HIV Prevention Specialist I

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Job Overview

The HIV Prevention Specialist I provides quality and comprehensive HIV Health Education, HIV counseling and testing, and facilitates HIV Prevention interventions to clients at high risk for infection or transmission of HIV. The Specialist’s core responsibilities include recruitment, client intake and assessment, facilitation of individual and/or group sessions. The Specialist provides HIV counseling and testing, linkage to care services, and coordination of referral services into other appropriate programs. All program activities, the Specialist addresses and empowers each client’s efforts to reduce the risk of HIV infection or transmission .

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.

• Preferred Bachelor of Arts Degree and preferably experience in a non-profit setting. Otherwise, a minimum of 1 year’s experience working in an HIV prevention program or an HIV/AIDS related human services field such as social work, psychology, nursing, counseling or health education.

• Must successfully pass the counseling and testing certification provided by the Los Angeles County Division of HIV and STD Programs within 3 months of employment.

• Trained in Motivational Interviewing and demonstrates a capacity to deliver client-centered counseling.

• Demonstrated skills in Presentation and Group Facilitation.

• Applicant must demonstrate skill (through education or experience) in counseling, crisis intervention, critical reading and writing as it relates to implementation of program goals and objectives.

• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese depending on location preferred.

• BLS certification required.

Compensation

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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