Linkage Coordinator Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Description This position is full-time, benefit eligible, located in Lowndes County GA. What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes unique training opportunities, engaging worksite wellness events, wellness breaks, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick leave, health insurance, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Come join the team that's changing the face of Public Health, improving the health of Georgia one community at a time. Making a difference in the health of our communities is our passion. Entrusted with the ultimate responsibility for the health of Georgia's communities, we are committed to providing innovative and transformational health care solutions.

As one of Georgia's premier employers, you will be joining a team of talented people who are committed to serving and are passionate about our communities reaching their health-care goals. Job Responsibilities Under supervision, plans work of HIV Prevention/State staff to include Health Educator, Linkage Coordinator, and PrEP Navigator. Coordinate and oversee HIV Prevention activities for the district including ARTAS linkage to Care.

Work with internal and external partners to address HIV Prevention needs for County Health Departments and the community. Evaluates programs for compliance with state and/or federal guidelines. Oversees the PrEP Navigator in addition to the Linkage Coordinator and Health Educator.

Additional Duties: Implement comprehensive human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) prevention programs to reduce morbidity, mortality, and related health disparities among populations at greatest risk including gay, bi-sexual men and men who have sex with men (MSM) of all races/ethnicities, Black women and other priority populations at increased risk identified by the Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA). Participate in the OHA condom distribution program targeting HIV positive individuals, individuals at high risk to contract HIV and/or other sexually transmitted infections (STI) and high prevalence areas as identified by OHA. Assess individual and community needs for health education and plans effective health education activities and HIV testing to meet goals and deliverables for HIV testing and Prevention.

Ensure that all clients who are identified as HIV infected be linked to HIV care, specifically Ryan White HIV Care (if eligible) as well as partner services and referral to STI, Hepatitis, and TB screening, and other supportive services. Provide HIV prevention services for all high risk negative individuals identified including screening for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) eligibility and distribution of condoms/safer sex materials. Coordinate a minimum of six outreach and community mobilization efforts and promotion of statewide campaigns through distribution of provided materials.

Establish a minimum of two MOUs with local agencies and non-traditional partners. Participate in quarterly update teleconferences and required meetings/trainings facilitated and/or supported by the Office of HIV/AIDS. Ensures all monthly reports, annual workplans and grants are completed on time and submitted to state office and works with the HIV Program Manager on data issues and needs.

Evaluates the effectiveness of health education programs, Linkage to Care and HIV testing goals and communicates needs to HIV Program Manager, Prevention Staff and State office personnel. Serves as a resource person in health education, HIV Testing and Linkage to Care district wide. Minimum Qualifications Entry Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.

STRONGLY Preferred Qualifications Experience with coordinating/planning events and/or outreach activities. Additional Information Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals.

A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break. Employment Information Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.

DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview

Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.