PrEP Navigator and Tester

People of Color Against AIDS Network; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 66,567 - 81,360; Full time

Job summary

People of Color Against AIDS Network is seeking a Prevention Specialist in Federal Way, Washington, to provide HIV testing, counseling, and education, focusing on high-risk individuals. The role includes coordinating PrEP enrollment and services while working closely with the Prevention Care Team. Applicants should have experience with diverse populations and a commitment to the mission of HIV prevention. A total compensation package includes salary and benefits amounting to approximately $73,964 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience working with an ethnically and racially diverse population.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours.
• Knowledge of the LGBT community and related sensitivities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HIV testing and education for high-risk individuals.
• Coordinate PrEP enrollment and provide navigation support.
• Participate in team meetings and training programs.

Skills

Experience with diverse populations

Knowledge of HIV prevention

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title:

Prevention Specialist

Department:

Prevention Department

Reports To:

Medical Director

Classification:

Exempt

Reporting Relationship:

Program Manager

Supervisory Relationship:

None

Salary and Compensation:

65K/yr ($31.25/hr) + $747/month benefits = 73,964 total.

Job Summary:

The Prevention Specialist is an experienced professional who is an essential part of the POCAAN's Prevention Care Team, working under the Prevention Program Manager. The Prevention Specialist – PrEP Navigator is responsible for providing HIV testing, counseling, and education to people at high risk of acquiring or transmitting HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, as well as providing PrEP enrollment, education, and navigation to HIV‑negative individuals. The position specializes in HIV prevention, STI prevention, and safe‑sex education for gay/bisexual men, transgender, and non‑binary persons, as well as high‑risk heterosexual females.

As a PrEP Navigator, you will provide intensive care coordination, support, and services to HIV‑negative individuals who require assistance in accessing and remaining in PrEP care. This individual will coordinate with the Prevention team to initiate access to PrEP care and with the Medical and Pharmacy teams to assist existing PrEP patients.

Multiple‑lingual Applicants Welcomed:

Spanish and African languages and dialects are a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Weekly check‑in meetings with the Program Manager and regular team meetings with the prevention team.
• Weekly maintenance of a work plan detailing project goals and outcomes.
• Complete HIV 101 training.
• Participate in Motivational Interviewing training.
• Participate in PrEP Navigation best practices training.
• Participate in other agency training as directed.
• Supports the mission, vision, and values of POCAAN.
• Comply willingly with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Support and facilitate positive interaction with others by exhibiting individual maturity and respect.
• Work from a team‑centered approach.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Participate in appropriate professional development programs to attain and maintain competency.
• Provide testing, education, counseling, and outreach that is culturally relevant to persons of all gender identities, expressions, sexual orientations, and communities of color across all boroughs of King County.
• Provide individual, sex‑positive, risk‑reduction counseling, including brief PrEP/PEP/STI education and referrals.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date client testing records for HIV testing and referrals.
• Submit a weekly program and activity progress report to the Prevention Program Manager.
• Occasionally conduct community presentations to increase awareness of HIV prevention and testing in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Conduct outreach to recruit testing for priority populations in venues and neighborhoods where clients congregate.
• Conduct scientific‑based prevention education sessions for individuals at high risk for HIV infection, including workshops and social marketing activities for ongoing recruitment.
• Help prepare and develop program curricula, materials, flyers, and all other printed materials required by the program.
• Coordinate with the Wellness Program staff and Prevention Services for health education and materials approval.
• Link newly diagnosed individuals to care services, including case management and doctor appointments, and assist with access to health insurance.
• Conduct process and outcome evaluation activities.
• Collect data, perform data entry, and prepare monthly program statistics.
• All other duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and collaborate with other prevention programs and services within Seattle/King County to better serve targeted populations and the community as a whole.
• Develop relationships with community leaders and serve as the organization’s liaison with various constituents.
• Work well under general supervision.
• Exercise creativity, initiative, and latitude as required.
• Report daily to a supervisor or manager.
• Be prepared for occasional weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Qualifications:

• Multi‑lingual applicants welcomed (Spanish and African languages and dialects a plus).
• Successful experience working with an ethnically, racially, economically, and sexually diverse population.
• Background or willingness to work with men who have sex with men.
• Willingness to work non‑traditional hours.
• Knowledge and sensitivity about the needs of various subpopulations such as people of color and the LGBT community.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, initiative, and discretionary abilities.