Public Health Representative III

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Public Health Representative III for the department of Pediatrics at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Implement status neutral HIV services for ongoing engagement in HIV prevention, care, and treatment regardless of a person’s HIV status. Provides Pre and Post HIV test counseling in various settings including the Emergency Department using the New Jersey Department of Health HIV Testing Standards. Performs pre and post HIV test counseling for clients at risk for HIV at multiple sites. Provides risk reduction education to all clients and encourage repeat testing based on client risk assessment. Provides comprehensive / trauma informed needs assessment to all clients regardless of their HIV status and engage clients in continuous care and supportive services if needed to improve health and prevent new infections. Ensures that everyone tested for HIV receives a PrEP assessment and immediate link to PrEP Counselor as needed. Follows up with all clients regardless of their HIV status, to ensure proper referral and linkage to appropriate services. Solicits customer feedback to improve service and responds to requests for service and assistance. Provides status neutral services and referrals to all priority populations (behaviors putting them at high risk of HIV acquisition, have high HIV prevalence rates, have inconsistent engagement in care and treatment, and/or at increased risk of falling out of care and treatment). FLSA FLSA Exempt Grade Grade 18S Salary Details Minimum Salary Minimum Salary 51988.000 Mid Range Salary 61929.000 Maximum Salary Maximum Salary 72984.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the View email address on click.appcast.io Application System. Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field plus one (1) year community based social service experience. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree. Certifications/Licenses Valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel to outside locations using own vehicle, if requested. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Three (3) years’ experience, preferred. HIV Counselor certification (if applicable, HIV Counselor refresher within the past 5 years) and bilingual skills (English/Spanish) highly preferred. Experience working in medical/clinical setting highly preferred. Experience working with electronic medical records ( EMR ) highly preferred. Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands: Job requires standing on feet multiple hours at a time, walking within the hospital complex, navigating stairs, elevators, etc. Ability to safely operate motor vehicle. Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise. Special Conditions Posting Number 26ST1742 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and #J-18808-Ljbffr