BronxWorks Positive Living ProgramBronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.BronxWorks Positive Living provides services to improve the well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Illnesses, and Hepatitis C.
In addition, the program provides HIV & Hepatitis C rapid testing as well as health education groups to the community. Our team is dedicated to helping you to live your Best Life.QualificationsPrefer at least one year of experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS. Prefer one year of experience doing HIV rapid testing and Hepatitis C rapid testing, although training will be provided.Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma.
BA preferred.Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.Food Protection Certificate Preferred.Proficiency in modern business communications, including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, and facsimile and copier equipment.Valid NYS Driver's License is REQUIRED!Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide direct services and prevention education clients living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH/A) and people who are at high risk for contracting HIV, sexually transmitted illnesses (STI's) and Hepatitis C, including people engaging in high-risk sexual behavior and intravenous drug users.Manage a caseloadAdminister HIV and HCV TestingMaintain familiarity with program resources available on- and off-siteAct as a program contact person for inquiries concerning clientsFacilitate evidence-based interventions, including, Healthy Conversations, Healthy Relationships and VOICES/VOCES.Provide education and increase awareness about PrEP and PEP and provide referrals to individuals in need of this service.Coordinate client services with other social services, mental health, substance use, medical and other providers through referral based program.Drive agency medical van to specified testing and outreach locations for the purpose of conducting testing and outreach responsibilitiesFill the vehicle with gas when needed.Notify supervisor of vehicle maintenance problems as they arise.Refer and link clients to medical providerComplete intake, risk assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy, and counseling.Conduct Outreach.Responsible for receiving dating and storing all food deliveries.Packing and distributing food packages to clients.Sorting food items, stocking shelves, checking for expiration dates and discarding expired items.Prepare and conduct educational workshops and presentations.Monitor and document client progress toward service plan goals.Provide weekly and monthly reportsReport to, and meet with supervisor monthlyPerform additional duties as assigned.SkillsExcellent communication, writing and interpersonal skillsAbility to use a computer for prolonged periodsAbility to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 poundsAbility to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of timeAbility to climb five flights of stairs, if requiredAbility to bend and retrieve objects and/or documentsAbility to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportationAbility to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weatherBronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination.
We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact
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