What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linkage to Cure/Treatment Coordinator position at Louisiana Office of Public Health-STD/HIV Program?
Linkage to Cure/Treatment Coordinator (LTC) (1)
Lafayette/Lake Charles
Acadiana CARES in conjunction with the Louisiana Office of Public Health-STI/HIV/Hepatitis Program is currently recruiting One (2) individuals for Linkage to Care (HIV) and Linkage to Cure (Hepatitis C) positions:
Person must be domiciled in Lafayette and are expected to fulfill the following duties: 1) Provide treatment adherence services for persons confirmed of having Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) and to connect them to medical care and community-based supportive services, 2) provide treatment adherence services for persons confirmed of having HCV/HIV and to connect them to medical care and community-based supportive services and 3) provide specific medical information and navigation services to individuals with barriers to cure.
One position available.
Applicants must have excellent skills in community engagement and working with vulnerable populations and excellent facilitation skills. A general knowledge of HIV, HCV, and/or STIs, case management, and health education and risk reduction are needed. Additional requirements include experience working with people who use drugs (PWUD), medical care and treatment management, and general knowledge of overdose and infection prevention strategies.
Required: Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a social science or human related field. Two (2) years of social service experience working with vulnerable populations and/or experience in overdose and infection prevention strategies and community engagement.
To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: SHP_resumes@la.gov and Cortney.Bruno@la.gov. Applications will be disqualified if not all of the required documentation is submitted. Please reference Linkage to Care Coordinator Lafayette. Applications accepted until filled. EOE/AA Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,440.00 - $56,160.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- community engagement with vulnerable populations: 4 years (Required)
- supervisory: 2 years (Required)
- working with diverse populations: 2 years (Preferred)
- collaboration: 2 years (Preferred)
- project decisions: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,440 - $56,160