Alliance’s mission is to provide essential housing and supportive services to people living in poverty with HIV/AIDS or other challenging health conditions. Our priority is in strengthening the safety net in Los Angeles County (LAC) for people caught in the downward spiral of chronic disease, hunger and homelessness. Alliance provides a housing continuum of care for men, women, children, and families living with HIV/AIDS. Because in Alliance we believe in a world in which hope is restored and lives are saved through homes, help, and healing. For more information, please visit us at alliancehh.org
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $26.20 - $29.93 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person will primarily work in a hybrid/field- based setting. The Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person is responsible for coordinating between property owners/managers to ensure timely attention to resident requests. In addition, the Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person will assist the Housing Manager with shared responsibilities for intakes, renewals, relocations, unit inspections, and minor unit repairs. This position does not require the Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person to answer after-hour calls or weekend repairs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain and develop communications with vendors and
Avert possible evictions of master-leased units by maintaining professional relationships with property owners and managers, promptly addressing their concerns.
Participate in agency staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
Work closely with Housing Specialists, Social Workers, and Supportive Service Coordinators to assist with housing retention efforts and facilitate communication among the involved
Must be able to use a computer to update and complete work orders, vendor contacts, and client notes in the agency’s in-house system. Compose correspondence, memos, reports as
Perform basic maintenance to include, but not limited to changing door locks, checking smoke detectors, change outlets and GFI, change bathroom and kitchen faucets, unit turns, painting, and yearly inspections.
Assume responsibility for maintaining keys and key logs in the PSH
Facilitate the purchase of necessary household goods including appliances, furniture, and move-in
Ensure timely invoicing and oversee submission to Supervisor for pay of contracted work.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years’ apartment/maintenance experience required.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience with vendor management required.
Must be able to speak English/Spanish.
Must be able to perform maintenance and handyman type duties, including light electrical, plumbing and painting.
Must have experience working with a diverse
Excellent active listening and ability to model good
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, work independently as well as a member of a
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and
Required to maintain use of company provided tool kit
Required to use your own vehicle to service clients across the entire LA County.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position involves both fieldwork and office work including bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, and moving of office materials or equipment related to client units weighing 25 pounds or more. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. No weekend work required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
Jan 18, 2024
Full time
Alliance’s mission is to provide essential housing and supportive services to people living in poverty with HIV/AIDS or other challenging health conditions. Our priority is in strengthening the safety net in Los Angeles County (LAC) for people caught in the downward spiral of chronic disease, hunger and homelessness. Alliance provides a housing continuum of care for men, women, children, and families living with HIV/AIDS. Because in Alliance we believe in a world in which hope is restored and lives are saved through homes, help, and healing. For more information, please visit us at alliancehh.org
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $26.20 - $29.93 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person will primarily work in a hybrid/field- based setting. The Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person is responsible for coordinating between property owners/managers to ensure timely attention to resident requests. In addition, the Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person will assist the Housing Manager with shared responsibilities for intakes, renewals, relocations, unit inspections, and minor unit repairs. This position does not require the Maintenance Coordinator/Repair Person to answer after-hour calls or weekend repairs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain and develop communications with vendors and
Avert possible evictions of master-leased units by maintaining professional relationships with property owners and managers, promptly addressing their concerns.
Participate in agency staff meetings, trainings, and in-services.
Work closely with Housing Specialists, Social Workers, and Supportive Service Coordinators to assist with housing retention efforts and facilitate communication among the involved
Must be able to use a computer to update and complete work orders, vendor contacts, and client notes in the agency’s in-house system. Compose correspondence, memos, reports as
Perform basic maintenance to include, but not limited to changing door locks, checking smoke detectors, change outlets and GFI, change bathroom and kitchen faucets, unit turns, painting, and yearly inspections.
Assume responsibility for maintaining keys and key logs in the PSH
Facilitate the purchase of necessary household goods including appliances, furniture, and move-in
Ensure timely invoicing and oversee submission to Supervisor for pay of contracted work.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years’ apartment/maintenance experience required.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience with vendor management required.
Must be able to speak English/Spanish.
Must be able to perform maintenance and handyman type duties, including light electrical, plumbing and painting.
Must have experience working with a diverse
Excellent active listening and ability to model good
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, work independently as well as a member of a
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and
Required to maintain use of company provided tool kit
Required to use your own vehicle to service clients across the entire LA County.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position involves both fieldwork and office work including bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, and moving of office materials or equipment related to client units weighing 25 pounds or more. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper. No weekend work required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $26.80 – $31.39 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Human Resources, the Credentialing Coordinator is responsible for the timely gathering, reviewing and compiling of provider application information to be submitted to the appropriate credentialing service. Ensures interpretation and compliance with the appropriate credentialing regulations. Acts as the liaison between the credentialing services and APLA Health & Wellness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the timely gathering and submitting for processing to IPA’s and health plans on an ongoing basis, all credentialing and re-appointment applications.
Sit with provider to complete credentialing application when necessary.
Tracks all pending applications and notifies the Associate Director of Human Resources of any challenges with obtaining provider information.
Responsible for reviewing and verifying all credentialing documentation for providers, confirming consistency and accuracy based on regulatory requirements.
Coordinates review and approval of clean files by the Medical Director, Behavioral Health Director and Dental Director.
Prepares credentialing documentation for the Risk Management and Compliance Committee.
Prepares credentialing documents for approval from the Medical Director, Dental Director, or Behavioral Health Director, CEO and the Board.
Assists Associate Director with credentialing audits.
Maintains accuracy and integrity of the CAQH and credentialing tracking databases.
Maintains provider credentialing files in Paycom and conducts internal file audits to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the credentialing process.
Responsible for obtaining monthly reports from IPA’s and health plans.
Responsible for scanning, uploading and filing of all credentialing documents to ensure a paperless environment.
Coordinate any new training from health plans with provider.
Obtain privileging and competency documentation for clinical staff.
Works with internal and external customers on day-to-day credentialing and privileging issues and requests as they arise.
Complete provider directory updates as needed.
Conduct new hire credentialing orientation.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
AA degree and 2 years credentialing experience in a healthcare environment or HS diploma and 4 years’ experience. Must be detailed oriented and possess strong organizational skills. Possess effective oral and written communication skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office: Word, and Excel. Previous experience with Paycom or other HRIS application a plus.
Knowledge of:
CAQH preferred.
Ability to:
Work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social and economic backgrounds. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and exercise good judgment. Ability to thrive in a fast paced dynamic work environment and meet all deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. May be required to drive to other APLA sites to obtain credentialing information.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Jan 08, 2024
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $26.80 – $31.39 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Human Resources, the Credentialing Coordinator is responsible for the timely gathering, reviewing and compiling of provider application information to be submitted to the appropriate credentialing service. Ensures interpretation and compliance with the appropriate credentialing regulations. Acts as the liaison between the credentialing services and APLA Health & Wellness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the timely gathering and submitting for processing to IPA’s and health plans on an ongoing basis, all credentialing and re-appointment applications.
Sit with provider to complete credentialing application when necessary.
Tracks all pending applications and notifies the Associate Director of Human Resources of any challenges with obtaining provider information.
Responsible for reviewing and verifying all credentialing documentation for providers, confirming consistency and accuracy based on regulatory requirements.
Coordinates review and approval of clean files by the Medical Director, Behavioral Health Director and Dental Director.
Prepares credentialing documentation for the Risk Management and Compliance Committee.
Prepares credentialing documents for approval from the Medical Director, Dental Director, or Behavioral Health Director, CEO and the Board.
Assists Associate Director with credentialing audits.
Maintains accuracy and integrity of the CAQH and credentialing tracking databases.
Maintains provider credentialing files in Paycom and conducts internal file audits to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the credentialing process.
Responsible for obtaining monthly reports from IPA’s and health plans.
Responsible for scanning, uploading and filing of all credentialing documents to ensure a paperless environment.
Coordinate any new training from health plans with provider.
Obtain privileging and competency documentation for clinical staff.
Works with internal and external customers on day-to-day credentialing and privileging issues and requests as they arise.
Complete provider directory updates as needed.
Conduct new hire credentialing orientation.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
AA degree and 2 years credentialing experience in a healthcare environment or HS diploma and 4 years’ experience. Must be detailed oriented and possess strong organizational skills. Possess effective oral and written communication skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office: Word, and Excel. Previous experience with Paycom or other HRIS application a plus.
Knowledge of:
CAQH preferred.
Ability to:
Work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social and economic backgrounds. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and exercise good judgment. Ability to thrive in a fast paced dynamic work environment and meet all deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. May be required to drive to other APLA sites to obtain credentialing information.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $25.00 - $26.92 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Direction of the Food Pantry Supervisor of the Necessities of Life Program (NOLP), promote access to food and nutrition education services to people with HIV through the recruitment and coordination of volunteers, recruitment and engagement of clients, and food distribution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and collection of all volunteer documents that includes processing and electronically filing.
Assess volunteers’ skills, interests, availability, etc., match volunteers with appropriate placements and maintain a roster of NOLP volunteers
Develop and maintain volunteer resources information and protocols including orientation, policies and procedure documents and volunteer related program publications
Create and manage volunteer development and quality assurance questionnaires used by Volunteer Resources
Participate in community meetings to promote NOLP services
Engage community partners to assess opportunities to recruit new clients to NOLP
Participate in program Outreach Meetings to support the recruit new clients and track progress.
Assist clients with completion of NOLP application forms and related paperwork and data entry.
Assist with food pantry distributions as needed.
Acts as a liaison with agencies that host NOLP food distribution sites in the collection and reporting of client-level data.
Enter client-level data into Casewatch
Collect, process and electronically file client level paperwork that includes enrollment forms and shopping vouchers.
Participate in program quality management processes.
Participate in events that promote gain of knowledge to support good health outcomes for NOLP’s clients.
Assist with the completion of monthly reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High School diploma (or GED equivalent) required. Bachelor’s degree in health education or a human services related major/minor preferred. Previous experience in social services preferred. Fluent in Spanish language preferred.
Knowledge of:
Word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and internet searches.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively with a diverse population. Identify and update community resources; operate standard office equipment including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and meet assigned deadlines. Demonstrate exemplary customer service with an emphasis on engaging clients and service providers.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran
Dec 29, 2023
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $25.00 - $26.92 hourly. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Direction of the Food Pantry Supervisor of the Necessities of Life Program (NOLP), promote access to food and nutrition education services to people with HIV through the recruitment and coordination of volunteers, recruitment and engagement of clients, and food distribution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and collection of all volunteer documents that includes processing and electronically filing.
Assess volunteers’ skills, interests, availability, etc., match volunteers with appropriate placements and maintain a roster of NOLP volunteers
Develop and maintain volunteer resources information and protocols including orientation, policies and procedure documents and volunteer related program publications
Create and manage volunteer development and quality assurance questionnaires used by Volunteer Resources
Participate in community meetings to promote NOLP services
Engage community partners to assess opportunities to recruit new clients to NOLP
Participate in program Outreach Meetings to support the recruit new clients and track progress.
Assist clients with completion of NOLP application forms and related paperwork and data entry.
Assist with food pantry distributions as needed.
Acts as a liaison with agencies that host NOLP food distribution sites in the collection and reporting of client-level data.
Enter client-level data into Casewatch
Collect, process and electronically file client level paperwork that includes enrollment forms and shopping vouchers.
Participate in program quality management processes.
Participate in events that promote gain of knowledge to support good health outcomes for NOLP’s clients.
Assist with the completion of monthly reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High School diploma (or GED equivalent) required. Bachelor’s degree in health education or a human services related major/minor preferred. Previous experience in social services preferred. Fluent in Spanish language preferred.
Knowledge of:
Word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and internet searches.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively with a diverse population. Identify and update community resources; operate standard office equipment including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and meet assigned deadlines. Demonstrate exemplary customer service with an emphasis on engaging clients and service providers.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of HIV & HEP C Promotion, coordinate the program strategies incorporated into the HIVE – Long Beach program, which is charged with developing, coordinating, and evaluating activities targeting older adults living with HIV, with an emphasis on MSM. Decrease incidents of social isolation to promote health outcomes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and implement program protocols relating to the operation of special projects and initiatives designed to promote the health and well-being of persons living with HIV 50 years of age and older.
Serve as the point person for HIVE activities in the Long Beach area.
Coordinate a local community advisory board.
Recruit and supervise volunteers.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Facilitate group-level activities.
Participate in community meetings that address aging.
Work with the Evaluation Specialist with developing an evaluation plan and with collecting and reporting client-level data.
Identify additional resources and community partners that can assist with enhancing the level of services offered to older adults living with HIV.
Collect and analyze data regarding program outcome indicators and goals and assess new opportunities that promote access to and retention in HIV care.
Maintain knowledge about the latest treatment and science of HIV disease.
Prepare quantitative and qualitative reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree required and a minimum of three (3) years with project coordination and developing, implementing and evaluating health education programs; knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with persons with HIV; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system, community-based organizations, and government entities. Experience working with older gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men.
Knowledge of:
Advanced interviewing techniques; health education principles and behavior; health and social concerns of diverse populations, community resources in Los Angeles County, HIV related issues, social determinants of health, and aging issues. Experience in motivational interviewing preferred; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission, polypharmacy, health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and community resources in Long Beach, CA.
Ability to:
Ability to: Maintain highest degree of confidentiality; work effectively and professionally with clients, volunteers, employees, and professionals from a variety of disciplines; work independently with minimal direction; meet frequent deadlines in a rapidly changing environment; respond with sensitivity to diverse ethnic groups, and to the issues and concerns surrounding HIV; use Excel or other spreadsheet/database applications; perform word processing functions in a Windows-based PC environment; report and orally present data in appropriate venues. .
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
Nov 02, 2023
Full time
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of HIV & HEP C Promotion, coordinate the program strategies incorporated into the HIVE – Long Beach program, which is charged with developing, coordinating, and evaluating activities targeting older adults living with HIV, with an emphasis on MSM. Decrease incidents of social isolation to promote health outcomes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and implement program protocols relating to the operation of special projects and initiatives designed to promote the health and well-being of persons living with HIV 50 years of age and older.
Serve as the point person for HIVE activities in the Long Beach area.
Coordinate a local community advisory board.
Recruit and supervise volunteers.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Facilitate group-level activities.
Participate in community meetings that address aging.
Work with the Evaluation Specialist with developing an evaluation plan and with collecting and reporting client-level data.
Identify additional resources and community partners that can assist with enhancing the level of services offered to older adults living with HIV.
Collect and analyze data regarding program outcome indicators and goals and assess new opportunities that promote access to and retention in HIV care.
Maintain knowledge about the latest treatment and science of HIV disease.
Prepare quantitative and qualitative reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree required and a minimum of three (3) years with project coordination and developing, implementing and evaluating health education programs; knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with persons with HIV; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system, community-based organizations, and government entities. Experience working with older gay and bisexual men and other men who have sex with men.
Knowledge of:
Advanced interviewing techniques; health education principles and behavior; health and social concerns of diverse populations, community resources in Los Angeles County, HIV related issues, social determinants of health, and aging issues. Experience in motivational interviewing preferred; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission, polypharmacy, health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and community resources in Long Beach, CA.
Ability to:
Ability to: Maintain highest degree of confidentiality; work effectively and professionally with clients, volunteers, employees, and professionals from a variety of disciplines; work independently with minimal direction; meet frequent deadlines in a rapidly changing environment; respond with sensitivity to diverse ethnic groups, and to the issues and concerns surrounding HIV; use Excel or other spreadsheet/database applications; perform word processing functions in a Windows-based PC environment; report and orally present data in appropriate venues. .
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. COVID vaccination and booster or medical/religious exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/transgender/disability/veteran.
P OSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator for the CDC Latino MSM Program, the prevention training specialist will help develop, implement, monitor and evaluate all approaches used to recruit and retain young Latino men who have sex with men (YMSM) ages 18 - 39 into HIV care and biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services, as well as develop role model stories in alignment with the PROMISE for High Impact Prevention (HIP) intervention.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Utilize virtual and in-persons outreach strategies to recruit, engage, and provide sexual health education activities/services to Latino MSM
Provide Latino MSM with sexual health screenings (HIV/STI), safer sex supplies, and resources for PrEP and PEP through El Saludable in-person and at-home HIV testing services.
Identify and link new and previously diagnosed HIV positive Latino MSM into HIV care services. This includes navigation to resources that assist with enrollment into services such as Medi-Cal, housing, mental health, and food services.
Identify and link HIV negative Latino MSM into biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services.
Facilitate in-person and virtual workshops on sexual health (HIV/STI) and biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services that will increase access to HIV/STI testing and PrEP/PEP acquisition.
Recruit, train, and manage peer advocates from the target population
Assist in the planning and execution of peer advocate events
Recruit, screen, and interview role models for role model stories
Transcribe role model interviews and extract pertinent language
Theorize and design a role model concept that includes:
illustrations
photographs
language
Work with internal and external designers to finalize publication
Create a distribution strategy
print platforms
virtual platforms
Work with the program coordinator to develop social marketing materials for distribution via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and in-person outreach.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Associate Degree in human services related field or minimum two-year experience working with Latino YMSM
Bilingual: English and Spanish required.
familiar with the Latino MSM community and experience recruiting the population into sexual health services
familiar with developing social marketing campaigns
experience and comfortability with conducting one-on-one interviews
experience working in a nonprofit environment
experience working with HIV prevention and health education/health promotion
Knowledge of:
health spectrum of HIV/STIs
biomedical HIV prevention
human sexuality and sexual identity
health and social concerns of Latino MSM
principles of social marketing
virtual platforms for community connection and training
Ability to :
work independently
work effectively with divers group of staff, volunteers and professionals
organize stakeholders and engage community building and establish linkages between stakeholder
meet frequent, sometimes conflicting deadlines in a rapidly changing environment respond with sensitivity to social inequities and diverse ethnic groups
adhere to HIPPA guidelines
engage participants and encourage HIV testing and linkage to biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services)
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
Oct 05, 2023
Full time
P OSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator for the CDC Latino MSM Program, the prevention training specialist will help develop, implement, monitor and evaluate all approaches used to recruit and retain young Latino men who have sex with men (YMSM) ages 18 - 39 into HIV care and biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services, as well as develop role model stories in alignment with the PROMISE for High Impact Prevention (HIP) intervention.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Utilize virtual and in-persons outreach strategies to recruit, engage, and provide sexual health education activities/services to Latino MSM
Provide Latino MSM with sexual health screenings (HIV/STI), safer sex supplies, and resources for PrEP and PEP through El Saludable in-person and at-home HIV testing services.
Identify and link new and previously diagnosed HIV positive Latino MSM into HIV care services. This includes navigation to resources that assist with enrollment into services such as Medi-Cal, housing, mental health, and food services.
Identify and link HIV negative Latino MSM into biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services.
Facilitate in-person and virtual workshops on sexual health (HIV/STI) and biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services that will increase access to HIV/STI testing and PrEP/PEP acquisition.
Recruit, train, and manage peer advocates from the target population
Assist in the planning and execution of peer advocate events
Recruit, screen, and interview role models for role model stories
Transcribe role model interviews and extract pertinent language
Theorize and design a role model concept that includes:
illustrations
photographs
language
Work with internal and external designers to finalize publication
Create a distribution strategy
print platforms
virtual platforms
Work with the program coordinator to develop social marketing materials for distribution via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and in-person outreach.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Associate Degree in human services related field or minimum two-year experience working with Latino YMSM
Bilingual: English and Spanish required.
familiar with the Latino MSM community and experience recruiting the population into sexual health services
familiar with developing social marketing campaigns
experience and comfortability with conducting one-on-one interviews
experience working in a nonprofit environment
experience working with HIV prevention and health education/health promotion
Knowledge of:
health spectrum of HIV/STIs
biomedical HIV prevention
human sexuality and sexual identity
health and social concerns of Latino MSM
principles of social marketing
virtual platforms for community connection and training
Ability to :
work independently
work effectively with divers group of staff, volunteers and professionals
organize stakeholders and engage community building and establish linkages between stakeholder
meet frequent, sometimes conflicting deadlines in a rapidly changing environment respond with sensitivity to social inequities and diverse ethnic groups
adhere to HIPPA guidelines
engage participants and encourage HIV testing and linkage to biomedical (PrEP/PEP) services)
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
This position will pay $24.47 - $29.48. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of Care Coordination Services, coordinate program strategies to engage HIV+ MSM to increase the self-efficacy to navigate the healthcare system to ensure access to timely and appropriate care and improve health outcomes. The Program Coordinator further provides non-medical case management to the West Hollywood Community member.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, coordinate, and implement outreach activities.
Coordinate data collection and reporting used for monthly reports.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Complete monthly reports as required by the Options contract.
Implement the core concepts and key components of the Options intervention.
Manage program supplies and purchase supplies as needed for distribution to clients.
Develop level curricula and facilitate group-level workshops.
Chart client progress and reporting through data entry and maintain client files according to program protocols.
Follow up with providers and clients to assess whether a referral was successful.
Assure client confidentiality as defined by HIPPA and APLA Health policy and procedures.
Participate in program quality management processes
Attend community meetings to promote APLA Health programs and encourage client referrals.
Participate in events that promote APLA Health’s services.
Attend regularly scheduled in-service to increase knowledge of resources that facilitate appropriate and relevant referrals.
Provide non-medical case management to West Hollywood Community Members.
Complete quarterly reports for the West Hollywood program.
Attend trainings to enhance knowledge and skills to promote client engagement and retention skills.
Develop outreach materials (brochures, media articles, etc.) to inform the public about APLA Health’s services.
Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations to protect patient rights and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI), including, but not limited to, personal and financial information.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and experience working in HIV services with a minimum of three (3) years' experience working in HIV or a related field of health services. Experience implementing program activities, data collection and knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with gay and non-gay identified MSM; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system and with community-based organizations and clinics. Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred; specific training/experience with HIV-related issues, homelessness, mental illness and substance-using individuals preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of:
HIV care, treatment and prevention service delivery system; HIV pathogenesis, symptoms, approved HIV treatments and clinical trials; co-morbidities, such as viral hepatitis, TB and other related diseases; HIV-related research procedures and structures; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission and general epidemiological tools; HIV testing; HIV risk-reduction techniques; health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and communities most impacted by HIV.
Ability to:
Explain scientific information in simple terms, both verbally and in writing; participate as an effective member of a large service organization; demonstrate non-judgment and compassion towards people, with an emphasis on providing them with the tools necessary to increase positive health outcomes; maintain confidentiality of clients; work in the field with minimal supervision; when necessary, advocate for the rights of clients in medical settings; demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills; and operate standard office equipment; perform word processing and data entry tasks on a personal computer; and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is position is a blend of working in the field to meet with clients and an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
This position requires local travel within Los Angeles County to meet with clients. When needed, the position may require out-of-town travel to national conferences addressing HIV prevention and/or engagement in care.
COVID-19 vaccination is required and APLA Health will consider accommodations for medical- and religious-based reasons.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
Sep 13, 2023
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
This position will pay $24.47 - $29.48. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of Care Coordination Services, coordinate program strategies to engage HIV+ MSM to increase the self-efficacy to navigate the healthcare system to ensure access to timely and appropriate care and improve health outcomes. The Program Coordinator further provides non-medical case management to the West Hollywood Community member.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, coordinate, and implement outreach activities.
Coordinate data collection and reporting used for monthly reports.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Complete monthly reports as required by the Options contract.
Implement the core concepts and key components of the Options intervention.
Manage program supplies and purchase supplies as needed for distribution to clients.
Develop level curricula and facilitate group-level workshops.
Chart client progress and reporting through data entry and maintain client files according to program protocols.
Follow up with providers and clients to assess whether a referral was successful.
Assure client confidentiality as defined by HIPPA and APLA Health policy and procedures.
Participate in program quality management processes
Attend community meetings to promote APLA Health programs and encourage client referrals.
Participate in events that promote APLA Health’s services.
Attend regularly scheduled in-service to increase knowledge of resources that facilitate appropriate and relevant referrals.
Provide non-medical case management to West Hollywood Community Members.
Complete quarterly reports for the West Hollywood program.
Attend trainings to enhance knowledge and skills to promote client engagement and retention skills.
Develop outreach materials (brochures, media articles, etc.) to inform the public about APLA Health’s services.
Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations to protect patient rights and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI), including, but not limited to, personal and financial information.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and experience working in HIV services with a minimum of three (3) years' experience working in HIV or a related field of health services. Experience implementing program activities, data collection and knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with gay and non-gay identified MSM; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system and with community-based organizations and clinics. Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred; specific training/experience with HIV-related issues, homelessness, mental illness and substance-using individuals preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of:
HIV care, treatment and prevention service delivery system; HIV pathogenesis, symptoms, approved HIV treatments and clinical trials; co-morbidities, such as viral hepatitis, TB and other related diseases; HIV-related research procedures and structures; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission and general epidemiological tools; HIV testing; HIV risk-reduction techniques; health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and communities most impacted by HIV.
Ability to:
Explain scientific information in simple terms, both verbally and in writing; participate as an effective member of a large service organization; demonstrate non-judgment and compassion towards people, with an emphasis on providing them with the tools necessary to increase positive health outcomes; maintain confidentiality of clients; work in the field with minimal supervision; when necessary, advocate for the rights of clients in medical settings; demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills; and operate standard office equipment; perform word processing and data entry tasks on a personal computer; and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is position is a blend of working in the field to meet with clients and an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes.
This position requires local travel within Los Angeles County to meet with clients. When needed, the position may require out-of-town travel to national conferences addressing HIV prevention and/or engagement in care.
COVID-19 vaccination is required and APLA Health will consider accommodations for medical- and religious-based reasons.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $24.47 - $29.48. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of Care Coordination Services, coordinate program strategies to engage HIV+ MSM to increase the self-efficacy to navigate the healthcare system to ensure access to timely and appropriate care and improve health outcomes. The Program Coordinator further provides non-medical case management to the West Hollywood Community members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, coordinate, and implement outreach activities.
Coordinate data collection and reporting used for monthly reports.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Complete monthly reports as required by the Options contract.
Implement the core concepts and key components of the Options intervention.
Manage program supplies and purchase supplies as needed for distribution to clients.
Develop level curricula and facilitate group-level workshops.
Chart client progress and reporting through data entry and maintain client files according to program protocols.
Follow up with providers and clients to assess whether a referral was successful.
Assure client confidentiality as defined by HIPPA and APLA Health policy and procedures.
Participate in program quality management processes
Attend community meetings to promote APLA Health programs and encourage client referrals.
Participate in events that promote APLA Health’s services.
Attend regularly scheduled in-service to increase knowledge of resources that facilitate appropriate and relevant referrals.
Provide non-medical case management to West Hollywood Community Members.
Complete quarterly reports for the West Hollywood program.
Attend trainings to enhance knowledge and skills to promote client engagement and retention skills.
Develop outreach materials (brochures, media articles, etc.) to inform the public about APLA Health’s services.
Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations to protect patient rights and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI), including, but not limited to, personal and financial information.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and experience working in HIV services with a minimum of three (3) years' experience working in HIV or a related field of health services. Experience implementing program activities, data collection and knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with gay and non-gay identified MSM; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system and with community-based organizations and clinics. Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred; specific training/experience with HIV-related issues, homelessness, mental illness and substance-using individuals preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of:
HIV care, treatment and prevention service delivery system; HIV pathogenesis, symptoms, approved HIV treatments and clinical trials; co-morbidities, such as viral hepatitis, TB and other related diseases; HIV-related research procedures and structures; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission and general epidemiological tools; HIV testing; HIV risk-reduction techniques; health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and communities most impacted by HIV.
Ability to:
Explain scientific information in simple terms, both verbally and in writing; participate as an effective member of a large service organization; demonstrate non-judgment and compassion towards people, with an emphasis on providing them with the tools necessary to increase positive health outcomes; maintain confidentiality of clients; work in the field with minimal supervision; when necessary, advocate for the rights of clients in medical settings; demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills; and operate standard office equipment; perform word processing and data entry tasks on a personal computer; and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is position is a blend of working in the field to meet with clients and an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. This position requires local travel within Los Angeles County to meet with clients. When needed, the position may require out-of-town travel to national conferences addressing HIV prevention and/or engagement in care.
COVID-19 vaccination is required and APLA Health will consider accommodations for medical- and religious-based reasons.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
Jul 27, 2023
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $24.47 - $29.48. Salary is commensurate with experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Manager of Care Coordination Services, coordinate program strategies to engage HIV+ MSM to increase the self-efficacy to navigate the healthcare system to ensure access to timely and appropriate care and improve health outcomes. The Program Coordinator further provides non-medical case management to the West Hollywood Community members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, coordinate, and implement outreach activities.
Coordinate data collection and reporting used for monthly reports.
Identify community leaders and key informants to serve as social network contacts.
Complete monthly reports as required by the Options contract.
Implement the core concepts and key components of the Options intervention.
Manage program supplies and purchase supplies as needed for distribution to clients.
Develop level curricula and facilitate group-level workshops.
Chart client progress and reporting through data entry and maintain client files according to program protocols.
Follow up with providers and clients to assess whether a referral was successful.
Assure client confidentiality as defined by HIPPA and APLA Health policy and procedures.
Participate in program quality management processes
Attend community meetings to promote APLA Health programs and encourage client referrals.
Participate in events that promote APLA Health’s services.
Attend regularly scheduled in-service to increase knowledge of resources that facilitate appropriate and relevant referrals.
Provide non-medical case management to West Hollywood Community Members.
Complete quarterly reports for the West Hollywood program.
Attend trainings to enhance knowledge and skills to promote client engagement and retention skills.
Develop outreach materials (brochures, media articles, etc.) to inform the public about APLA Health’s services.
Strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines and regulations to protect patient rights and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI), including, but not limited to, personal and financial information.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and experience working in HIV services with a minimum of three (3) years' experience working in HIV or a related field of health services. Experience implementing program activities, data collection and knowledge of HIV-related treatments; experience with patient records and files and working with gay and non-gay identified MSM; experience working with physicians, in the healthcare system and with community-based organizations and clinics. Experience in a nonprofit environment preferred; specific training/experience with HIV-related issues, homelessness, mental illness and substance-using individuals preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of:
HIV care, treatment and prevention service delivery system; HIV pathogenesis, symptoms, approved HIV treatments and clinical trials; co-morbidities, such as viral hepatitis, TB and other related diseases; HIV-related research procedures and structures; program evaluation; epidemiology of HIV transmission and general epidemiological tools; HIV testing; HIV risk-reduction techniques; health behavior theories and models; health literacy; cultural competency; and communities most impacted by HIV.
Ability to:
Explain scientific information in simple terms, both verbally and in writing; participate as an effective member of a large service organization; demonstrate non-judgment and compassion towards people, with an emphasis on providing them with the tools necessary to increase positive health outcomes; maintain confidentiality of clients; work in the field with minimal supervision; when necessary, advocate for the rights of clients in medical settings; demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills; and operate standard office equipment; perform word processing and data entry tasks on a personal computer; and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is position is a blend of working in the field to meet with clients and an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California driver’s license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. This position requires local travel within Los Angeles County to meet with clients. When needed, the position may require out-of-town travel to national conferences addressing HIV prevention and/or engagement in care.
COVID-19 vaccination is required and APLA Health will consider accommodations for medical- and religious-based reasons.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $22.86 - $27.55. Salary is commensurate with experience.
NOTE: This position works a 4/10 schedule. Tuesday - Friday 8am - 7pm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Direction of the Program Manager of the Necessities of Life Program (NOLP), promote access to food and nutrition education services to people living with HIV through the distribution of food and personal hygiene item, coordination of identifying vendors and purchasing food pantry food stock that meet the dietary requirements of the program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze NOLP food inventory using food analysis software.
In partnership with the programs Registered Dietician, develop monthly food menus for the programs food distributions to clients.
Locate new food vendors, purchasing food stock and entering food acquisitions in the programs computerized inventory software.
Work with the Program Manager to monitor food expenditures.
Work with the Regional Food Bank to secure donated and low-cost food items.
Work with the programs Inventory Specialist to manage food rotation and reduce food waste.
Assist clients with completion of NOLP application forms and related paperwork and data entry.
Prepare and complete NOLP client eligibility interviews, including scheduling, reviewing NOLP application materials and making an assessment for the purpose of determining eligibility for the NOLP program both within the agency and by outside referral agencies.
As necessary, assist with the distributing groceries to clients. Ensure that the food pantries are clean and meets health code requirements as mandated by the Los Angeles County Department of Health.
Provide supervision to interns and volunteers working in the food pantries, as necessary.
Provide direction on distribution of food product to program staff.
Attend community meetings to promote the NOLP program and encourage client referrals
Participate in events that promote gain of knowledge to support good health outcomes for NOLPs clients.
Assist with the completion of monthly reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Experience working with vendors and food purchasing preferred; documented completion of coursework in food nutrition and prior experience in community nutrition and quality control preferred.
Bachelors degree in health education with an emphasis in nutrition preferred. Previous experience in HIV social services and nutritional resources in L.A. County preferred. Fluent in Spanish language preferred and ability to present material in Spanish language and translate written material also preferred.
Knowledge of:
Food safety, basic nutrition science and terminology, word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and internet searches, i.e., writing blogs for webpages.
Ability to:
Develop workshop curricula, factsheets and health education materials. Conduct basic nutrition science research for the development of nutrition education materials. Communicate effectively with a diverse population. Identify and update community resources; operate standard office equipment including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. Position will require local travel to NOLPs food pantry locations.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=72493&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Jan 03, 2023
Full time
APLA Health’s mission is to achieve health care equity and promote well-being for the LGBT and other underserved communities and people living with and affected by HIV. We are a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving more than 14,000 people annually. We provide 20 different services from 15 locations throughout Los Angeles County, including: medical, dental, and behavioral health care; PrEP counseling and management; health education and HIV prevention; and STD screening and treatment. For people living with HIV, we offer housing support; benefits counseling; home health care; and the Vance North Necessities of Life Program food pantries; among several other critically needed services. Additionally, we are leaders in advocating for policy and legislation that positively impacts the LGBT and HIV communities, provide capacity-building assistance to health departments across the country, and conduct community-based research on issues affecting the communities we serve. For more information, please visit us at aplahealth.org .
We offer great benefits, competitive pay, and great working environment!
We offer:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance (no cost for employee)
Vision Insurance (no cost for employee)
Long Term Disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
12 Paid Holidays
3 Personal Days
10 Vacation Days
12 Sick Days
Metro reimbursement or free parking
Employer Matched 403b Retirement Plan
This is a great opportunity to make a difference!
This position will pay $22.86 - $27.55. Salary is commensurate with experience.
NOTE: This position works a 4/10 schedule. Tuesday - Friday 8am - 7pm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Direction of the Program Manager of the Necessities of Life Program (NOLP), promote access to food and nutrition education services to people living with HIV through the distribution of food and personal hygiene item, coordination of identifying vendors and purchasing food pantry food stock that meet the dietary requirements of the program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze NOLP food inventory using food analysis software.
In partnership with the programs Registered Dietician, develop monthly food menus for the programs food distributions to clients.
Locate new food vendors, purchasing food stock and entering food acquisitions in the programs computerized inventory software.
Work with the Program Manager to monitor food expenditures.
Work with the Regional Food Bank to secure donated and low-cost food items.
Work with the programs Inventory Specialist to manage food rotation and reduce food waste.
Assist clients with completion of NOLP application forms and related paperwork and data entry.
Prepare and complete NOLP client eligibility interviews, including scheduling, reviewing NOLP application materials and making an assessment for the purpose of determining eligibility for the NOLP program both within the agency and by outside referral agencies.
As necessary, assist with the distributing groceries to clients. Ensure that the food pantries are clean and meets health code requirements as mandated by the Los Angeles County Department of Health.
Provide supervision to interns and volunteers working in the food pantries, as necessary.
Provide direction on distribution of food product to program staff.
Attend community meetings to promote the NOLP program and encourage client referrals
Participate in events that promote gain of knowledge to support good health outcomes for NOLPs clients.
Assist with the completion of monthly reports.
OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED TO MEET BUSINESS NEEDS.
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Experience working with vendors and food purchasing preferred; documented completion of coursework in food nutrition and prior experience in community nutrition and quality control preferred.
Bachelors degree in health education with an emphasis in nutrition preferred. Previous experience in HIV social services and nutritional resources in L.A. County preferred. Fluent in Spanish language preferred and ability to present material in Spanish language and translate written material also preferred.
Knowledge of:
Food safety, basic nutrition science and terminology, word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and internet searches, i.e., writing blogs for webpages.
Ability to:
Develop workshop curricula, factsheets and health education materials. Conduct basic nutrition science research for the development of nutrition education materials. Communicate effectively with a diverse population. Identify and update community resources; operate standard office equipment including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and meet assigned deadlines.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is primarily an office position that requires only occasional bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and moving of office materials weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires daily use of a personal computer and requires entering, viewing, and revising text and graphics on the computer terminal and on paper.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California drivers license; proof of auto liability insurance; and have the use of a personal vehicle for work related purposes. Position will require local travel to NOLPs food pantry locations.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster or Medical/ Religious Exemption required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/transgender/veteran.
To Apply:
Visit our website at www.aplahealth.org to apply or click the link below:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=72493&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806
Latinos for Leadership Excellence And Diversity (Latinos LEAD)
Los Angeles region/Remote
Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator – Nonprofit Governance
& Leadership Development
Position Summary:
The Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator – Nonprofit Governance & Leadership Development collaborates with Latinos LEAD staff, volunteers, and other Facilitator/Coordinators to plan, coordinate, and deliver virtual webinars (webinars) through Ready to LEAD, a nonprofit governance training program. The Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator will assist with the presentation and evaluation of the virtual nonprofit governance webinar component of Ready to LEAD, including training materials development, outreach to prospective trainee cohorts, webinar scheduling and logistics, and webinar participant feedback surveys. Ready to LEAD’s webinar pilot efforts are funded through a grant from the Amgen Foundation.
Ready to LEAD introduces Latino professionals to concepts and principles that promote successful service as nonprofit governing board members. During the two-part webinars (two sessions of four hours each), trainees learn fundamental nonprofit sector and organization structure and operations, governing board roles and responsibilities, and how they can assess opportunities to serve on nonprofit governing boards.
Expertise in nonprofit management, governing board development and/or consulting, leadership development, or human resources preferred. Confident public speaking and/or virtual webinar facilitation skills required. Oversight and supervision for the Facilitator/Coordinator will be the Latinos LEAD Executive Director.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Engage senior managers of corporations and other organizations to support webinar attendance by Latino professionals. This includes development of outreach documents and materials such as email templates, infographics, and introductory meeting discussion points. Key to gaining this support will be developing relationships with leaders among corporate Latino employee resource groups.
Recruit and train other webinar facilitators.
Coordinate scheduling and logistics for webinar participants, Latinos LEAD staff, volunteers (panel members), and facilitators involved in producing and presenting webinars.
Monitor performance and provide written and verbal reviews regarding the effectiveness of Ready to LEAD webinar facilitators.
Develop and revise as needed webinar content, including pre-webinar Orientation Packet, webinar PowerPoint slides, and links to resources and reference materials provided to webinar participants.
The Facilitator/Coordinator must have access at all times to a robust internet connection, may be expected to facilitate webinars remotely, and will either co-facilitate or support facilitators throughout the webinar presentation. A quiet workspace free from interruption and distraction is required, and the Facilitator/Coordinator will be expected to be available for at least 30 minutes setup prior to and 30 minutes for debriefing following the webinar.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:
At least three years of experience in organizational development, training, or workshop/seminar/webinar development/coordination/facilitation in a nonprofit, private or public sector organization or for clients in those sectors.
Strong adult education, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Awareness of and commitment to Latino community and professional development, and in diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and how these principles can be applied to nonprofit governing board practices
Manage sensitive and confidential personal and institutional information with integrity
Superior organizational skills, a commitment to meet deadlines with fastidious attention to detail
An ability to function independently, and to collaborate professionally with Latinos LEAD staff, other facilitators, and clients
Strong verbal and written communication skills
OTHER:
Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools, Google shared documents, and online ZOOM meeting platform skills
Experience with Salesforce or similar applications preferred
Sufficient higher education and/or industry training to meet job qualifications
Part time: Approximately 10-15 hours per week (varies based on demand for webinars)
Hourly compensation is $30 per hour; and $40.00 per hour for webinar facilitation.
Learn more about Latinos LEAD: https://www.latinosleadnow.org/fact-sheet/ Submit resume and cover letter to: searches@latinosleadnow.org
Nov 05, 2021
Part time
Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator – Nonprofit Governance
& Leadership Development
Position Summary:
The Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator – Nonprofit Governance & Leadership Development collaborates with Latinos LEAD staff, volunteers, and other Facilitator/Coordinators to plan, coordinate, and deliver virtual webinars (webinars) through Ready to LEAD, a nonprofit governance training program. The Webinar Facilitator/Coordinator will assist with the presentation and evaluation of the virtual nonprofit governance webinar component of Ready to LEAD, including training materials development, outreach to prospective trainee cohorts, webinar scheduling and logistics, and webinar participant feedback surveys. Ready to LEAD’s webinar pilot efforts are funded through a grant from the Amgen Foundation.
Ready to LEAD introduces Latino professionals to concepts and principles that promote successful service as nonprofit governing board members. During the two-part webinars (two sessions of four hours each), trainees learn fundamental nonprofit sector and organization structure and operations, governing board roles and responsibilities, and how they can assess opportunities to serve on nonprofit governing boards.
Expertise in nonprofit management, governing board development and/or consulting, leadership development, or human resources preferred. Confident public speaking and/or virtual webinar facilitation skills required. Oversight and supervision for the Facilitator/Coordinator will be the Latinos LEAD Executive Director.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Engage senior managers of corporations and other organizations to support webinar attendance by Latino professionals. This includes development of outreach documents and materials such as email templates, infographics, and introductory meeting discussion points. Key to gaining this support will be developing relationships with leaders among corporate Latino employee resource groups.
Recruit and train other webinar facilitators.
Coordinate scheduling and logistics for webinar participants, Latinos LEAD staff, volunteers (panel members), and facilitators involved in producing and presenting webinars.
Monitor performance and provide written and verbal reviews regarding the effectiveness of Ready to LEAD webinar facilitators.
Develop and revise as needed webinar content, including pre-webinar Orientation Packet, webinar PowerPoint slides, and links to resources and reference materials provided to webinar participants.
The Facilitator/Coordinator must have access at all times to a robust internet connection, may be expected to facilitate webinars remotely, and will either co-facilitate or support facilitators throughout the webinar presentation. A quiet workspace free from interruption and distraction is required, and the Facilitator/Coordinator will be expected to be available for at least 30 minutes setup prior to and 30 minutes for debriefing following the webinar.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:
At least three years of experience in organizational development, training, or workshop/seminar/webinar development/coordination/facilitation in a nonprofit, private or public sector organization or for clients in those sectors.
Strong adult education, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Awareness of and commitment to Latino community and professional development, and in diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and how these principles can be applied to nonprofit governing board practices
Manage sensitive and confidential personal and institutional information with integrity
Superior organizational skills, a commitment to meet deadlines with fastidious attention to detail
An ability to function independently, and to collaborate professionally with Latinos LEAD staff, other facilitators, and clients
Strong verbal and written communication skills
OTHER:
Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools, Google shared documents, and online ZOOM meeting platform skills
Experience with Salesforce or similar applications preferred
Sufficient higher education and/or industry training to meet job qualifications
Part time: Approximately 10-15 hours per week (varies based on demand for webinars)
Hourly compensation is $30 per hour; and $40.00 per hour for webinar facilitation.
Learn more about Latinos LEAD: https://www.latinosleadnow.org/fact-sheet/ Submit resume and cover letter to: searches@latinosleadnow.org
National Wildlife Federation
Washington, DC or any other of our offices across the country in Reston, VA; Atlanta, GA; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Missoula, MT; Austin, TX; Annapolis, MD; Ann Arbor, MI; Montpelier, VT; Los Angeles, CA; or New Orleans, LA.
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
We are looking for a Communications Coordinator to join our team. This position may be based in our office in Washington, DC or any other of our offices across the country in Reston, VA; Atlanta, GA; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Missoula, MT; Austin, TX; Annapolis, MD; Ann Arbor, MI; Montpelier, VT; Los Angeles, CA; or New Orleans, LA. ( Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.) Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will support the staff of the Communications department as they develop and execute effective integrated strategic campaigns designed to garner earned media for the National Wildlife Federation across all divisions — with a special emphasis on Education, Gardening, Conservation Programs (including Advocacy and Rapid Response), and Special Projects, including public relations outreach for the National Wildlife Federation’s Naturalist.
In this role you will:
Support the national communications team through the drafting of press releases, advisories, opinion content, blog posts, social media content, and other materials
Enthusiastically pitch stories, interviews, and on-location coverage opportunities to the media and key bloggers even in cold calls
Communicate regularly with staff across the organization
Help the National Wildlife Federation become an anti-racist organization, including demonstrating self-aware, supporting inclusive and equitable work culture, and committing to building equity competencies
Provide communications supports 35% to 50% of time — Garden for Wildlife, Children and Nature, K-12 education and higher education leadership
Research public media niches in K-12 education, early childhood, child health, higher education, gardening and community improvement, identify key networks and key outlets
Assist in compiling campaign plans and presentations
Collaboratively help plan and execute external meetings and events
Help track and analyze media placements and associated metrics
Field external emails and calls from media and direct them to the proper program and policy staff
Provide communications support and other assistance to the National Wildlife Federation’s naturalist, including web updates and media tracking
Occasionally will assist staff with their travel plans and expense reports
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of relevant work experience in communications, journalism, marketing, or related work
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility
Strong commitment to equity and environmental justice
Spanish fluency preferred
Basic understanding of media relations and government processes
Able to work independently and cooperatively; ability to accomplish projects with little supervision
Good multi-tasking and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
Ability to meet unanticipated needs
Effective problem-solving skills
Ability to research and identify niche communications markets in gardening, health and education
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
This position may consist of some weekend and after-hours work.
You should have an interest in marketing communications within the conservation field and must be someone who can manage multiple projects, work well with others, take initiative, and contribute to a culture of quality, innovation, and passion. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary range for this position is currently $45,000-$50,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
May 18, 2021
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
The National Wildlife Federation believes that in order to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in America has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century.
We are looking for a Communications Coordinator to join our team. This position may be based in our office in Washington, DC or any other of our offices across the country in Reston, VA; Atlanta, GA; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Missoula, MT; Austin, TX; Annapolis, MD; Ann Arbor, MI; Montpelier, VT; Los Angeles, CA; or New Orleans, LA. ( Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions.) Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will support the staff of the Communications department as they develop and execute effective integrated strategic campaigns designed to garner earned media for the National Wildlife Federation across all divisions — with a special emphasis on Education, Gardening, Conservation Programs (including Advocacy and Rapid Response), and Special Projects, including public relations outreach for the National Wildlife Federation’s Naturalist.
In this role you will:
Support the national communications team through the drafting of press releases, advisories, opinion content, blog posts, social media content, and other materials
Enthusiastically pitch stories, interviews, and on-location coverage opportunities to the media and key bloggers even in cold calls
Communicate regularly with staff across the organization
Help the National Wildlife Federation become an anti-racist organization, including demonstrating self-aware, supporting inclusive and equitable work culture, and committing to building equity competencies
Provide communications supports 35% to 50% of time — Garden for Wildlife, Children and Nature, K-12 education and higher education leadership
Research public media niches in K-12 education, early childhood, child health, higher education, gardening and community improvement, identify key networks and key outlets
Assist in compiling campaign plans and presentations
Collaboratively help plan and execute external meetings and events
Help track and analyze media placements and associated metrics
Field external emails and calls from media and direct them to the proper program and policy staff
Provide communications support and other assistance to the National Wildlife Federation’s naturalist, including web updates and media tracking
Occasionally will assist staff with their travel plans and expense reports
Qualifications:
At least 1 year of relevant work experience in communications, journalism, marketing, or related work
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including strong attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility
Strong commitment to equity and environmental justice
Spanish fluency preferred
Basic understanding of media relations and government processes
Able to work independently and cooperatively; ability to accomplish projects with little supervision
Good multi-tasking and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
Ability to meet unanticipated needs
Effective problem-solving skills
Ability to research and identify niche communications markets in gardening, health and education
Your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus.
This position may consist of some weekend and after-hours work.
You should have an interest in marketing communications within the conservation field and must be someone who can manage multiple projects, work well with others, take initiative, and contribute to a culture of quality, innovation, and passion. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, self-starter with a positive attitude.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The salary range for this position is currently $45,000-$50,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.