Regional Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition Peer

Regional Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition Peer Albany, NY Job Details Part-time $20 - $23 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Grassroots community organizing Focus group facilitation Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Public affairs policy advocacy 2 years Community events

Full Job Description Regional Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition Peer Status :

Part-time (20 hrs.) hourly; $20 - $23/hr

Location:

Remote within NYS, 25% travel Reports to:

Regional Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition Coordinator Overview:

Assist in coordinating the involvement and engagement individuals with lived experience to foster community-driven change, awareness, and collective action to support NYS's in the Hepatitis C (HCV) Elimination Initiative. The initiative's intent is to develop a regional network of HCV Elimination Coalitions across the state to develop community mobilization plans towards ending the HCV epidemic and addressing persistent health inequities. Please indicate which region you are applying for. There are five positions available in the following areas: Northeastern NY Central NY Finger Lakes Hudson Valley Western NY This position will advance local strategies HCV elimination by planning and executing regional priority projects identified through engaging community members with lived experiences, community based organizations providing services to people living with or at risk of HCV and analyzing data to identify inequities and promote strategies to increase health and racial equity within the region.

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent required. A minimum of two years of active participation in peer support or peer advocacy programs, or participant-run organizations or similar experiences. 2. Lived experience being diagnosed with and/or cured of HCV. 3. Demonstrated support skills and enthusiasm for convening underserved populations and facilitating groups. Experience with participating in legislative advocacy and education. 4. Ability to communicate effectively. 5. Clean, valid NYS driver's license.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide outreach, training, and support to persons with lived HCV experience to fully participate in Regional HCV Coalition meetings and activities. 2. Ensure each region's members are at least 25% persons with lived experience. 3. Assist the Regional Coordinator, ensuring active peer involvement in the development and execution of action plans and activities, and legislative education days. 4. Work collaboratively with the other regional coalitions. 5. Fully engage in self-care to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. 6. Other duties and special projects as assigned. The Albany Damien Center's mission is to enhance the lives of people impacted by HIV, homelessness, and mental health in an inclusive environment. Our vision is a more equitable community where people achieve their desired potential. The Albany Damien Center is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates, women, persons from our LGBTQ community, persons with lived experience of HIV and/or Hepatitis C Elimination , and persons formerly homeless.

Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Albany, NY 12208