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Job Summary
This position is grant funded.
Responsibilities
STI and HIV testing (includes phlebotomy) for community members at CCHE’s off-site location, The Village.
Provides STI and HIV testing in community locations such as bars, clubs, and house parties during non-traditional hours (e.g. nights and weekends).
STI and HIV notifications of testing caseload, linkage to care, includes PrEP treatment screening, referrals and linkage.
Completes proper documentation for all testing encounters; this includes consent for testing, releases of information, screening for 'risk factors', and HIV pre- and post-test counseling.
Pre-screens community members for research projects that are connected to a testing encounter as well as pre-screens for supportive service needs that community members may have. For example, housing, employment and mental health, and referring to Supportive Services when community members are in crisis.
Supports youth-focused outreach projects, ballroom-focused outreach projects, and club-focused outreach projects.
Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits under supervision or following specific protocol procedures.
Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Working with and/or providing care to LGBT populations, Black and Latino/a/x community members.
Providing HIV/STI treatment and/or prevention.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of Chicago social service resources.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility.
Creativity.
Manage stressful situations.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Perform phlebotomy or a willingness to be trained in phlebotomy.
Work on multiple projects.
Working Conditions
Provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings (community venues).
Travel to various community venues across the metropolitan area.
Work non-traditional hours.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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