NHBS Field Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH)

DIVISION: Division of HIV Health (DHH)

PROGRAM: National HIV Behavioral Surveillance (NHBS)

JOB OVERVIEW:

The NHBS Field Coordinator is responsible for coordinating a CDC-funded behavioral surveillance research project and anonymous HIV testing among populations at increased risk for HIV exposure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in developing and conducting formative research in the form of a series of focus groups and other formal interviews.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community-based organizations.
• Participate in CDC site visits, trainings, biweekly project officer meetings, and monthly conference calls.
• Supervise field staff and assist with related matters, such as hiring, training and development, scheduling, and team building.
• Manage operations and data collection; review, tabulate, and reconcile forms and logs used in the field.
• Coordinate HIV and other STD testing operations; ensure proper documentation of HIV testing activities; ensure adherence to HIV testing procedures; ensure adherence to procedures for making referrals to care.
• Ensure adequate preparations, including supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate ongoing formative assessment efforts and implement changes based upon findings.
• Manage multiple databases, utilizing CDC software and Excel to track relevant metrics.
• Report to the Project Coordinator and Principal Investigator.
• Provide overall field site management.

SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
• Ability to work independently, as well as with others
• Willingness to ask questions and keep others informed
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete work with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills
• Familiarity with spreadsheet applications
• Working knowledge of case definitions for HIV and AIDS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior interviewing experience
• Prior experience with HIV terminology
• Preferred: Certification in PA as an HIV test counselor

SALARY: $50,000

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Forward resume to:

Lyric Kleber
1101 Market St., 8th Floor AACO, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Email: Lyric.Kleber@phila.gov
CC: Erika.Solomon@phila.gov

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

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