The HIV Peer Navigator will work alongside our Retention and Adherence Specialist and Clinical Care Coordinator to provide support and education to HIV+ patients, especially those new to the practice or at risk for adherence or retention concerns.

The HIV Peer Navigator will play a key role in treatment adherence counseling and retention in care by providing personal insights and experiences. He/she will coordinate support group meetings and meet/speak with participants individually to offer advice/support to help them reach their treatment goals and achieve viral load suppression. He/she will also assist with the development/implementation of quality initiatives and linking patients to care.

The HIV Peer Navigator will participate in community outreach efforts with the HIV team/Family Medicine Residents to minimize/eliminate stigma, normalize HIV care, and generally advocate for fair and equitable treatment of all HIV pts with medical specialties, political entities, and the community at large.

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Grant-funded, Full time position of 40 hours per week.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT(S):

ï‚· Lived experience with HIV

ï‚· High school diploma or equivalent

ï‚· Positive attitude and professional demeanor

ï‚· Basic computer skills

ï‚· Strong oral and written communication skills

ï‚· Basic knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS transmission, treatment and related health issues

ï‚· Ability to complete work independently as well as in collaboration with team members

ï‚· Ability to work with medical professionals in a multi-disciplinary team approach

ï‚· Familiarity with life issues facing the target population

ï‚· Show commitment to helping other people living with HIV with the ability to speak openly about his/her experiences with HIV with empathy and cultural and linguistic competency

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

ï‚· Assist identified clients in evaluating barriers to adhering with medication and medical appointments.

ï‚· Collaborate with the patient and the medical team to develop behavior plans that will assist clients in maintaining adherence.

ï‚· Assist the healthcare team with advocacy regarding patient care that may need follow-up.

ï‚· Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences.

ï‚· Participate in meetings and trainings as required by funder and directed by the supervisor.

ï‚· Participate in special opportunities in the community with the HIV team, such as World Aids Day, community health fairs, community informational gatherings.

ï‚· Devise community interventions to advance the agendas of the grant and the medical team, subject to the approval of the team leader and availability of resources.

ï‚· Document all services as per program policies and procedures.

ï‚· Assist with the follow-up of patients missing their scheduled medical appointments/provide outreach via follow-up phone calls.

ï‚· Assist with tracking of patient viral loads, appointments, assessments, case conferences and other workplan requirements.

ï‚· Assist with preparation, distribution, and analysis of patient satisfaction surveys.

ï‚· Participate in quality improvement activities.

ï‚· Conduct follow up to service plan activities including reminder phone calls and appointment accompaniment.

ï‚· Work with the team to facilitate referrals to care management and other services as needed.

 

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

 

Salary Range:  $15.08-21.87  /hour                   Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.