What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ending HIV Epidemic, Community Health Worker position at AIDS Healthcare Foundation?
WHO WE ARE
AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!
Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees?
If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you!
Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.
AHF’s core values are:
• Patient-Centered
• Value Employees
• Respect for Diversity
• Nimble
• Fight for What’s Right
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YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO OUR SUCCESS!
A EHE Community Health Worker contributes to AHF by utilizing a strong experience in care coordination with patient access and engagement. Within your duties of HIV testing, you have the opportunity to engage in outreach within the community and educate those at risk. You will support clients who are at risk of non-adherence. You will assist them in navigating the healthcare system and achieving positive healthcare outcomes. Utilizing your own community resource experience and a strong skill set in understanding and working through the healthcare system, you will work with new clients and at-risk members. Your compassion and ability to relate will comfort and trust the clients with whom you provide this care, engagement, and access to resources.
A EHE Community Health Worker enhances the reputation of AHF by Utilizing your experience in understanding the locality and the specific challenges facing this population to find creative solutions for re-engaging clients at risk of or have been lost to care will be pivotal in this role. The EHE CHW aims to keep clients engaged in care and understand their healthcare so healthy behaviors are achieved, resulting in a healthier population. With your creative skillset, you will work to achieve stronger engagement and health outcomes.
You will be a passionate advocate for our top initiatives.
To be successful as a EHE Community Health Worker it is crucial to ensure that the AHF Core Values and Mission stay top of mind with all that you do. At AHF we are nimble and able to adapt in a dynamic environment to assist in providing the best experience for our clients and workplace for our employees.
AHF has a collaborative organizational structure where staff are accountable to multiple leaders.
The EHE Community Health Worker will work as a part of a close-knit team to Have an understanding of the EHE Guidelines/Standards in Miami-Dade; you will collaborate with the Medical Care Management team, the Healthcare Center, Provider(s), and team and outside resources so each client receives access to available resources and the support required to be successful with their medical care.
Licenses and Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health specializing in Community Health, Social Services, Social Work, or a related field preferred. Current HIV Testing Counselor Certification with a minimum of 6 months of work experience.Bilingual (Spanish/English) or (Creole/English) are preferred.Ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to travel locally up to 90% of the time.Sensitivity to the issues surrounding HIV and AIDS. Must have reliable transportation and proof of insurance.Must be able to drive a 26” Mobile ClinicMust be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed. Skill in communicating openly on sexual topics without prejudice or judgment.
AHF Commitment
We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.
