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About the Role
The Osborne Association is seeking a Peer Liaison for its LGBTQIA+ program. This role provides education and advocacy on HIV and other STIs, particularly around PrEP and PEP, to marginalized community members. The Peer Liaison will also offer individual and group counseling, support, and referrals to sensitive providers, and serve as an internal and external expert on HIV, STIs, and LGBTQIA+ issues within the criminal justice system.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized case management services, including needs assessment, service coordination, and ongoing support.
- Provide PrEP and PEP education and referrals.
- Provide education and referrals regarding HIV and other STIs.
- Offer advocacy and referrals to health, housing, and social service providers sensitive to sexuality, gender identity, and legal involvement.
- Conduct individual and group counseling on HIV and other STIs, focusing on marginalized LGBTQIA+ populations.
- Maintain a health education library and resource center with current information.
- Prioritize tasks based on funding deliverables.
- Maintain consistent client communication, perform outreach, and follow up on referral outcomes.
- Record work activities and enter data into required collection tools.
- Maintain accurate attendance and other required records.
- Collaborate with staff to refine the program and meet client needs and contractual mandates.
- Work with other Osborne programs, attending meetings and agency-wide events.
- Stay informed about current events, initiatives, and developments in the LGBTQIA+ community and their intersection with the criminal justice system.
- Participate in relevant meetings, task forces, working groups, conferences, and community events.
- Build and strengthen community connections with diverse stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including community outreach and education on prevention issues.
- Attend in-person meetings for collaboration with co-workers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
- Knowledge of at least one of the following service areas: HIV/AIDS, LGBTQIA+ issues, criminal legal system impact, teaching techniques, or counseling skills.
- Prior experience as a trainer, peer, or advocate.
- Good writing skills.
- Computer skills.
- Good organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated customer service orientation.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Google Suite.
Skills
- HIV/AIDS knowledge
- LGBTQIA+ issues knowledge
- Criminal legal system impact knowledge
- Teaching techniques
- Counseling skills
- Advocacy
- Case management
- PrEP and PEP education
- Writing skills
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Google Suite proficiency
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
- In-person attendance required
Experience Level
- Prior experience required as a trainer, peer, advocate
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $26.92 - $28.02 hourly
Benefits
- Four weeks of vacation
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible work schedule
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 403(b) plan with company match
- Career development through ongoing training
- Individual development plans
About the Company
- The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system.
- Through its programs, Osborne offers opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive.
- The organization challenges systems rooted in racism and retribution and fights for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.
- Osborne is guided by core values including honoring everyone's capacity to change, celebrating shared humanity, pursuing justice and equity, keeping commitments, and advocating with fierce determination.
Equal Opportunity
- The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category.
- The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.