Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills. + Strong community liaison skills. + Attention to detail; well organized; good time management skills. + Ability to maintain professional boundaries within agency and grant guidelines, as well as with clients and external service providers. + Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds within a climate of mutual respect, inclusion, enrichment, and growth. Employment Classification: Non-Exempt; Fulltime 37.5 hours per week (flexibility required, able to work evenings and weekends as needed) $22-$23/hour dependent on qualifications and experience. Added Perks for our employees: + 403(b) with employer contributions + Free employee Dental insurance + Health insurance + Vision + Flexible Spending Account + Employee assistance program + Free Life insurance + Paid time off + Paid HOLIDAYS + Tuition reimbursement + Hybrid remote work environment (after successfully completing introductory period) + Diverse and accepting atmosphere We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.