HIV Care Linkage Navigator

Los Angeles LGBT Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Los Angeles LGBT Center is seeking a Linkage to Care Specialist in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time, non-exempt role focuses on ensuring linkage and retention in medical care for newly diagnosed HIV-positive patients, PrEP patients, and at-risk individuals.

The position involves coordination with health services and community partners to overcome barriers to care. Responsibilities include direct client outreach, enrollment assistance, data management, and collaboration with clinical staff to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community (relevant issues).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in HIV/STD prevention or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Knowledge of HIV/STD infection, transmission and prevention; familiarity with community resources and referrals.

Responsibilities

• Assist HIV-positive patients, PrEP patients, and at-risk individuals in person or via phone/email to support linkage and retention in health and related services.
• Educate clients on Center services and external resources; assist with program enrollment.
• Coordinate financial screening, first medical visits, and other services including mental health and housing assistance.
• Provide benefit/insurance enrollment, case management, and counseling until linkage to care is achieved.
• Identify barriers to care and assist with re-engagement through collaborations with partners.

Skills

HIV/STD prevention

Client liaison

Communication skills

Strong computer skills

Access to reliable transportation

Education

CPR (BCLS) certification

State certified HIV pre/post-test counselor

Tools

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Job description

Los Angeles LGBT Center is seeking a Linkage to Care Specialist in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time, non-exempt role focuses on ensuring linkage and retention in medical care for newly diagnosed HIV-positive patients, PrEP patients, and at-risk individuals.

The position involves coordination with health services and community partners to overcome barriers to care. Responsibilities include direct client outreach, enrollment assistance, data management, and collaboration with clinical staff to