Prevention Specialist - MSM

Job Summary:

The prevention specialist is responsible for managing deliverables as outlined in HIV prevention grants, particularly in the City of Chicago. Such services include individual, group and/or community level education/training focusing on HIV/STD prevention education and development of skills and resources.  The Prevention Specialist will also conduct HIV/STD risk-reduction counseling and HIV-antibody testing activities within the community. 

Primary Duties:

• Assist in the implementation of the risk reduction counseling and HIV-antibody testing program to MSM (men who have sex with men), which includes administering oral, rapid and/or blood testing, as well handling/transporting specimens

• Implement age and culturally appropriate prevention skills-building and/or group level intervention sessions.

• Conduct outreach events and education presentations as appropriate to the goals and objectives of the Prevention program.

o        Complete reporting requirements as assigned.

o        Participate in staff meetings and complete trainings as determined by the Prevention Manager.

o        Collaborate with key community stakeholders

o        Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of clients

o        Other duties as assigned by the Prevention Manager or the Director of Client Services.

Position Requirements:

o        Preferred college/university degree (or enrollment in post-secondary education).  Candidates with 3 or more years of HIV/AIDS and/or other community outreach/education leadership experience will also be considered.

o        Background and/or willingness to work with men who have sex with men

o        Ability to work independently and have basic critical thinking skills (

o        Strong verbal communication skills

o        Reliable transportation

o        Have knowledge and sensitivity about the needs / issues of various subpopulations such as people of color and the LGBT community

o        Willingness to work non-traditional hours