JOB DESCRIPTION 

Community Testing & Outreach Counselor

Reports to: Director of Prevention Services

Classification: Full Time, Regular

Compensation: $45,500, Plus, generous paid time off, holiday leave, sick time, 403B retirement plan matching, medical, dental and life insurance. 

General Responsibilities: Community Testing & Outreach Counselor will assist in coordinating operations of our mobile testing unit and services, including scheduling, compliance, inventory control, route/location strategy, data analysis and entry, coordination with other agencies and community organizations, outreach, volunteer scheduling and retention, STI testing and linkage to care and services.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist in strategizing on mobile testing route, locations, times, and special testing events
• Drive mobile testing until to various sites across greater New Haven
• Set up and break down of mobile testing unit fixtures and equipment
• Adhere to maintenance and safety protocol for mobile testing unit
• Monitor and maintain inventory of all supplies and test kits
• Data entry, analysis, and reporting
• Administer HIV/STI tests and provide HIV counseling
• Provide PrEP/PEP education and referrals
• Ensure appropriate status neutral linkage to care for all persons tested
• Engage with partner community organizations to provide a status neutral continuum of care to the community
• Work with other APNH program staff to establish and engage Community Advisory Board members and activities

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification. Associates degree or greater preferred.
• Experience working in the field of HIV or public health outreach
• Knowledge of and experience working with Greater New Haven’s diverse population
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work as a member of a team to coordinate programs and services.
• Ability to travel within the region and work evenings and weekends
• Cultural competence in effectively and respectfully working with others from a diverse background
• Ability to work in person as well as remotely and across various virtual platforms
• Experience with HIV testing and phlebotomy and willingness to perform blood draws
• Knowledge of Social Networking Strategies and other evidence-based interventions helpful
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination will be required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred        

Application Process: E-mail cover letter and resume to tim.mack@apnh.org

Anticipated Start Date: Immediate