Bilingual HIV Prevention Outreach Specialist

Prevention and Counseling Services MAP DINO; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prevention and Counseling Services MAP DINO in Houston, TX seeks an Outreach Specialist to lead HIV/STI testing and education under funded programs. Travel within assigned areas, deliver testing and linkage to care, and provide culturally responsive prevention services.

Requirements include a high school diploma, at least one year in community outreach, bilingual Spanish preferred, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Willingness to undergo background check and pass fingerprinting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one-year experience in community outreach.
• Prefer bilingual Spanish and previous experience working with Hispanic, African American, and LGBTQ populations.
• Proficiency in the use of social media, computer and Microsoft Office/365; Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Must be willing to be fingerprinted and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Implement focused HIV/STI testing in non-traditional settings.
• Engage individuals and communities most vulnerable to HIV and provide HIV, STI, and HCV testing and linkage to care.
• Provide comprehensive prevention services and adhere to contract requirements.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Social media proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prevention and Counseling Services MAP DINO in Houston, TX seeks an Outreach Specialist to lead HIV/STI testing and education under funded programs. Travel within assigned areas, deliver testing and linkage to care, and provide culturally responsive prevention services.

Requirements include a high school diploma, at least one year in community outreach, bilingual Spanish preferred, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Willingness to undergo background check and pass fingerprinting.