HIV-EIS Program Director | Lead Care & Testing

Argus Community, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Argus Community, Inc. is seeking an EIS Program Director in the Bronx, NY. The role leads the HIV Early Intervention Services program, supervises EIS staff, and collaborates with site partners to expand HIV testing and linkage to care.

You will oversee counseling, data collection, and program documentation, while ensuring confidentiality and coordination with care services and health education activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, social work, sociology, human services, psychology or public health.
• Certification as an HIV Pre-test/Post-test Counselor is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of public health supervisory experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with empathy and collaborative approach.
• Ability to travel to OASAS-certified sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervises EIS Health Educators/STI Testers.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with Argus and partner sites.
• Identifies individuals actively in treatment and with unknown HIV status.
• Uses culturally sensitive practices to increase rapid HIV testing.
• Delivers confidential pre- and post-test counseling and HIV testing.
• Supports HIV/AIDS education sessions and related topics.
• Links positive cases to medical care and supports confidentiality.
• Refers clients to supportive services and programs.
• Maintains client case records per state and federal laws.
• Oversees data collection, entry, and AWARDS Foothold documentation.
• Manages billing when possible for Medicaid/Medicare/private Payors.
• Documents counseling, maintains filing system, and submits paperwork on time.
• Plans health education and workshops; attends meetings and trainings.
• Prepares OASAS narrative and fiscal reports for review.
• Orders testing and education supplies with VP approval.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Collaborative work

Travel to OASAS sites

Education

Bachelor's in social sciences / public health

HIV Pre-test/Post-test Counselor certification

Job description

Argus Community, Inc. is seeking an EIS Program Director in the Bronx, NY. The role leads the HIV Early Intervention Services program, supervises EIS staff, and collaborates with site partners to expand HIV testing and linkage to care.

You will oversee counseling, data collection, and program documentation, while ensuring confidentiality and coordination with care services and health education activities.