Health Models Coordinator

Health Models Coordinator Acadiana CARES, in conjunction with the Louisiana Office of Public Health-STI/HIV/HCV Program (OPH-SHHP), is seeking a Health Models Program Monitor who will oversee a pay-patient for performance incentive program. The Health Models Program Monitor will coordinate, monitor, and expand the Health Models Strategy at participating Health Model’s clinics across Louisiana. The Program Monitor will monitor the progress of Health Models clinics, train program staff, oversee budgets, and audit all programmatic activities. Major Areas of Responsibility Monitor Health Models Clinics (9) monthly report and invoices for program approval and reimbursements. Conduct regular in person quality assurance and technical assistance site visits with each Health Models clinic in each of the required regions quarterly and as needed; Ensure chart audits are conducted quarterly or as needed, along with the Data Manager and the Prevention Program Manager. Act as point person and maintain close communication with all Health Models clinics staff for monthly progress, accountability, best practices, technical assistance, identifying and overcoming barriers and other relevant project objectives; Review quarterly and annual data with clinics, in conjunction with the Data Manager; Monitor contracts of the participating Health Models clinics; Monitor all existing program budgets for any annual revisions needed with assistance from the Prevention Program Manager. Keep current and update the Health Models Strategy Guide and Protocol as needed; Ensure all Health Models clinics’ staff and Health Models Coordinators are trained on each of the project’s protocols, medication management, treatment adherence methodologies and other required trainings as it relates to Health Models activities; Interpret and provide context of program outcomes in all relevant grant reports required for Health Models funding; Develop presentations to disseminate program outcomes to appropriate audiences (internally, conferences, webinars, etc.); Other duties as assigned and needed. Job Requirements Excellent skills in community engagement, facilitation, quality assurance and policy and procedure development; General knowledge of HIV/AIDS transmission; medication adherence; Experience working with people co-infected with HIV; program implementation, contract monitoring, HIV Counseling and Testing; Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access electronic health records; Intermediate-level knowledge of biostatistics analytic programs (ex. SAS). Education and Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Health Education/Health Promotion, Public Health, Public Administration, Sociology, Psychology or closely related field. Two (2) years of relevant professional experience. Intermediate level data informatics systems knowledge. Must have strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS and program implementation. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, managers, and other professionals and the general public. Must use adequate diplomacy in communications among internal and external agency staff members and others. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to work in multi-tasking situations. Preferred Master’s degree in Health Education/Health Promotion, Public Health, Public Administration, Sociology, Psychology or related field, and at least one year related experience. Physical and Mental Demands Incumbent should be able to operate a personal computer; Incumbent should be able to read and interpret policy and research; material relating to development and coordination of Health Models strategies; Incumbent should be able to observe and assess programs and services; Incumbent should be able to formulate and communicate action plans, schedules, time lines, etc. related to project activities; Incumbent must have the ability to function in a high pressure environment and to meet stringent deadlines in completing tasks and projects; Incumbent may be required to sit for extended periods of time; Statewide and some national travel required; Public speaking required; Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds and walk at least 2-3 miles periodically; Superior verbal and written communication skills; Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for regional and statewide travel. EOE/AA Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr STI HIV Hepatitis Program