Linkage Specialist

Primarily responsible for providing HIV/STI/Hepatitis testing, community outreach, individual intervention, and group facilitation to target population in the community and agency.
In addition to other duties, this position is responsible for
Conduct HIV/STD and Hepatitis C screenings which includes collection of blood samples and urine specimens adhering to universal precautions.Engages, counsels, manages, motivates, and effectively works with high-risk, vulnerable patient population, including chemically dependent persons.Assesses clients' educational and risk-reduction needs and assists clients in developing risk reduction strategies for reducing high-risk behavior.Develops and delivers disease prevention, intervention, and health promotion presentations to various audiences in the community.Engages in street outreach in public places in targeted population areas which consists of communicating information about the availability of HIV services.Provides HIV education, including basic information regarding prevention of transmission.Documents all activities and services provided and submits required documentation in a timely manner.Accurately enters all data as required into various databases.Provide linkage and navigation for health care, support services and risk reduction activities.Facilitate groups and individual interventions including screening, testing, life skills, social rehabilitation, and risk reduction.Attend and participate in staff meetings, program meetings, and staff training as determined by supervisor.Follow through on verbal and written communication from the Program Manager and follow policies and procedures of the program.

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