Peer Specialist - ACCESS II Care Coordination Program

Argus Community, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Argus Community, Inc. in Bronx, NY is seeking a Part-Time Peer Specialist to assist Care Coordination staff and patients after intake or assessment. You will help implement care plans, provide field-based education, and support navigation through social services.

The role requires empathy, ability to travel within NYC, and knowledge of HIV/AIDS treatment. You will document services, participate in team meetings, and help connect clients with appointments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or peer specialist certification.
• Ability to travel within NYC via public transportation.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS transmission and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Directly assist Care Coordination staff and patients with care plans after intake/assessment.
• Provide field-based education and track progress per NYC protocol.
• Assist with outreach, accompany patients to social services, and coordinate appointments.
• Document care coordination services timely and accurately.
• Attend required team meetings and participate in quality management projects.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED or Peer Specialist Certified

Tools

Computers/word processing

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

ACCESS II Part Time Bronx, NY, US

DEPARTMENT: ACCESS II Care Coordination Program

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Care Coordination Services/Program Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

As a Peer Specialists, your function is to directly assist the Care Coordination staff and the patients with the implementation of the care coordination plan developed as a result of the intake and/or assessment of the needs of the patient and her/his family. As part of the Care Coordination team, it is expected that the Peer Specialists adhere to all NYC DOHMH Protocol.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Familiarity with the agency and NYC DOHMH Care Coordination protocol.
• Provide all field-based education and tracking through the NYCDOHMH Health Education curriculum.
• Assist with case finding activities by calling, conducting home visit, and outreach activities for enrolled or lost to follow up clients.
• Accompany patients to social service providers, as warranted.
• Coordinate support for appointments including: Reminders, transportation, child care.
• Provide feedback to team on observations made in the field and during home visits.
• Educate, coach, and empower clients through working relationship.
• Participate in yearly quality management projects.
• Attend all required meetings including daily team meetings, monthly clinical rounds, and weekly staff meetings.
• Provide general assistance in case coordination functions based on patients needs as addressed in the care coordination plan and assigned by Care Coordinator.
• Timely and accurate documentation of all care coordination services provided
• Conduct home visits and/or visit participants while in the hospital to follow-up on their needs.
• Be knowledgeable and up-to-date in areas pertaining to HIV/AIDS symptoms, treatment, and medications.

Qualifications:

To perform the job of Peer Specialist successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job of Peer Specialist.

• High School Diploma or GED or Peer Specialist Certified
• One year direct case management experience* preferably working with persons with HIV/AIDS
• Meets physical and cognitive requirements needed to complete assigned tasks and duties of the position with reasonable accommodations being made for individuals with disabilities
• Ability to travel within the five boroughs of New York City via public transportation
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS transmission and treatment
• Empathy towards and a desire to work with persons with HIV/AIDS
• Ability to be a team player and to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers
• Knowledge of computers/word processing a plus