Program Specialist -

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. 

BronxWorks Positive Living provides services to improve the well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Illnesses, and Hepatitis C. In addition, the program provides HIV & Hepatitis C rapid testing, health education groups to the community, and linkage to care and referrals for additional services. Our team is dedicated to helping everyone live their best life.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide direct services and prevention education clients living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH/A) and people who are at high risk for contracting HIV, sexually transmitted illnesses (STI’s) and Hepatitis C, including people engaging in high-risk sexual behavior and intravenous drug users.
• Manage a caseload
• Administer HIV and HCV Testing
• Maintain familiarity with program resources available on- and off-site
• Act as a program contact person for inquiries concerning clients
• Facilitate evidence-based interventions, including, Healthy Conversations, Healthy Relationships and VOICES/VOCES.
• Provide education and increase awareness about PrEP and PEP and provide referrals to individuals in need of this service. 
• Coordinate client services with other social services, mental health, substance use, medical and other providers through referral based program.
• Drive agency medical van to specified testing and outreach locations for the purpose of conducting testing and outreach responsibilities 
• Fill the vehicle with gas when needed. 
• Notify supervisor of vehicle maintenance problems as they arise.
• Refer and link clients to medical provider
• Complete intake, risk assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy, and counseling. 
• Conduct Outreach.
• Responsible for receiving dating and storing all food deliveries. 
• Packing and distributing food packages to clients. 
• Sorting food items, stocking shelves, checking for expiration dates and discarding expired items. 
• Prepare and conduct educational workshops and presentations.
• Monitor and document client progress toward service plan goals. 
• Provide weekly and monthly reports
• Report to, and meet with supervisor monthly
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

  QUALIFICATIONS 

• Prefer at least one year of experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS. Prefer one year of experience doing HIV rapid testing and Hepatitis C rapid testing, although training will be provided. 
• Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma. BA preferred. 
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred. 
• Food Protection Certificate Preferred. 
• Proficiency in modern business communications, including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, and facsimile and copier equipment.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License is REQUIRED! 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
• Ability to commute within the Bronx

BronxWorks is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities and other legally protected needs. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org

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