Biomedical Program PrEP Navigator II

AltaMed Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings with match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services seeks a PrEP Navigator II in Los Angeles to provide HIV/STI health education, counseling and testing, and to coordinate PrEP/PEP navigation services for high-risk clients. The role includes helping clients enroll in ACA, scheduling PrEP/PEP medical visits, and supporting medication access programs.

Responsibilities include program recruitment, client intake and assessment, mentoring, and coordinating referrals to partner programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's Degree in social services or other health-related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a human services field, HIV prevention or case management services required.
• Minimum 2 years of Motivational Interviewing experience and/or client-centered harm reduction counseling is highly desirable.
• Experience delivering case management to low-income, at-risk populations preferred.
• Certification as HIV Test Counselor or equivalent, or must obtain within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HIV/STI health education, counseling and testing.
• Facilitate HIV prevention and PrEP/PEP navigation services for high-risk clients.
• Refer clients for ACA enrollment and schedule PrEP/PEP medical appointments.
• Assist with Medication Assistance Programs and coordinate referrals to related programs.
• Mentor and coordinate with team members and participate in internal/external coalitions.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Harm reduction counseling

Case management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in social services or health-related field

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed - it's nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don't just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it's a calling that drives us forward every day.

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed - it's nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don't just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it's a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The PrEP Navigator II, Biomedical Program Infectious Diseases (ID) provides comprehensive HIV/STI Health Education, HIV counseling and testing, and facilitates HIV Prevention and PrEP/PEP Navigation Services to clients at high risk for infection or transmission of HIV. The Navigator is responsible for: 1)referring clients for ACA enrollment, 2)navigating clients onto PrEP/PEP services, 3)scheduling medical appointments for PrEP/PEP, and 4)assisting with Medication Assistance Programs. The Navigator conducts program recruitment for PrEP, client intake and assessment, facilitation/mentoring, and the coordination of referral services to programs as appropriate. The Navigator monitors and reports progress toward deliverables and represents AltaMed by serving on internal and external workgroups, collaborations, and coalitions. Lastly, the Navigator II supports mentoring of other team members.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's Degree in social services or other health-related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a human services field, previous experience providing HIV prevention or case management services required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Motivational Interviewing and/or demonstrated capacity to deliver client-centered harm reduction counseling is highly desirable.
• Previous experience delivering case management services to low-income, at-risk populations is preferred.
• Certification: Existing certification as a HIV Test Counselor, Los Angeles Division of HIV and STD Programs, in advance of employment, or strongly Angels Division of HIV and STD Programs in advance of employment or must obtain within 3 months of employment with AltaMed.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
• Bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish, preferred,
• Must be at least 21 years of age, due to outreach requirements at local bars, clubs, and other venues relevant to program activities.

Compensation

$25.00 - $29.32 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.