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HIV Outreach RipplePHX is a small, but mighty nonprofit in Phoenix, AZ. We are innovative, fast-paced, demanding and our goal is to address today's HIV virus through impact-focused splashes of awareness, love, and celebrations of individual sexual expression as a back-to-grass-roots project created for our LGTBQ+ community. Our Team works each week to empower you to create your ripple by becoming informed, sharing the knowledge, and embracing at least one tool in the greater movement toward stopping the spread of HIV in our Community. Employees are eligible for benefits on Day 1 and employee coverage is 100% employer-paid. Benefits include Medical, Health Reimbursement Account, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity and Retirement Benefits (with 6% employer match), Paid Time Off, Cell Phone and Internet Reimbursement. Everyone on the team participates in Outreach & Recruitment - then everyone focuses on a specialty. We are looking for someone that has a passion for HIV outreach, prevention, and/or event planning. Lived experience with HIV a plus.
OUR WORK ETHIC
Community Trust is #1 Our reputation is built on trust, and every interaction matters. High Standards We set the bar high because our community deserves excellence. We may not always hit the bar, but we strive to reach it in every way, every day. Fast-Paced Environment We require adaptability, quick thinking, and efficiency. High Expectations We expect dedication, professionalism, and commitment to results to make an impact on HIV in our community. Funders Trust Us We are responsible stewards of the resources that allow us to do this work. Solid productivity is important - not only in the work we do - but those who entrusted us with the ability to do the work. Accountability Owning responsibilities, following through, and maintaining integrity are non-negotiable. Learning from our mistakes is the only way we can improve. Perfection isn't the expectation, but self-awareness and willingness to improve is. Open to Feedback A commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Outreach & Recruitment Enthusiasm and Passion for what we do is #1. Be outgoing and sex-positive while approaching community members in a variety of settings to talk about sex and HIV, regardless of status. Establish and maintain professional relationships and a creative dialog with venues to create and deliver exciting outreach events that bring together people in our community who are disproportionately affected by HIV. Engage with the Phoenix LGBTQ+ Community with a spirit of sex positivity, finding sexual health solutions tailored to individual needs, pleasures and kinks, and encouraging ALL members of our community to engage in at least one tool to reduce the impact of HIV. Brainstorm new outreach events & venues, prep & pack for outreach events, setup & breakdown outreach events, and work outreach events in a variety of venues, including: bars, nightclubs, bath houses, festivals and more! Recruit Phoenix LGBTQ+ community members for HIV Testing, Prevention, and HIV Treatment Services at Outreach events with an emphasis on reaching people who don't typically seek these services on their own. Conduct HIV Testing (training provided) while maintaining clinical/HIPAA standards. Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, credibility and empathy to clients.
MUST HAVE
Bilingual - must Speak, Read & Write English & Spanish. Enthusiasm and Passion for doing the hard work. Basic Knowledge of HIV, including Prevention, Treatment & Testing. Commit to make HIV services accessible to the people who don't typically seek services on their own. A flexible schedule including working on nights and weekends, some nights up to 4am. Willingness to learn, be curious and impact focused. Access to your own, reliable vehicle - Valid Driver's License - Valid Car Insurance. Ability to drive our mobile testing bus, The Chariot (with training). High School Diploma Able to lift 50 lbs. Able to actively participate at both indoor and mostly outdoor events for 6+ hours.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid jury duty Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing and able to drive a 25 foot bus (The Chariot) with training provided? Are you able to work up to 4am (no more than 2 times per month)? Can you fluently read, write, and speak Spanish? Why do you want to work for RipplePHX?