Entry-Level HIV Prevention Program Specialist

CAN Community Health Inc; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,603,000 - 69,715,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & Sick time

11 Paid Company Holidays

Training & certification support

Health insurance

Retirement plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CAN Community Health Inc. is seeking a Program Specialist I to join the Education & Prevention Team in Florida. This entry-level role covers HIV/STI testing, health education, and linkage to PrEP/Hep C programs, with a focus on community outreach and collaboration with partners.

The position requires basic HIV knowledge and a willingness to work outside standard hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive benefits and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a related field preferred; college coursework may substitute for experience.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have valid insurance and driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides HIV/STI/Hepatitis C testing and risk reduction counseling in community-based settings and in clinic settings when applicable, including phlebotomy.
• Provides education on Pre-exposure Prophylaxis to clients and community members and links clients to the PrEP program.
• Ensures client confidentiality 100% of the time by conforming to HIPAA laws and CAN Community Health Policies and Procedures.
• Accurately documents the provision of testing in the electronic medical record, state reporting systems and on paper as required.
• Fosters and assists in developing new community partnerships through BRTA/FRTA agreements, informal agreements, and formal agreements including MOAs/BAAs under supervision.
• Represents CAN Community Health and conducts community-based outreach in varied settings; assists in testing, tabling and health education.
• Distributes condoms and other promotional materials to community members and partner organizations.
• Accurately documents and maintains all records related to prevention data collection efforts.
• Represents CAN Community Health at local, state, and national conferences and meetings when needed.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to coordinate client/patient services and community needs.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CAN Community Health Inc. is seeking a Program Specialist I to join the Education & Prevention Team in Florida. This entry-level role covers HIV/STI testing, health education, and linkage to PrEP/Hep C programs, with a focus on community outreach and collaboration with partners.

The position requires basic HIV knowledge and a willingness to work outside standard hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive benefits and ongoing training are provided.