Outreach and Media Associate_

Outreach and Media AssociateStaten Island, NY (oogle.com/maps?q=26+Bay+Street+Staten+Island+NY+USA+10301) • Prevention & InterventionJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionTitle: Outreach and Media AssociateDepartment: Prevention and InterventionReports To: Director, Outreach and Community PartnershipsLocation: 26 Bay Street; 2nd floorPosition Status: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay & Benefits: The pay range for this role is generally $46,300 - $51,300 annually commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid time off (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, and sick time), medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits including employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more!Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI)drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities – people with low or no income, low-income people with chronic illnesses, people with criminal justice involvement, people who use drugs, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.POSITION SUMMARY:CHASI’s Prevention Department focuses on seeking out and coordinating outreach, education, and referrals for priority populations to address a broad range of needs to improve overall health and wellbeing and decrease acquisition of HIV and STIs through comprehensive effective strategies. The Media and Outreach Associate will coordinate, deliver, and evaluate both in person community-based and social-media/app-based outreach efforts to engage individuals from LGBTQI+ community and other priority populations. This position is full-time (40 hours/week) and requires a flexible schedule such that some of the job tasks will be conducted during evening hours and on weekends.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:+ Identify venues for events-based and social-media/app-based outreach efforts that will be most effective in engaging the priority population.+ Coordinate and conduct events-based and app-based outreach to engage and navigate persons into needed services, including HIV/STI counseling, education, testing and prevention and care.+ Work with the Vice President of Communications and Development to develop social media and printed materials to promote the program and engage potential clients.+ Conduct strengths-based, client centered screening to identify the needs of each client in full collaboration with the client.+ Supervise Stipend Peer Outreach Worker(s)+ Educate and counsel persons on combination prevention strategies (e.g., correct and consistent condom use, the benefits of HIV testing and screens for other sexually transmitted infections, Prep, and medical interventions intended to assist efforts at staying HIV-negative)+ Build relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external partner providers.+ Collect and submit to CHASI’s Data Unit accurate data on persons contacted and engaged via both virtual and in-person outreach.+ Participate in training, professional development activities, and meetings, as assigned.+ Perform all functions in alignment with CHASI’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values+ Other duties as assigned.RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:+ At least 2 years of experience providing prevention services and/or sexual Health education.+ At least 2 years of experience performing venue and street community outreach and/or app-based outreach; familiarity with Staten Island preferred.+ Some experience in supervisory role required.+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.+ Must have basic knowledge regarding HIV, HCV, STI, PEP/Prep and Harm Reduction methods.+ Able to create engaging, innovative, and relevant content across social media platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram.+ Familiarity with dating and hook up apps that the target audience frequents (i.e., Grindr, Scruff, Adam4Adam, Growlr, Sniffies etc.).+ Cultural competency and interest in health care equity, social justice, social media, and public health+ Ability to work independently and be team player with an ability to work with diverse teams with shared responsibility and accountability; ability to contribute to a positive, productive, open, and supportive environment that motivates others to perform at their best.+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including capability to listen and follow instructions; able to give, provide direction and follow up on tasks; high attention to detail and accuracy. Be highly organized and able to multitask.CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff. People of color, LGBTQ, women, and people with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.