What are the responsibilities and job description for the STI/HIV Counselor position at CASCADE AIDS PROJECT?
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STI/HIV Testing Counselor
Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) is the oldest and largest AIDS Service Organization (ASO) in Oregon and Southwest Washington that provides the LGBTQ community and beyond with compassionate healthcare. CAP’s mission is to promote well-being and advance equity by providing inclusive health and wellness services for LGBTQ people, people affected by HIV, and all those seeking compassionate care. Prism Health, Our House, Tod’s Corner and Esthers Pantry are all apart of CAP. To learn more about us please visit CAP, Prism Health and Our House.
Cascade AIDS Project is excited to announce that we are hiring a skilled and team-oriented STI/HIV Testing Counselor. The HIV Test Counselor conducts HIV testing at Pivot (a community space for gay/bi/trans and all MSM), CAP’s Davis Street office, and outreach testing sites as needed (including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, and Clark counties). HIV testing shifts will require regular nights and weekends. Additional duties include: data collection and reporting of HIV/STI testing sessions, monitoring and managing HIV testing room supplies, data entry, HIV testing quality assurance duties, and other relevant duties as assigned.
This is a Part-Time (.5 FTE) role working out of variety of locations throughout the Portland area. The schedule for this role varies depending on staffing needs and when events are held.
Starting pay for this position is $23.29 an hour. The STI/HIV Testing Counselor’s pay increases with tenure and the top of the pay scale is $27.04. This is a union represented position, so the compensation, benefits and conditions of work are collectively bargained.
Who You Are
- High school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 6 months’ experience conducting HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral Services.
- Strong cultural awareness of men who have sex with men, transgender communities, communities of color, & other marginalized communities or people
- Awareness of homeless and substance use issues and how these may affect or influence service delivery
- Ability to provide services and work with people from ethnic, racial, economic, and sexually diverse populations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
What You’ll Do
- Provides highest quality HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral Services in accordance with CAP guidelines and policies
- Provides staffing support to testing shifts as necessary including client intake, volunteer support, and ensuring flow during testing hours.
- Collects and reports program data in an accurate and timely manner
- Maintains HIV/STI testing rooms and supplies
- Conducts HIV/STI testing in community settings (including public sex venues and bars) as appropriate to reach highest risk MSM
- Assists with data entry into testing databases as needed.
At Cascade AIDS Project, we believe in unlocking potential. If you believe you may have the skills to do a job, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification. Cascade AIDS Project is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We comply with all relevant anti-discrimination laws.
Employee Benefits
- Vacation & Health Leave
- Retirement
- Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Life Insurance, Disability, & Family Leave
For more details about our benefits please visit our careers page capnw.org/careers
CAP cares about the safety of our team members and clients. All new employees are required to provide proof of vaccination status to HR at the time of hire (unless a documented medical or religious exemption is requested and approved).
Salary : $23 - $27
