Massachusetts Jobs

20-40 hours per week

$25.00 per hour!!

Do you self identify as being BQMSM (Gay, Bisexual, Queer, or other MSM) man.

Do you self identify as being black and/or Latino?

If so, then this is the opportunity for you!

General Statement of Duties: Perform outreach and in-reach to recruit and engage men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender individuals of color who are at high risk for HIV infection and who use drugs and alcohol. Provide risk reduction counseling and recommend appropriate screening services for those recruited, including HIV/STI/HCV screenings and substance use disorder treatment. Provide education on substance use disorder, HIV/HCV/STI, and risk reduction strategies. Provide supported referrals and health care navigation for substance use disorder, infectious disease treatment, HIV PrEP and nPEP, and primary health care. Network with community groups and agencies as needed to advance the prevention/education models that are implemented.

BAMSI is a private, non-profit culturally diverse human services organization providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral health, and public health needs. We at BAMSI believe that those we serve are capable of amazing things and deserve our best. We support them in their journeys and celebrate their accomplishments along the way.

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Generous Time Off Package

• up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday

• 11 paid holidays

• up to 2 weeks Sick Time

• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• 403B plan with discretionary match

• Wellness Activities

• Employee Assistance Program

• Career Development Opportunities

*Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours.

As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated, by their start date. Details related to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to candidates who have been selected for employment.

• Perform health navigation services, including supported referrals to address the full spectrum of individual needs and providing appointment accompaniment.

• Provide linkage to medical care, behavioral health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, PrEP, nPEP, disease intervention specialists, and other needed services.

• Work with the Director of HIV Services to develop ongoing strategies for outreach, recruitment, and service delivery.

• Screen, interview, and counsel individuals who feel they are at risk of HIV/STI/HCV infection. Provide harm reduction information and strategies for at-risk individuals.

• Collect specimens (via venous blood draw, finger stick, and/or urine specimen) for HIV/STI/HCV testing and send and/or transport specimen as appropriate to the State Laboratory.

• Timely and accurate collection of data and paperwork completion.

• Initiate and conduct follow-up activities to assess service implication and impact.

• Develop, provide, and document appropriate referrals in focused areas for clients in need of services.

• Provide transportation to persons served as needed.

• Provide and distribute all appropriate materials (condoms, bleach, and printed material) to increase the target population’s level of awareness and understanding of HIV transmission.

• Enroll clients and bystanders to participate in the Narcan Pilot Program.

• Facilitate group level interventions and health communications with approved curriculum as designated by supervisor.

• Work in conjunction with the Program Director and persons served to assess the ongoing effectiveness of the Prevention, Counseling, Screening and Referral Programs.

• Coordinate efforts with other HIV/AIDS, substance use, MSM, and transgender health programs.

• Promote the program through community outreach and information dissemination.

• Attend meetings, conferences, and training to expand knowledge of HIV disease and related topics (STD’s, Hepatitis C, substance abuse, harm reduction, overdose prevention etc.) and be current on new developments as required by supervisor or designee.

• Timely completion of all necessary paperwork and documentation.

• Participate in all staff meetings and staff supervision as required.

• Establish and maintain a good rapport and cohesive relationships with staff, clients, and other program related individuals.

• Support case management responsibilities as needed.

• Perform duties consistent with agency/program policies and procedures. Execute duties to reflect reasonable safety standards. Universal/standard precautions must be utilized and training obtained in areas that constitute risk.

• Perform other related work duties as needed or as required by supervisor or designee.

• Bona Fide Occupational Requirement: To be considered for this position, the applicant must self-identify as being a GBQMSM (Gay, Bisexual, Queer, or other MSM) man as well as Black and/or Latino, or self-identify as being GBQMSM with documented experience working with BIPOC GBQMSM populations

• BA/BS desired. High School Diploma or GED plus outreach/education experience strongly desired.

• Flexible schedule to accommodate evening/weekend hours required.

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, substance use, and Harm Reduction principles and practices.

• Knowledge of area POC MSM and transgender communities.

• POC and GLBTQ+-identified individuals strongly encouraged to apply.

• Good organizational and communication skills (oral and written) required.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work in a team and individual setting.

• Approachable personality and open mindedness required.

• Resident of or familiarity with the Brockton

• Must have valid driver’s license and have own means of transportation.

We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization.

BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.

EEO is the Law

http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment

Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.

Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI’s application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI.

Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that person’s behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.

ID: 2023-6521

External Company Name: Brockton Area Multi-Services Inc.

External Company URL: http://www.bamsi.org/

Schedule: Mon: 12p-4p; Thurs/Fri: 9a-5p

EEO: We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization.

BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.

EEO is the Law http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.

Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI’s application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI.

Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that person’s behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.