DAP Health – Early Intervention Specialist – Palm Springs, CA

Community Health Association Inland Southern Region; Palm Springs (CA); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

DAP Health seeks an Early Intervention Services (EIS) Specialist to identify individuals living with HIV/HCV and link them to medical care swiftly through testing, referrals, and outreach services.

The role requires delivering HIV counseling, risk-reduction education, and coordinating with Prevention Navigators for PrEP/PEP; extensive documentation and client navigation are essential. On-site, physician partnerships and health equity focus drive impact.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or experience in health-related fields.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.

Aufgaben

• Deliver HIV counseling and HCV/STI education to clients.
• Assess social determinants of health to tailor prevention strategies.
• Educate clients on HIV prevention methods and PrEP/PEP referrals.
• Facilitate access to care and remove barriers in the care continuum.
• Maintain accurate documentation and update EHR systems.
• Meet clients walk-in for support and coordinate same-day services.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in English

Motivational Interviewing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or related health field experience

BLS certification (American Heart Association/Red Cross)

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Salary Range: $22.00 – $24.00 Hourly

Position Type: Full Time

Category: Health Care

Description

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you’re looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary
The Early Intervention Services (EIS) Specialist identifies individuals who are living with HIV andHCV and links them into medical care as quickly as possible. These individuals are referred toEIS thought targeted testing, referral services, linkage to care referrals, and outreach servicesand health education/risk reduction. The elements of EIS often overlap with other servicecategories and departments; however, EIS is considered the combination of such servicesrather than a stand-alone service.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized HIV counseling and HCV/STI education to clients who are eithernewly diagnosed or re‑engaging in care, through DAP Health clinics and collaborativecommunity referrals
• Complete an assessment to identify social determinants of health barriers and thusutilize prevention strategies for specific infectious and chronic illnesses at time ofindividual visit
• Educate clients and their sexual partners and/or family members on HIV preventionmethods, including condom and lubricant use, harm reduction practices, andantiretroviral therapies. Facilitate referrals to a Prevention Navigator for PEP and PrEPservices for sexual partners and/or client’s family members.
• Facilitate access to care by identifying and removing barriers for clients newly diagnosedwith HIV or those out of care
• Facilitate referrals to medical care at DAP Health services as needed
• Communicate information consistent with agency standards
• Remain knowledgeable about local resources and advocate for clients by helping themaccess and navigate community-based services
• Access patient protected health information as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all client interactions
• Keep Electronic Health Records up to date as needed (HCC, Epic, and other databases)
• Meet with clients on a walk-in basis to provide support, answer questions, and addressimmediate needs
• Provide post-appointment support to clients, including assistance with in-house labinteractions to complete lab work and coordination of same-day prescription pickup
• Support clients by offering updated information and referrals to insurance enrollmentworkers to assist with coverage applications
• Connect clients with relevant internal and external resources through timely andaccurate referrals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Fluency/Excellent verbal and written communication in English
• Motivational Interviewing preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree OR experience in medical or health-related fields; social work,counseling, nursing, public health, or other health education
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross accredited BLS certification

Preferred:

• The ideal candidate will have an interest in and competence in cultural differences,HIV/AIDS, minority health, sexual practices, and a demonstrated competence in workingwith the substance abuse community, African American, Latino/a, LGBT communities,health care workers, youth, and/or seniors
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS disease, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) (Gonorrhea,Chlamydia, and Syphilis), and HCV include diagnosis, prevention, and risk-reductionstrategies
• Previous professional or volunteer experience working in HIV/HCV/STI prevention orcare and/or delivering sexual health education or other behavior
• Understanding of how related chronic and infectious diseases are transmitted andprevented as well as familiarity with Pre-Exposure and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEPand PEP)
• Stages of Change and behavioral risk reduction

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• This position is on-site at a DAP Health location
• Ability to lift 24 pounds.
• Operates in an office setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing,repetitive motion, and talking
• Requires current and valid driver’s license and current personal auto insurance
• Able to travel throughout southern California