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Posted: 26-Nov-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: JR28510
Job Description:
STI and HIV testing (includes phlebotomy) for community members at CCHEâ™s off-site location, The Village.
Provides STI and HIV testing in community locations such as bars, clubs, and house parties during non-traditional hours (e.g. nights and weekends).
STI and HIV notifications of testing caseload, linkage to care, includes PrEP treatment screening, referrals and linkage.
Completes proper documentation for all testing encounters; this includes consent for testing, releases of information, screening for 'risk factors', and HIV pre- and post-test counseling.
Pre-screens community members for research projects that are connected to a testing encounter as well as pre-screens for supportive service needs that community members may have. For example, housing, employment and mental health, and referring to Supportive Services when community members are in crisis.
Supports youth-focused outreach projects, ballroom-focused outreach projects, and club-focused outreach projects.Â
Performs all tasks in basic clinical studies.
Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience:
Working with and/or providing care to LGBT populations, Black and Latino/a/x community members.
Providing HIV/STI treatment and/or prevention.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of Chicago social service resources.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility.
Creativity.
Manage stressful situations.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Perform phlebotomy or a willingness to be trained in phlebotomy.
Work on multiple projects.
Working Conditions
Provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings (community venues).
Travel to various community venues across the metropolitan area.
Work non-traditional hours.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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