Position Summary:

Under supervision (reports to) of the Program Manager, assesses individuals living with HIV/AIDS for problems and needs with a focus on improving health outcomes in the HIV care continuum. Performs Medical Case Management duties including, but not limited to coordination of services and follow-up of medical care. Provides patient education and counseling, advises healthcare providers, and makes necessary referrals for other social services. This job is a grant funded position under the Ryan White Part A program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Master Social Worker
• Previous experience in medical case management or care coordination.
• Must abide by NASW Code of Ethics

Preferred:

Typical Physical Demands:

Requires normal visual acuity and hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, and other equipment. May require sitting for prolonged periods of time during patient appointments and documentation. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 10 pounds.

Typical Working Conditions:

Administrative and medical office environment with potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic and others substances common to clinic environment. May involve work under stress in emergency situations or during irregular hours.

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