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HIV Peer Educator
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, United States
Experience
1 Year
Salary
Job Type
Job Shift
Job Category
Traveling
No
Career Level
Telecommute
No
Qualification
As mentioned in job details
Total Vacancies
1 Job
Posted on
Oct 14, 2021
Last Date
Nov 14, 2021
Location(s)
Job Description
At Planned Parenthood of Greater New York(PPGNY), our greatest strengths are the employees who empower every individual with the information, resources, and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.We are a team of trustedhealth care providers, educators, andfierce advocatescommitted toadvancingequity and improvinghealth outcomesin communities that face systemic barriers to quality, innovativesexual and reproductive healthservices-- including birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, cancerscreenings, STI testing and treatment, HIVtestingand prevention,transgender hormone therapy,wellness exams, crisis counseling, and financial counseling.PPGNYalso proudly providescompassionate, nonjudgmental abortion services.Picture yourself here:As a Peer Educator you will conduct field-based outreach, client engagement activities, provide testimonials during prevention education programs, and provide service referrals and linkages with individuals eligible for Project Street Beat services. This includes those who are living with or at risk for HIV/STIs, active substance users, homeless or unstably housed, and/or exchange sex for food, drugs, or shelterOther responsibilities inlude:- Works within a teamto engage potential consumers, including targeted street outreach, "word of mouth, and social networking withinunderserved communities inNassauCounty
- Performs outreach activities in communities where potential PSB consumers congregate including methadone clinics, shooting galleries, strolls, community parks, street corners, and local business and service providers. Establishes trusting relationships and provides information on and referrals to PSBservices
- Provides rapid HIV, syphilis and hepatitis C testing in PPNC HIV prevention grant targeted communities. Obtains specimens for gonorrhea and chlamydia testing.
- Facilitates linkages to internal and external services including HIV prevention/PrEP/PEP counselling, HIV primary care, HIV case management, Health Home care management, and harm reduction services such as ESAP and overdose prevention services; as well as PPGNYhealth centers and external social service agencies.
- Enters data into the AIDS Institute Reporting System (AIRS) and all appropriate information into PPNC’s EMR.
- Maintains a supply of outreach materials onthe Plan Vanand communicating with team to ensure that materials areavailable;
- Completes and submits service documentation on a weekly basis, and maintains files compliant with PSB standards as outlined in thePSB Policy and ProcedureManual;
- Accepts individual responsibility for program spending
You Have:- Peer educator status must be either HIV+ or affected by a close family member.
- Must be 6-12 months clean and in recovery.
- Able to work flexible hours and must have a car or the ability to travel to programs.
- Ability to positively engage with the community and work in non-traditional settings; and have connections with community based organizations in Nassau County.
- Good verbal communication skills and comfortable with public speaking.
- Must demonstrate competency regarding cross cultural differences and issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity
What makes you stand out:- Preferred experience working with issues such as homelessness, criminal justice system involvement, HIV/AIDS, substance use and mental health issues
- Fluent in Spanish and/or other languages preferred
PPGNY's benefits package includes:Generous PTO and holiday scheduleMedical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependentsFSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement fundsShort and Long Term Disability, Free Basic Life and ADamp;D401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employmentAll positions at PPGNY require:Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our 28 health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically-accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full Job Specification
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