HIV Care Navigator & Certified Peer Support Specialist

Aniz Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Aniz Inc. is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to provide peer-based support, intake, linkage, retention, and care navigation for clients of the Infectious Diseases Clinic and Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program in Atlanta.

The role uses personal experience and trauma-informed practices to empower clients, address barriers to care, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes and engagement in services.

Qualifications

• Current certification or be qualified to get certification as a Peer Support Specialist or comparable credential.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience providing peer support and navigating health services, particularly in HIV care.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate intake appointments and support re-engagement in care.
• Build trusting relationships and help clients understand the care model and eligible services.
• Assist clients with eligibility, documentation, enrollment, and recertification processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurately document interactions in EMR systems.
• Support client engagement through outreach, groups, and client advisory activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to address barriers to care.

Skills

Peer support principles

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

HIPAA compliance

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Care navigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Tools

EMR systems

NextGen/EMA experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aniz Inc. is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to provide peer-based support, intake, linkage, retention, and care navigation for clients of the Infectious Diseases Clinic and Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program in Atlanta.

The role uses personal experience and trauma-informed practices to empower clients, address barriers to care, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes and engagement in services.