Senior Linkage to Care Coordinator
The University of Chicago

Department
BSD MED - Infectious Diseases - Chicago Center HIV Elimination - Health Care

About the Department
The Chicago Center of HIV Elimination, embedded within the University of Chicago's main campus in Hyde Park, is located in Chicago's HIV epicenter. Of the 20 neighborhoods in the city with high annual HIV diagnosis rates (greater than 40 per 100,000), 13 of them are no more than eight miles from the University of Chicago. This area includes 4 of the 6 communities with the highest annual diagnosis rates in the city (Washington Park, West Englewood, Greater Grand Crossing and South Shore). Our position within the hardest hit neighborhoods in Chicago provides unique opportunities to advance HIV testing and prevention interventions locally, providing tangible results to those most affected and to improve the lives of those living with and without HIV infection.

CCHE seeks to eliminate new HIV transmission events over the next 30 years (from 2011 to 2041) by using network science to target and integrate prevention as well as create structural and community-specific interventions.

Job Summary
The Senior Linkage to Care Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing reporting, task management and coordination of linkage to care coordination and programming for patients who screen positive for STIs and refer them for STI treatment and HIV preventative care.

This role will be a part of the HIV-Prevention and Care Team within the Section of Infectious Diseases and will work with a variety of clients who are referred for additional assistance. They will be involved in working with clients over the phone and in person. This candidate will also assist with day to day Supportive Services tasks.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for result notification, explanation of treatment options, partner elicitation and linkage/engagement in care for those who are diagnosed with an STI and at increased vulnerability for HIV.
  
• Complete weekly reporting responsibilities and is expected to maintain their own caseloads.
  
• Spearhead our program to connect individuals who are screened in the emergency department who are diagnosed with an STI and may benefit from education or linkage to PrEP.
  
• Develop outreach program and protocols, lead patient care coordination, support training new staff, and mentor and task supervise students.
  
• Responsible for managing linkage to care for their caseload and following the fidelity monitoring protocols in data collection and documentation.
  
• Actively pursue required knowledge and skills for professional development, stay informed about the resources available on the south side of Chicago that serve our population, and inform the team about opportunities for collaboration.
  
• Performs for all tasks in complex clinical studies.
  
• Performs various administrative and operational tasks under moderate supervision. Acts as a resource on the basics of clinical research and related aspects of clinical study for other clinical research staff.
  
• Performs other related work as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience working with and/or providing care HIV affected populations, Black and Latino community members providing case management.
  

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Access and Word.
  

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
  
• Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  
• Flexibility.
  
• Creativity.
  
• Manage stressful situations.
  
• Maintain confidentiality.
  
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
  

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to various community venues across the metropolitan area.
  

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
  
• Cover Letter (required)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
Research

Role Impact
Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Pay Range
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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