Position Title: Health Educator

Department:

Reports To: As assigned by Program Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Since its founding in 1972, Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC) has emerged as a cutting-edge provider in the field of integrated behavioral health care. Using innovation and a long-term vision, TTC has combined typical alcohol and drug treatment services with medical care, mental health, housing, case management and HIV/AIDS services to form an integrated delivery system that has set the standard that other organizations emulate.

This position is responsible for Syringe Exchange Services, testing, health education and outreach. This position requires local travel, setting/adhering to own schedule and independent decision-making regarding patient recruitment and provision of services. Will engage in targeted street and community outreach, both traditional (in-person) and internet -based /virtual to at-risk populations. Individual will provide sterile syringes, and other harm reduction supplies, written and verbal education, and referral information for the SEP, as well as conduct client recruitment and provide counseling and testing services, introduce Harm Reduction philosophy, document participant records accurately, and adhere to strict procedures of confidentiality, release of information and data security. Health Educator/Tester will offer and provide participant referrals and linkages for all necessary services with the emphasis of providing HIV/HCV/SUD treatment options. One-on-one counseling, and data entry skills are highly desirable. Candidate should have a working knowledge of substance use disorder and HIV/HCV/STD/PrEP/PEP services. Certified HIV Testing counselor preferred, but not required. Experience working diverse populations, culturally competent and an interest in working with others at risk for or living with HIV/HCV. Demonstrate ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse races, socio-economic statuses, housing statuses, variations in hygiene, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, and people who inject drugs.

SALARY RANGE:

$24.75 - $28.50 per hour DOE

We offer a competitive benefits package:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Paid Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Competitive wages
• Stability and career advancement
• Continuing Education Opportunities

HOURS

8 per Day / 5 Days per Week

CATEGORIES OF DUTIES

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS degree in health or human/social service-related field preferred or 1 year work related experience.
• Valid California driver’s license and insurance.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.