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Evergreen Health

At Evergreen, and our affiliates we value collaborative, down-to-earth individuals and encourage self-expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community.

The Pantry Coordinator/Early Intervention Services Program Assistant is responsible for direct service provision for clients receiving Pantry Services and also providing support to staff in the HIV Early Intervention Services initiative. Pantry Coordinator responsibilities include verification of eligibility, referral to adequate services, and maintenance of related data, charts, and reporting. EIS (Early Intervention Services) Program Assistant duties include supporting team members to ensure a patient-focused approach to care.

As part of the essential functions for this position, the Pantry Coordinator/EIS Program Assistant:

• Coordinates Pantry Services, including
  • Adheres to the Food Bank of Western New York’s requirements for the provision of emergency food pantry services
  • Conducts initial eligibility assessment for all individuals requesting or referred for pantry services
  • Maintains inventory of the Food Pantry, including ordering and organizing food deliveries
  • Accurately compiles and enters pantry data, prepares reports, and accurately records and documents all related pantry business requirements
  • Ensures physical pantry meets all safety and health guidelines including food storage and pantry cleanliness
  • Maintains up-to-date listings of area food pantries and provides referrals for individual to access pantries in their area should EH services be unavailable.

• Provides Early Intervention Program Assistance, including:
  • Provides support with operations including ordering supplies through established protocols, coordinating staff/program schedules, and organizing program records
  • Assists with maintenance of accurate and current data reports, including data entry and reporting-related needs
  • Tracks and follows up with patient referrals to confirm that patients receive needed care of services
  • On an as-needed basis, conducts rapid HIV and HCV testing onsite at various OASAS facilities, following all CDC, NYS Department of Health, and agency policies and procedures
  • Provides pre-test counseling with treatment program patients living with and at risk for HIV and/or HCV. Conducts linkage and follow-up to HIV and HCV, medical care, PrEP, care coordination, and other HIV-related and/or HCV-related services as needed and identified in the counseling session
  • Documents all related patient and program activities according to agency procedures and grant requirements

Qualified Candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate degree preferred; at least one (1) year of experience in a supportive or coordinating position, non-profit setting preferred; candidate must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds without restriction; candidate must demonstrate personal responsibility and integrity and ability to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) in a manner consistent with HIPAA; awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations is essential

Job Type: Full Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Education: High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred

Required Experience: minimum of one year experience working in a supportive or coordinating position required; non-profit setting preferred

This position is posted with a salary range. The actual rate of pay offered will be based on a variety of individualized factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s skills, relevant experience, educational background, internal equity, and market considerations.

What Evergreen Health Offers You:

• Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans for you to choose from
• Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you
• Paid Time Off package that equals 4 weeks of time in your first year
• 403b with a generous company match
• Paid parking or monthly metro pass
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid lunch breaks

Evergreen Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender expression, gender identity, language, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.