Position Summary:

• Provides a confidential assessment for those clients living with HIV and clients being referred for PrEP services determine the HIV prevention needs of the clients whether their test results are positive or negative; this includes the registration and planning of prevention services.
• Provides HIV and STI confidential pre and post-test counseling for identified patients and others according to NJ Department of Health and Senior Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines and documents accordingly
• Coordinates PrEP and PEP for clients
• Provides medical case management for newly diagnosed persons with HIV infection
• Maintains documentation of all client encounters and complete reporting requirements according to grant and department standards
• Performs phlebotomy as needed to help with medical follow up.
• Drives mobile health unit as needed. 8. Participates as an active member on committees as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services plus two (2) years (five (5) years preferred) of full-time professional experience with HIV/AIDS.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.

City: Newark

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Salary: 60,543

Posting Number: 24ST2641

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