Outreach Engagement Specialist

Pay or shift range: $22 USD – $23 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons. Description Compensation Range: $22/hr – $23/hr commensurate with experience. Benefits: We have three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary. Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year. We offer an educational benefit for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and textbooks. Overview: The Outreach Specialist supports the implementation of the Enhanced Distribution of Safer Sex Products Among Priority Populations in New York City contract. The role focuses on recruiting, onboarding, and maintaining Non‑Traditional Sites in Brooklyn to expand community access to safer sex materials. The specialist conducts outreach events, maintains distribution networks, provides sexual health and harm reduction education, and ensures compliance with NYC DOHMH protocols and reporting. Responsibilities Non‑Traditional Site (NTS) Recruitment & Safer Sex Product Distribution Recruit, onboard, and maintain NTS in high‑priority Brooklyn ZIP codes using NYC DOHMH talking points. Deliver a minimum of 100 safer sex products to 140 active NTS partners per month (35 per week). Submit required NTS documentation, including signed agreements, timestamped photos, and business cards. Conduct routine spot checks to ensure site compliance with NYC DOHMH safer sex distribution protocols. Maintain distribution logs and ensure timely data entry in NYC DOHMH’s online reporting system. Outreach & Community Engagement Plan, coordinate, and participate in outreach events across New York City. Engage priority populations at nontraditional venues such as sex parties, raves, pop‑up events, and nightlife venues. Participate in community events such as health fairs, LGBTQ+ events, and testing events to engage at‑risk clients and promote Housing Works services. Identify high‑foot‑traffic areas in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx to expand outreach reach and visibility. HIV Prevention & Testing Provide HIV prevention education, including harm reduction messaging and PrEP/PEP awareness. Conduct rapid HIV and Hepatitis C testing per NYC DOHMH guidelines and Housing Works protocols. Complete required testing documentation, encounters, logs, and follow‑up steps per contract standards. Linkage to Services & Navigation Refer individuals to Housing Works Behavioral Health Services, Medical Services, Housing Services, and other internal programs. Provide warm hand‑offs and ensure clients are linked to appropriate care, prevention, or support resources. Documentation & Reporting Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all outreach interactions, NTS visits, testing encounters, and referrals. Complete required reporting according to DOHMH and contract standards. Ensure compliance with data accuracy, quality assurance expectations, and confidentiality protocols. Other functions Participate in department activities such as Care Coordination meetings, YPS Department meetings, and others as assigned. Participate in Housing Works advocacy events. Assist other YPS programs & staff as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements 2 Year degree in Human Services or Liberal Arts (Preferred). Relevant experience in community outreach, sexual health education, or public health. Knowledge of NYC DOHMH protocols for safer sex distribution. Strong communication and organizational skills. Housing Works provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Housing Works complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws. This position is covered by the Retail Wholesale and Department Store Union. #J-18808-Ljbffr Housing Works Inc.