Prevention Counselor

The prevention counselor plans and assists with hiv and other sexually transmitted infection testing and counseling, including conducting intakes, assessing risk, collecting samples, providing results, and developing risk reduction plans. This role also involves providing risk reduction education, locating unaware infected individuals, and ensuring linkage to medical care and supportive services.

A minimum of a high school diploma or ged is required, though a bachelor's in human services is preferred, along with a minimum of one year of hiv experience, with five years preferred. Candidates must be phlebotomist trained (Certified preferred within twelve months) and possess strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to travel extensively.