Los Angeles LGBT Center·Los Angeles, California
The specialist will provide HIV/STD counseling, testing, and phlebotomy services while triaging HIV-positive patients into medical care. They are also responsible for coordinating outreach activities and building relationships with community businesses to support LGBTQ health initiatives.
Position: Health Education Specialist II #720042
Program: Community Health Programs
Department: Health Services
Reports to: Program Manager
$22.00-$23.75 per hour, plus $1.75 per hour Shift Differential Premium for hours worked between 6pm-6am
Schedule: Monday-Friday 10:00am-7:00pm
Status: 100%, Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union
Probation: 90 days
Medical, Dental, Vision; also including Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.
As the nation’s largest and most experienced provider of LGBT medical and mental health services, we help LGBTQ people lead healthier, happier lives, by keeping their minds and body well. All services are free or low cost. We’re also one of the few Federally Qualified Health Centers in the nation with providers who specialize in primary care for LGBTQ people and with a research team working to advance the care and treatment of people in our community.
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, provide HIV and STD testing; triage HIV-positive patients into medical care; coordinate, schedule, and conduct outreach events to specifically target gay and bisexual men and transgender clients of color; and create and sustain working relationships with businesses and community members where outreaches will be conducted.
Coordinate, schedule and conduct outreach activities at locations where gay, bisexual and transgender people congregate to assess individual risk behaviors.
Develop and maintain a working relationship with community business owners where outreach, workshop and support group activities are conducted.
Provide HIV/STD counseling and testing.
Provide phlebotomy services for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis testing.
Collect and collate oral, blood, and urine specimens.
Assist in the preparation of test results.
Maintain accurate logs regarding lab tests, confirmatory results, and missing results.
Accurately enter risk assessment data using an electronic medical record.
Triage HIV positive clients to the Jeffrey Goodman Clinic and other community resources and referrals.
Contact clients who have not obtained their results.
Monitor program goals and objectives.
Assist with preparation of monthly quantitative and qualitative reports.
Participate in community/public task forces/meetings as necessary.
Collaborate with local agencies that conduct HIV risk reduction programs targeting gay and bisexual men, and transgender women at risk.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Other duties as assigned.
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, including status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation or activities, medical or health conditions, and marital status.
The Center has implemented a policy requiring all staff to be up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccinations as a condition of employment, subject to applicable federal, state and local laws.
Candidates must have at least 6 years of experience in health education or a related field, along with 1 year of outreach and project management experience. Certification in HIV counseling and phlebotomy is required, as is a valid driver's license and cultural competency in working with diverse LGBTQ populations.
Market context
California Health Education Specialist II roles typically seek experienced professionals who can combine health education, outreach, and project management, making HIV counseling and phlebotomy certification important competitive requirements; this position lists $22–$23.75 per hour. Confirm your certifications, driver’s license, and experience serving diverse LGBT communities before applying. The requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program, saving research time.