Human Services Program Specialist - 64001731

DGS Office of External Affairs; Viera (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

DGS Office of External Affairs in Viera, Florida is seeking a Human Services Program Specialist to provide technical assistance to community organizations and medical entities on HIV prevention program development and implementation. The role includes coordinating HIV testing and counseling and working with local facilities to screen high-risk populations.

You will serve as a liaison with the HIV Early Intervention Services program and apply knowledge of the HIV continuum of care, using

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 2 years of experience in HIV continuum of care.
• Knowledge of STD/HIV/AIDS transmission, prevention and risk reduction.
• Experience with motivational interviewing and counseling.
• Ability to conduct HIV testing including rapid tests and blood draws.
• Basic computer skills including database and spreadsheet proficiency.
• Preferred: bilingual in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to community organizations and medical entities on HIV prevention program development and implementation.
• Conduct HIV testing including rapid tests and blood draws and counseling.
• Coordinate with local facilities to screen high-risk populations.
• Serve as liaison with the HIV Early Intervention Services program in Viera, Florida.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Counseling

Database proficiency

Spreadsheet proficiency

Knowledge of STD/HIV/AIDS transmission

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

The Human Services Program Specialist provides technical assistance to community organizations and medical entities on HIV prevention program development and implementation. The role includes conducting HIV/STD testing and counseling, coordinating with local facilities to screen high-risk populations, and serving as a liaison with the HIV Early Intervention Services program in Viera, Florida.

Key qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited university and 2 years experience with the HIV continuum of care
• Knowledge of STD/HIV/AIDS transmission, prevention, and risk reduction
• Skill in motivational interviewing and counseling
• Ability to conduct HIV testing including rapid tests and blood draws
• Basic computer skills including database and spreadsheet proficiency
• Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish