Early Intervention Specialist

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all.

As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County.

Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable.

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Job Summary The Early Intervention Specialist provides one-time health education interventions for individuals, groups, and communities.

This position works collaboratively as part of the community-based care management entities (CB-CME) team, members and families, and other professionals, in linkage to care services for members of the community living with Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV). Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Duties/Responsibilities * Deliver individualized HIV counseling and HCV/STI education to clients who are either newly diagnosed or re-engaging in care, through DAP Health clinics and collaborative community referrals * Complete an assessment to identify social determinants of health barriers and thus utilize prevention strategies for specific infectious and chronic illnesses at time of individual visit * Educate clients on HIV prevention methods, including condom and lubricant use, harm reduction practices, and antiretroviral therapies.

Facilitate referrals to a Prevention Navigator for PEP and PrEP services.

* Facilitate access to care by identifying and removing barriers for clients newly diagnosed with HIV or those out of care * Facilitate referrals to medical care at DAP Health services as needed * Communicate information consistent with agency standards * Remain knowledgeable about local resources and advocate for clients by helping them access and navigate community-based services * Access patient protected health information as needed.

* Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all client interactions * Keep Electronic Health Records up to date as needed (HCC, Epic, and other databases) * Meet with clients on a walk-in basis to provide support, answer questions, and address immediate needs * Provide post-appointment support to clients, including assistance with in-house lab interactions to complete lab work and coordination of same-day prescription pickup * Support clients by offering updated information and referrals to insurance enrollment workers to assist with coverage applications * Assist in enrolling in Ryan White Social Services * Connect clients with relevant internal and external resources through timely and accurate referrals * Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills/Abilities * Fluency/Excellent verbal and written communication in English * Motivational Interviewing preferred * Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree OR experience in medical or health-related fields; social work, counseling, nursing, public health, or other health education * Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross accredited BLS certification * The ideal candidate will have an interest in and competence in cultural differences, HIV/AIDS, minority health, sexual practices, and a demonstrated competence in working with the substance abuse community, African American, Latino/a, LGBT communities, health care workers, youth, and/or seniors, preferred.

* Knowledge of HIV/AIDS disease, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) (Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Syphilis), and HCV include diagnosis, prevention, and risk-reduction strategies, preferred.

* Previous professional or volunteer experience working in HIV/HCV/STI prevention or care and/or delivering sexual health education or other behavior, preferred.

* Understanding of how related chronic and infectious diseases are transmitted and prevented as well as familiarity with Pre-Exposure and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP and PEP), preferred.

* Stages of Change and behavioral risk reduction, preferred.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements * This position is on-site at a DAP Health location * Ability to lift 24 pounds.

* Operates in an office setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion, and talking * Requires current and valid driver's license and current personal auto insurance * Able to travel throughout southern California