Health Federation of Philadelphia
Hepatitis C Outreach Specialist (Healthcare)
Equal Opportunity Employer
The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote health equity for marginalized communities by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, and comprehensive health and human services. Health equity is at the heart of all our work. We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status. This commitment applies to all aspects of the Health Federation of Philadelphia's employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promotion.
JOB SUMMARY
The Hepatitis C Outreach Specialist will work to improve hepatitis C virus infection and substance use disorder outcomes for people living in Philadelphia, as a part of the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH). This project will use data to care approaches to 1) identify people who use drugs and are living with hepatitis C and 2) connect them with any services or resources they need. These include but are not limited to drug treatment, hepatitis treatment, medical care, harm reduction services and social services such as housing and job placement. As work allows, this role may also provide similar services to people with hepatitis B infections. The person filling this position will report to the Viral Hepatitis Program Manager and work very closely with staff from the Viral Hepatitis Program, the Division of Substance Use prevention and Harm Reduction (SUPHR), medical and behavioral health providers, and community-led organizations.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Responsibilities/Duties
Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, or similar field from an accredited college or university preferred. Relevant years of experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree.
Skills/Experience
Work Environment: Standard office setting with extended periods at workstation and periodic use of office equipment. This position also requires extensive time in the field interacting with and linking clients to care.
Position Type and Work Schedule: Full time position, typical hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Work location is the Philadelphia Department of Health Division of Disease Control office at 1101 Market St. 12th Floor in Philadelphia. Remote work may be integrated depending on City of Philadelphia/Health Department policy.
Travel: Local travel to multiple sites several times per week, as needed.
Physical Demands: Ability to transport materials on occasion; walking to meetings in nearby offices.
Application: If interested, please send a resume/CV and a cover letter Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
Salary and Benefits: Our employees are our most valuable resource, so we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which can include:
Eligibility and participation is handled consistent with the plan documents and HFP policy.
DISCLAIMER
The Health Federation reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Company desires. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, responsibilities and/or skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.