Description
Under the supervision of the CTR Manager, performs duties relating to the counseling of clients regarding HIV infection and testing and conducting outreach activities to potential clients.
Duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Conduct pre- and post-test counseling sessions with clients pertaining to HIV transmission, risk reduction options, testing options and social service referrals.
- Develop risk reduction plans for all clients seeking HIV counseling and testing services.
- Refer and track clients in need of internal/external services.
- Conduct HIV testing utilizing universal precautions and conform to all state regulations regarding testing.
· Complete all documentation associated with testing activities within a pre-specified time frame.
- Establish, maintain and update client case records using approved agency forms and procedures.
- Ensure confidentiality of all records.
- Prepare monthly reports in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Commitment to Hyacinth philosophy
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Successful and demonstrated completion of Alere and INSTI trainings.
- Bachelor’s degree plus one year of experience in HIV/AIDS, education or related field. A candidate who has no degree but seems exceptionally suitable will be considered if he/she can demonstrate additional years of relevant experience in exchange for the educational requirement.
- Must be knowledgeable about HIV.AIDS prevention in diverse communities including among MSM of color, women of color, injection drug users, and persons who exchange sex for resources.
- Access to currently registered car and a valid driver’s license in good standing.
- Training as an HIV antibody test counselor and/or at least one year of experience providing HIV test counseling.
- Training and experience in a helping field (psychology, social work, counseling).
- Experience with and dedication to pursuing cultural competence with the populations
of clients to be served.
- Comfort with and knowledgeable with discussing sex frankly using everyday language.
- Successful completion of NJDHSS-DHAS Counseling & Testing course.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Proficiency in written and verbal communications.
