ENDING THE HIV EPIDEMIC COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - HIV ADMINISTRATIVE AGENCY, County
Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, TX, United States
Summary
The Ending the HIV Epidemic Community Engagement Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Administrative Agency, ensuring the voices of people with HIV are fully incorporated in the Ending the HIV Epidemic treatment grant activities within the Tarrant County HIV Administrative Agency. This position focuses on community engagement and input of people with HIV and ensuring their needs are represented in all grant initiatives while working with community partners and sub‑recipients to drive system changes to the local HIV system of care. The specialist will also oversee social media, lead a stakeholder group, and build a peer advocacy program.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and oversees a comprehensive program to ensure the populations most heavily impacted by HIV are involved in the development of acceptable approaches and programmatic activities to end the HIV epidemic in Tarrant County.
Utilizes social media and other technologies to ensure partnership with local communities most impacted by HIV.
Develops and leads a stakeholder group of people with HIV to provide ongoing feedback on the implementation of Ending the HIV Epidemic initiatives.
Provides community education on the impact HIV has on communities of color.
Collaborates with community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and advocacy groups to further the goals of Ending the HIV Epidemic.
Builds a peer-based program to support people with HIV across the continuum of care.
Works with HIV prevention programs to enhance the linkage to care process for the newly diagnosed.
Works with consultants on ensuring Ending the HIV Epidemic contract deliverables meet the needs of people living with HIV.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
Advanced analytical skills.
Knowledge of the Ryan White CARE Act.
Experience with social media.
Ability to use good judgement in decision making.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
Ability to get along with diverse populations.
Ability to think innovatively.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, community health, health education, or a related field or equivalent.
One (1) full‑time year of experience in community health, community organization, HIV prevention and/or services, program development, public health, or a closely related area.
Experience working with people living with HIV.
Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone, and with others; may work overtime and lift up to 25 lbs.
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long‑term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) and may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
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Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and oversees a comprehensive program to ensure the populations most heavily impacted by HIV are involved in the development of acceptable approaches and programmatic activities to end the HIV epidemic in Tarrant County.
Utilizes social media and other technologies to ensure partnership with local communities most impacted by HIV.
Develops and leads a stakeholder group of people with HIV to provide ongoing feedback on the implementation of Ending the HIV Epidemic initiatives.
Provides community education on the impact HIV has on communities of color.
Collaborates with community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and advocacy groups to further the goals of Ending the HIV Epidemic.
Builds a peer-based program to support people with HIV across the continuum of care.
Works with HIV prevention programs to enhance the linkage to care process for the newly diagnosed.
Works with consultants on ensuring Ending the HIV Epidemic contract deliverables meet the needs of people living with HIV.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
Advanced analytical skills.
Knowledge of the Ryan White CARE Act.
Experience with social media.
Ability to use good judgement in decision making.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
Ability to get along with diverse populations.
Ability to think innovatively.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, community health, health education, or a related field or equivalent.
One (1) full‑time year of experience in community health, community organization, HIV prevention and/or services, program development, public health, or a closely related area.
Experience working with people living with HIV.
Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone, and with others; may work overtime and lift up to 25 lbs.
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long‑term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) and may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
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