NORTHERN UTAH COALITION, Inc.

Northern Utah Coalition, Inc.  •  727 – 24th Street, Suite 2   Ogden, Utah 84401  •  (801) 393-4153

For more information contact Sarah McClellan, Project Director

Position: HIV and Hepatitis C Counseling and Tester  •  Part-Time (Four hours per week) at $15.00 per hour

Description:

The overall purpose of this position is to perform duties relating to the counseling and testing of clients regarding HIV and Hepatitis C infections under the supervision of the Project Director.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop risk reduction plans for all clients seeking HIV and Hepatitis C counseling and testing services.
• Refer and track clients in need of internal/external services.
• Conduct HIV and Hepatitis C testing utilizing universal precautions and conform to all state regulations regarding testing.
• Complete all documentation associated with testing activities within a pre-specified time frame.
• Prepare monthly and annually reports in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of all files.

 Qualifications:

• This position requires successful completion and demonstration of Utah Department of Health HIV/ and Hepatitis C Rapid counseling and testing trainings.
• A Bachelor’s Degree is required plus one year of experience in HIV/AIDS, education, or related field. A candidate who has no degree but seems exceptionally suitable will be considered if he/she can demonstrate additional years of relevant experience in exchange for the educational requirement.
• Must be knowledgeable about HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C prevention in diverse communities including among MSM (Men who has Sex with Men) of color, women of color, IDU (injection drug users, and persons who exchange sex for resources.)
• Proficient in computer skills using social media (Face Book, Twitter, Instagram etc.) to recruit clients for HIV and Hepatitis C counseling and testing, and share HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C information
• Cultural competence experience and dedication to serving the population of clients.
• The candidate must be comfortable and knowledgeable with discussing sexual intimacy frankly using everyday language.
• Competency in written and verbal communications.

Bi-Lingual in Spanish preferable