Overview

VNA Health Group is a premiere Medicare/Medicaid-certified provider of home health, hospice, and community-based services. We’ve been serving families and individuals with the most advanced, comprehensive clinical home care in NJ since 1912.

We are currently looking for a Community Outreach Health Educator to join our team. This position would be responsible for providing community based HIV prevention information and interventions and referrals to members of the target populations in Monmouth County

Responsibilities

Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers

Conducts community and venue based outreach activities as indicated by client availability

Engages and recruits members of the target populations for Effective Behavioral Interventions (EBIs)

Facilitates Effective Behavioral Interventions (EBIs) as appropriate

Perform Rapid HIV Testing

Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance

Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position

Qualifications

High school diploma required

2-3 years HIV/AIDS related experience

Knowledge of cultural and lifestyle diversity issues

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Working outdoors and indoors in a walk-in center with client/customer contact

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.