Linkage to Care Specialist - Chicago, United States - University of Chicago (UC)

Description

Job Description:

• Perform HIV/STI testing, including collecting and managing specimens, providing results notification, and completing any mandated reporting.
• Support linkage to care for HIV/STI treatment and/or PrEP by supporting clients in navigating medical and support services.
• Assist with peer support groups.
• Staff HIV/STI testing events offsite including aboard the Comer Hospital Pediatric Mobile Medical Unit and at community events.
• Support community outreach activities, disseminating information about HIV/STI services and testing events through social media, community-based outreach, peer recruitment, network recruitment, and other channels.
• Perform specific protocol procedures (specimens and data management, survey/questionnaire administration and the like) required to conduct the study and retain research subjects.
• Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• â‹â‹Performs other related work as needed.â‹Â

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• GED or High School Diploma.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience working in HIV or sexual health.
• 1-3 years of experience working with LGBTQ+, minority, and marginalized populations.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must complete phlebotomy training within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong degree of flexibility.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of Chicago social service resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Creativity to solve problems and challenges.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback.
• Ability to manage stressful situations.
• Ability and willingness to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings (community venues).
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to various community venues across the metropolitan area.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (i.e. evenings and weekends).
• Ability to obtain urine, blood, and oral specimens from clients.
• Ability to travel to various local testing and event sites.
• Ability to use computers.
• Ability to use Standard Office Equipment.
• Ability to use Standard Work Station Equipment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

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