What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant - National HIV Behavioral Surveillance position at Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI)?
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Title: Program Assistant - National HIV Behavioral Surveillance
$23.77 - $30.98 / Funding Ends Jan 31st 2026 / Posted Thru: 5/2/2025
Location: Hybrid / Detroit, MI
Purpose: The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Bureau of HIV and STI Programs (BHSP) conducts routine surveillance for the prevention and detection of HIV in the state. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is funding MDHHS to conduct the NHBS Project (National HIV Behavioral Surveillance), a comprehensive system for bio-behavioral surveillance conducted since 2003 in populations disproportionately affected by HIV. NHBS collects data on behavioral risk factors for HIV (e.g., sexual behaviors, drug use), HIV testing behaviors, receipt of prevention services, and use of prevention strategies (e.g., condoms, PrEP). All NHBS participants are offered an anonymous HIV test. The NHBS Program Assistant’s primary duties are to attend NHBS data collection events and serve as lead interviewer of recruited participants. This position will also be expected to assist the NHBS team in transporting project supplies to event locations, data entry, attend all required staff meetings, and assist in other duties as needed. This position is supported by a federal grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which is renewed yearly as funds are available and projects are continued.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform study interviews.
- Testing supply pickup may be required for this position.
- Assist with preparation of supplies, materials and equipment at data collection events.
- Assist field supervisor during data collection.
- Assist with recruitment of special populations.
- Assist coordinator in data entry.
- Attend all staff meetings and participate in activities of the Integrated Surveillance Strategies Section as required.
- Always represent the best interests of MPHI and MDHHS.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Experience working with a diverse population, basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office Suite.) and familiarity in HIV/AIDS, research, and/or survey administration.
Important Skills and Characteristics:
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships that yield positive support and involvement in research activities.
- Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Willingness to conduct duties at sites located throughout the target areas.
- Ability to engage participants in research activities and commitment to treat participants with courtesy and respect.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements: This position will be both in-person at sites across Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne Counties as well as remote for certain meetings. Travel will be required to scheduled event sites. Occasional travel to the office located at Cadillac Place/Detroit may be required. Working hours will be mostly daytime with occasional evening hours and weekday meetings and events. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WORK OF OTHERS: No assigned responsibility.
IMPACT ON PROJECTS, SERVICES AND OPERATIONS: Performs as a critical member of a team of professionals working to prevent and control HIV. This position has a direct impact on the quality of services provided by MPHI to MDHHS.
REQUIRED COMMUNICATION:
Contact Person/Group
Frequency
Purpose
Supervisor
Daily
Supervision
Internal Partners
As Needed
Collaboration
External Stakeholders
As Needed
Collaboration
"For purposes of employment standards, this classification is “Non-Exempt” from overtime provisions of the fair Labor Standards Act."
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Salary : $24 - $31
