Bilingual Hep-C Navigator & Harm Reduction Outreach

AIDS Center of Queens County, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

AIDS Center of Queens County, Inc. is seeking a part-time harm reduction outreach worker to conduct street outreach, enroll clients, and assist with service referrals at the Richmond Hill Main Site.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, the ability to work some evenings and holidays, and a respectful, non-judgmental approach to clients who use drugs. Healthcare navigation and documentation duties are also included.

Qualifications

• Previous street outreach or peer work experience.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, HEP C, safe injection practices, overdose prevention.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Willingness to work some evenings and occasional holiday hours.
• Ability to relate to active drug users respectfully and without judgment.
• Culturally competent to work with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and client enrollment.
• Complete intake assessments and assist navigation through referrals.
• Refer clients to supportive services and health insurance.
• Provide client accompaniment and appointment reminders.
• Conduct health promotion services and risk-reduction counseling.
• Facilitate case conferences with the provider team.
• Assist with medication coverage and discharge/transition planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client/peer chart records.
• Complete other duties assigned by the Syringe Services Program Coordinator or Director of Harm Reduction Services.

Skills

Outreach experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Cultural competence

Non-judgmental approach

Evenings/holiday hours flexibility

Client navigation & referrals

Job description

AIDS Center of Queens County, Inc. is seeking a part-time harm reduction outreach worker to conduct street outreach, enroll clients, and assist with service referrals at the Richmond Hill Main Site.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, the ability to work some evenings and holidays, and a respectful, non-judgmental approach to clients who use drugs. Healthcare navigation and documentation duties are also included.