Sexual Health Testing Counselor and Case Manager

POSITION:                 Sexual Health Testing Counselor and Case Manager

REPORTS TO:           Health Services Outreach Manager

STATUS:                    Non-Exempt, Full-Time

COMPENSATION:     $22-25 per hour

BENEFITS:                 Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation

LOCATION:                Sacramento, CA (this position is not eligible for remote work)

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Health Services Outreach Manager, the Sexual Health Testing Counselor and Case Manager provide HIV and STI counseling and testing. Triage HIV-positive patients into medical care and provide case management. Coordinate, schedule, and conduct outreach events to specifically target BIPOC, gay and bisexual men, transgender, and men who have sex with men (MSM) communities. Additionally, the Sexual Health Testing Counselor and Case Manager will create and sustain working relationships with businesses, other providers and community members where outreach will be conducted, primarily in South Sacramento.

This position contributes to program goals to increase awareness, decrease HIV/STI infections in the LGBTQ community, and provide support to those living with HIV/AIDS. The Sexual Health Testing Counselor and Case Manager will serve as a Center liaison to various groups and community partners, particularly the Black community of South Sacramento, and supervise a team of dedicated interns and volunteers. People of color, trans-identified individuals and people living with HIV/AIDS are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.     Testing Coordination

2.     Case Management

3.     Prevention & Outreach

Testing Coordination

1.     Provide HIV and STD counseling, testing, outreach, and education for the Sexual Health Program at the Marsha P. Johnson Center South location and other designated off-site locations.

2.     Accurately complete risk assessment forms, lab requisitions, and additional written and typed materials.

3.     Collect and collate oral and finger prick blood samples for HIV and HCV testing.

4.     Provide counseling on HIV risk reduction activities and support referrals for people who test positive for HIV.

5.     Enter data promptly, per agency guidelines, and assist with reports as needed.

6.     Follow universal safety precautions and maintain patient confidentiality.

7.     Maintain and update accurate logs regarding client tests, confirmatory results, and missing results on internal and external databases.

8.     Provide and maintain a safe, affirming and secure atmosphere.

9.     Expand the accessibility of testing through testing partnerships in neighboring counties, community events, and mobile testing.

Case Management

Develop and maintain a clinically appropriate working relationship with clients and refer to appropriate needed services, resources, and opportunities.

1.     Assist clients with completing application processes (paperwork, phone calls, linkage to providers, etc.) for insurance enrollment, co-pay programs, and benefits programs concerning coverage and payment concerning health-related matters.

2.     Provides direct client advocacy and referrals needed to facilitate rapid appointments for treatment and care.

3.     Works with community agencies and organizations to establish a referral network for BlPOC community members in South Sacramento.

Prevention and Outreach

1.     Provide sexual health education, resources, materials, and referrals via peer group session facilitation to inform LGBT individuals and youth about safer sex practices and high-risk behaviors.

2.     Nurture an atmosphere in which clients feel understood and seen by advocates who are aware of health disparities facing BIPOC