Consumer Advocate
1766
HIV/AIDS
Full Time
$15.00/hour
Baton Rouge, LA
High School
Less than a year
N/A
JOB DUTIES:
• Meet with newly diagnosed and out of care clients to provide peer support
• Provide follow-up to new clients once they have been assigned a case manager.
• Assist clients in navigating the HIV system of care
• Conduct ongoing contact with clients, including phone and face-to-face visits with clients
• Maintain and submit required documentation.
• Work collaboratively with staff to plan and implement client-centered supports.
• Participate in all appropriate meetings, including community meetings on client’s behalf
• Promote medical and treatment adherence and increased involvement with self-care by accompanying clients on medical appointments
• Encourage community involvement.
• Follow all guidelines & procedures related to EZ Labor (clocking in & out, reviewing time card, requesting edit sheets, etc)
• Report any significant concerns to supervisor
• Maintain training requirements
• Projects and duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be a previous or current client of Ryan White or eligible for Ryan White services and be willing to share HIV status and life experiences with clients. Good writing, verbal and time management skills a must. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance are required as this job involves local travel.
Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana offers a comprehensive benefit package to include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403-B Pension Plan, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances, Life Insurance, paid annual holidays, Vacation and Sick leave.
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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