Social Svcs Prgm Coord - EHE Linkage Coordinator

Exceptional Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexibility within our core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm
• Hybrid teleworking options for eligible positions
• Employer 401k Match
• Employee Education Reimbursement
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Worksite Wellness activities
• Employee recognition program
• Diverse workforce
• Opportunities for advancement

This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties. Under general supervision, serves as Linkage Coordinator for HIV Services and is responsible for navigating activities related to HIV testing, linkage to HIV medical care, retention and the re-engagement of persons living with HIV into medical care, treatment, and support services. Perform HIV testing, counseling, and outreach for high-risk residents in the community.

Ensure implementation of timely disease intervention strategies to decrease the prevalence of HIV and STDs. Other duties as assigned. This is a grant-funded position under the HIV Prevention Program.

• Implement the Antiretroviral Treatment and Access to Services (ARTAS) strategy for individuals newly diagnosed with HIV or lost to care
• Coordinate timely linkage, referrals, and follow-up for HIV care, partner services, STI and hepatitis services, TB screening, mental health, substance use treatment, and other supportive services as needed.
• Promote routine and opt-out HIV testing, HIV self-testing, and other HIV prevention and testing strategies in healthcare and community settings.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Prgm. Coord 1 (SSP
030) or equivalent.

General knowledge of HIV/AIDS care processes, Ryan White eligibility requirements and community resources, understanding of the unique needs of populations most affected by HIV, and lived experiences related to HIV care or prevention services. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Valid Georgia Driver’s license with a good driving history.

General office environment with multiple appointments, phone calls, and emails daily. This position does require some physical exertion. May require some lifting, but no more than 50 lbs. Not always a sedentary position; will require some walking and long periods of standing during field work and outreach events. Requires flexibility of working in general office environment, clinic environment, and community outreach.

Local travel and occasional overnight training/travel possible.

$46,632.33 Annually / Pay Grade I

Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.

THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED

Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.

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