Patient Navigator: HIV Prevention & Care Outreach

Apicha Community Health Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

11 paid holidays

Job summary

A health center dedicated to community support is seeking a HPAC Patient Navigator to conduct outreach and connect low-income individuals with HIV prevention services and primary care. The successful candidate will work closely with diverse populations, assist clients in accessing healthcare, and conduct health education activities. A high school diploma, relevant experience, and fluency in Spanish or Mandarin are highly preferred. The role includes flexible hours and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of working experience required.
• Energetic and motivated to achieve the agency mission.
• Ability to recruit from target population required.
• Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to provide HIV testing within 30 days of starting work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to recruit low-income, high-risk individuals.
• Identify undiagnosed HIV persons and link them to healthcare.
• Link diagnosed individuals in care to maximize virus suppression.
• Assist clients with access to primary care and specialty services.
• Conduct health education activities and screenings.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin

Strong socio-cultural identification with the target population

Ability to work with diverse populations

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Communication skills in English

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

A health center dedicated to community support is seeking a HPAC Patient Navigator to conduct outreach and connect low-income individuals with HIV prevention services and primary care. The successful candidate will work closely with diverse populations, assist clients in accessing healthcare, and conduct health education activities. A high school diploma, relevant experience, and fluency in Spanish or Mandarin are highly preferred. The role includes flexible hours and teamwork in a supportive environment.