ACR Health is a not-for-profit, community-based organization providing a range of support services to individuals with chronic diseases, including HIV/AIDS, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, asthma, substance use disorders, and serious mental illnesses, and targeted prevention and sexual health services to individuals, from youth through adulthood with the goal of positive health outcomes.
In order to be considered: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and desired salary to Recruitment@ACRHealth.org.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School Diploma/GED and one year of experience working in social service/health care
agency providing direct client related services to diverse populations (e.g., persons of color,
MSM, substance users, mentally ill, etc.).
2. A valid NYS driver’s license and access to a reliable insured vehicle with the ability to travel
required.
3. Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must; Electronic Health Records
systems preferred.
4. Good communication, documentation and writing skills.
5. Demonstrated commitment to cultural humility; sensitivity to HIV/AIDS, chronic illness,
LGBTGNC and BIPOC communities; and a strong commitment to the mission, vision, and
values of ACR health are essential.
6. Effective communication and documentation skills.
7. Experience delivering stigma-free, non-judgmental and culturally-competent services.
8. Sensitivity to HIV/AIDS, chronic illness, LGTBQ issues and a strong commitment to the
mission, vision, and values of ACR Health are essential.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Incorporate best practices regarding confidentiality into all job duties and communications in
accordance with Article 27-F and HIPAA, ACR Health policies and procedures and other
applicable regulations. Protect agency data in accordance with confidentiality procedures
and protocols. Observe and abide by the HIV Confidentiality Law and HIPAA.
2. Provide the direct provision of HIV/STD/hepatitis prevention interventions to the target
population(s) outlined in assigned program(s) work plan(s).
3. Identify rural communities who lack medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) resources.
4. Conduct strategic street outreach in rural communities targeting PWUD and BIPOC communities who
experience barriers to accessing healthcare, and experience higher rates of preventable
hospitalizations, and are at high risk of drug overdose.
5. Conduct comprehensive field assessments with PWUD, at risk of overdose and/or contracting COVID.
6. Promote access to telemedicine, MOUD, and other harm reduction services which prevent
drug overdose from occurring.
7. Provide education on COVID and variants to all persons encounters; link persons to COVID
testing & vaccination pods.
8. Provide direct referral for persons to healthcare, telemedicine, mental health, opioid use
disorder systems.
9. Maintain accurate patient and service records in accordance with the NYSDOH-AI, ACR
Health, and Harm Reduction department’s policies and procedures.
10. Complete accurate monthly, quarterly and/or annual report(s) within agency and
departmental guidelines.
11. Be present in Onondaga, Cayuga, and Oswego Counties networking with providers,
providing outreach services in the community and facilitating educational lectures/
presentations.
12. Identify and develop networking relationships with community based organizations.
13. Assist with the general work of the Harm Reduction department, including special projects
and general agency programs/initiatives.
14. Participate in appropriate and applicable training/professional development opportunities for
a minimum of 24 hours of curriculum-based training annually.
15. Participate as a culturally competent member of the Harm Reduction Services department
and agency, which includes having the capacity to function effectively as an individual within
the context of cultural beliefs, behaviors, and needs presented by consumers and their
communities.
16. Maintain confidentiality of all agency clients as well as other appropriate organizational
components.
17. Maintain all agency and program property/equipment in good standards. Cooperate with the
IT department for routine security maintenance of equipment(s).
18. Perform daily checks of agency vehicle ensuring its safety and sufficient fuel and maintain
real time mileage logs for agency vehicles.
19. Work in a cooperative, collegial style with all other organizational personnel. Conduct oneself
in a professional manner as an agency employee and representative.
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager/Director of Harm Reduction Services
Department, Chief Officers and/or Executive Director. - CLASSIFICATION:
Hourly, Non-Exempt. Thirty five hour (35.00) week; evenings and weekends expected for meetings, workshops, and
seminars
Please, no phone calls. Only applicants selected for interviews will be called.
ACR Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socioeconomic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation, or any other protected category.
Job Type: Full-time