Prevention Specialist

Vivent Health
Madison, WI
Category Social Services
Job Description
We are seeking a Prevention Specialist to provide anonymous and confidential testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, syphilis, and other sexually transmitted infections (STI). The ideal candidate will have experience working with HIV/AIDS, PrEP, and alcohol and other drug (AODA) issues, and be able to provide prevention education services and engage in syringe access programming. Vivent Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, 401k with 100% employer match, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

  • Conduct confidential and anonymous HIV, HCV, syphilis, and STI testing (where applicable), counselling, and referral (CTR) in accordance with state guidelines.
  • Establish and implement CTR sites for priority populations.
  • Distribute approved education materials, safer sex materials, and/or safer injection supplies.
  • Conduct one-on-one educational sessions and assessments with clients, including referrals for internal and external services (e.g., pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), treatment, housing, and employment).
  • Perform regular outreach to bars, barber shops, treatment and recovery centers, and other venues frequented by priority populations.
  • Plan and participate in community events, such as Pride Fest, that engage priority populations.
  • Document all services and activities utilizing established internal data systems and develop public and private grant reports as required.
  • Regularly report to the supervisor on all activities through biweekly personal management interviews (PMI).
  • Implement special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employer Subsidized Medical
  • Dental, Vision, and Gender-Affirming Care Benefits
  • Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Certification and Licensure Assistance
  • Public Student Loan Forgiveness
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