Job | Outreach Worker / HIV Educator @ Bronxworks (HCV)

Outreach Worker / HIV Educator

JOB DESCRIPTION

BronxWorks is a large social services organization with over 30 sites, serving individuals and families, from toddlers to seniors in the Bronx. Just awarded the Bronze Prize in the Non-Profit Excellence Awards (the second time we were a finalist), we have maintained steady growth since 1972 and are one of the premier nonprofits in New York City. Learn more about BronxWorks and our many programs at www.bronxworks.org.

We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. BronxWorks is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and service provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The Positive Living Department seeks a part-time Outreach Worker/HIV Educator to join a team committed to high quality services for PLWH/A and to work on prevention of HIV, Hepatitis, and sexually transmitted diseases generally. In doing outreach, the worker promotes services that BronxWorks offers to people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH/A) in the Bronx with the goal of referrals being made to programs for PLWH/A at BronxWorks. The position also involves doing presentations to increase knowledge about HIV/AIDS, how the HIV is transmitted, risky behavior, and ways to reduce risk. HIV education and community outreach experience also preferred. Bilingual skills in English and other languages, including Spanish, also preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

Email resume and cover letter to Jacqueline Best, jbest@bronxworks.org or fax to (347) 821-4433.