HIV Prevention Specialist & Community Educator

Caribbean Women's Health Association, Inc; Canada; On-site; CAD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Canada is seeking a dedicated HIV Health Educator to lead community outreach and health education initiatives focused on HIV prevention. The candidate will conduct workshops, distribute preventive materials, administer rapid HIV tests, and provide personalized counseling to high-risk individuals. Requirements include a commitment to health equity and proficiency in relevant software tools. A Bachelor's degree in health sciences is preferable. Join us to make a lasting impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to HIV prevention and advancing health outcomes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with central Brooklyn neighborhoods is a positive attribute.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshops on HIV-related topics in community settings.
• Distribute HIV prevention materials to individuals and organizations.
• Administer rapid HIV tests and provide counseling.
• Offer risk-reduction counseling and health education.
• Conduct outreach to engage high-risk populations.
• Facilitate support groups for women living with HIV/AIDS.
• Document all outreach and educational activities.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

HIV prevention commitment

Street outreach comfort

Attention to detail

Flexibility for non-traditional hours

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Proficient in Google Workspace

Social media proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Haitian Creole proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in health sciences or related field

Tools

AIDS Institute Reporting System (AIRS)

Job description

A community health organization in Canada is seeking a dedicated HIV Health Educator to lead community outreach and health education initiatives focused on HIV prevention. The candidate will conduct workshops, distribute preventive materials, administer rapid HIV tests, and provide personalized counseling to high-risk individuals. Requirements include a commitment to health equity and proficiency in relevant software tools. A Bachelor's degree in health sciences is preferable. Join us to make a lasting impact in the community.