Linkage to Care Coordinator
Core
Conduct STI and HIV testing, provide linkage to care and retention services, and offer supportive resources to Black gender and sexually diverse populations in Chicago.
Role type
Community health coordinator (HIV/STI linkage to care)
Builds
HIV/STI testing services, linkage to care pathways, and supportive care resources for underserved communities
Domain
Public health / Infectious diseases / Community health
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
phlebotomy, HIV/STI testing, linkage to care, retention in care, resource counseling, data documentation, outreach coordination
Preferred skills
experience with LGBT/Black/Latino communities, HIV/STI treatment knowledge, leadership, qualitative/quantitative research
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Responsibilities
Conduct STI/HIV testing and phlebotomy; Provide linkage to care and retention services; Counsel clients on risk factors and resources; Coordinate outreach events (ballroom, club, drop-in); Document encounters and research resources; Assist with rapid response support and safety planning
Seniority
Individual Contributor, entry-to-mid level