Prevention Services Coordinator

Resource Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Center in Dallas-Fort Worth seeks a PrEP Navigator & Testing Coordinator to provide HIV/STD prevention, education, testing, PrEP, and linkage to treatment for LGBTQ+ individuals across Dallas County and surrounding areas.

You will perform testing via venipuncture or other methods, coordinate outreach, train volunteers, maintain client files, and collaborate with Dallas County Health & Human Services while following HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle a moderate to heavy workload and lift 25–50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours (some late nights and weekends required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct HIV, syphilis & STI testing & prevention activities focused on gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-nonconforming & MSM.
• Educate MSM & other community members about HIV/STI prevention.
• Recruit at-risk, young adult MSM for FTN/FCT & screen testing.
• Perform initial & follow-up sessions per FTN/FCT guidelines for persons testing for HIV.
• Maintain a positive rapport with community businesses, organizations & agencies.
• Coordinate outreach, including recruiting & utilizing volunteers, at authorized venues to conduct testing & referrals to testing & HIV linkage to treatment services.
• Follow agency & program procedures/policies, including safety regulations & guidelines.
• Promote PrEP and help coordinate FTN/FCT and HIV/syphilis/STD testing activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Flexible hours

Transportation access

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Resource Center is proud to have served the LGBTQIA+ and HIV/AIDS communities in Dallas-Fort Worth for four decades! From a grassroots advocacy group to the front lines of the AIDS crisis, to witnessing marriage equality, fighting for transgender rights, and opening the first LGBTQIA+-affirming senior housing in Dallas, we’ve been here through it all and will continue to grow, fight, and love alongside our vibrant community.

Reports to: Prevention Services Manager

Position Overview

The PrEP Navigator & Testing Coordinator will provide HIV & STD prevention services & education, including HIV Testing, PrEP, & linkage to treatment, among LGBTQ+ individuals at various locations throughout Dallas County & surrounding areas.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct HIV, syphilis & STI testing & prevention activities focused on gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-nonconforming & men who have sex with men (MSM)
• Educate MSM & other community members about HIV/STI prevention
• Recruit at-risk, young adult MSM for FTN/FCT & screen testing
• Perform initial & follow-up sessions per FTN/FCT guidelines for persons testing for HIV
• Maintain a positive rapport with community businesses, organizations & agencies
• Assist in implementing community assessment for FTN/FCT
• Follow agency & program procedures/policies, including safety regulations & guidelines
• Work with Dallas County Health & Human Services on information regarding partner notification, contact tracing & partner elicitation, as requested
• Maintain FTN/FCT HIV/STD/syphilis testing client files
• Coordinate outreach, including recruiting & utilizing volunteers, at authorized venues to conduct testing &/or referrals to testing & HIV linkage to treatment services
• Ensure program goals & objectives are met, & report program process objectives
• Attend department and agency meetings & local and statewide conferences
• Promote PrEP and help coordinate FTN/FCT and HIV/syphilis/STD testing activities
• Perform HIV/syphilis/STD tests via venipuncture or other methods per set guidelines
• Monitor medical supplies, orders & maintenance, including biohazard waste disposal
• Perform duties in conjunction with the Transhealth Initiative, as needed
• Perform duties in accordance with OSHA safety, clinic protocols & HIPAA compliance
• Participate in condom distribution and Condom Education and Outreach initiative
• Participate in the programs Client Services Navigation System to establish linkage to HIV-related medical care for people who are infected with HIV
• Work with adult programs to help coordinate outreach for corresponding communities
• May be required to drive personal car or Sexy Health Mobile Unit to businesses & events
• Perform administrative and other duties

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college is preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Detail-oriented with the Ability to handle a moderate to heavy workload and lift 25-50lbs
• Ability to work flexible hours (some late nights and weekends required)
• Must have access to reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed)
• Proficient experience with Microsoft computer applications is required
• Qualification & experience in Foundations of Testing and Navigation (FCT) or Protocol-Based Counseling and Testing (PBC) is preferred, but we will train the right candidate.