Health Educator Position Available In New York, New York

Health Educator 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 2348 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard, New York, NY 10030 POSITION SUMMARY The Health Educator will be responsible for the delivery of prevention interventions, workshops and related services, HIV/HEPC/STI testing and counseling, linkage to care, PrEP and PEP counseling and other related services as required by the agency and will participate in the distribution safe sex kits during program interventions and street and community outreach and related activities. The Health Educator will establish and maintain relationships and coordinating services with community partners. S/he will work the Program Manager and Director of Outreach and Testing to determine service schedule and delivery, outreach activities, and their daily schedule/activities. S/he will review data for quality assurance and ensure accuracy for data collected and input into the appropriate software system.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS 1.

Responsible for providing

HIV/AIDS

interventions, workshops, education and resource information and materials to the program population of focus, Women of Color. 2. Responsible for establishing, maintaining and coordinating services to be provided in conjunction with or to community partners, including other service agencies, faith-based organizations, shelters and schools. 3. Provides referral information to individuals who require HIV/AIDS or related services. 4. Targets community-based organizations and events such as clinics to provide information about the services and programs Iris House provide for individuals living with the

HIV/AIDS

virus. 5. Assist in planning, developing, organizing, coordinating and evaluating the programmatic services, outreach and curriculums. 6. Responsible for collecting and analyzing data for the purpose of researching, designing, and presenting preventative health care programs. 7. Schedule introductory meetings for new sites as well as conduct outreach for recruitment and keeps their supervisor informed about the effectiveness of the outreach endeavors and the needs of the community. 8. Assist with data collection and management and work with the Program Evaluation Manager to implement quality assurance to meet program objectives and goals. 9. Performs all other duties as assigned the Director of Outreach and Testing or other senior staff.

OTHER POSITION FUNCTIONS 1.

Participate in outreach strategy planning meetings. Participate in agency wide events as assigned. 2. Demonstrates teamwork and open communication. 3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree with one year of experience in

HIV/AIDS.

Minimum of two years performing outreach activities or related experience. Knowledge and understanding of HIV prevention, treatment and care. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations related to area of entitlement, responsibility, such as HIPPA, confidentiality and privacy laws.

CONTACTS

Internal:

Frequent contact with Program Supervisor/Director and other staff members of Iris House.

External:

Occasional contact with vendors and contractors.

Other Requirements:

Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills; ability to establish and build rapport with clients and staff. Must also possess public speaking skills and be able to work independently. Bilingual & drivers license preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person