Sr. Prevention Services Coordinator - ALABAMA REGIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES
Birmingham, AL 35203
About the Job
SUMMARY:The Sr. Prevention ServicesCoordinator[PSC] is a vital member of the HIV Integrated Care Team and will facilitate1) all internal and external screening engagement activities and events 2)PrEP services, and 3) education dissemination.The PPC assists the Chief Medical Officer and the HIV Managerinimplementing and maintaininga successful HIV[Prevention] Program.
The PSC works with grant and program leadership to ensure that grant deliverables are met, program initiatives are successful, and all activities meet extensive state and federal funding requirements to ensure continued funding and program expansion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commit to and apply the Mission and Values of ARMS
Assist in the development of new screening workflows, policies and procedures, protocols, standard operating procedures, staff training materials and other relevant documents that guide care delivered within the HIV prevention program
Assist HIV Manager to oversee and maintained the HIV Program workplan
Develop and implement a community outreach/in-reach education/engagement plan for HIV, STD, hypertension and diabetes screening/ prevention services
Develop and implement a care coordination and linkage to care process to ensure patients receive needed care
In partnership with the outreach and mobile health unit teams, plan and coordinate local events for National HIV Testing Day (June) and World AIDS Day (December 1st)
Increase PrEP awareness and knowledge and assist community members initiate PrEP
Work to build the trust and confidence of patients/persons to overcome fears or anxiety related to their health condition(s) or with navigating the health system
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to assist patients in understanding their vulnerabilities for acquiring HIV and the use of PrEP as a practical HIV prevention tool
Provide patient and insurance navigation services and PrEP services (e.g. HIV screening, rapid access appointments, confirmatory blood testing) to patients/persons interested in starting PrEP
Work closely with ARMS providers, pharmacists and patient assistance programs to ensure patient prescriptions are filled in a timely manner
Work with patients initiating PrEP to assess needs/barriers, assist in the development of care plans and coordinate PrEP-related services through advocacy, support, and empowerment
Provide follow-up services with patients to ensure adherence to the prescribed therapy, and remain engaged in PrEP care (e.g., scheduling quarterly medical appointments)
Meet regularly with the ARMS HIV interdisciplinary team to discuss successes, challenges, and innovative approaches to address patient’s needs and to improve PrEP services
Perform required entry of patient level data and documentation of services, including HIV/STD results and referrals to enabling services, in the electronic health record/data system
Assist in the preparation of data and grant reports and power point presentations as needed
Assist in writing required internal and external program reports including QI reports
Develop announcements and marketing materials for specific programs in collaboration with program staff and ARMS Director of Outreach, Marketing, and Public Affairs
Assist HIV Manager oversee community health worker staff including the facilitation and provision of training and ongoing professional development
Attendance at required ARMS meetings and external meetings with other local providers.
Participate in annual trainings and updates regarding HIV medical services and HIV prevention services
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· Bachelor's degree in social work, mental health or counseling required
· Master's degree preferred
· Two years of experience in facilitating HIV prevention and PrEP
· Demonstrated commitment and experience working with racial minorities; LGBTQ+ adults and youth; and economically diverse populations
· 3 years of program coordination experience; community/public health in ambulatory care; case management, navigation, education or human services
· 3 years of motivational interviewing experience
· Experience working with patients with other chronic and behavioral health needs
· Specialized training or experience in HIV prevention interventions, PREP/PEP, and STIs, a plus