Community Engagement Specialist - Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio

Community Engagement Specialist

Full Time Days/8am-5pm/$21-$22 per hour based on experience

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking a Community Engagement Specialist for LSS Health Center (formerly Health Center at Faith Mission) in Columbus, Ohio. LSS Health Center is here to provide quality, easily accessible, and comprehensive care to all regardless of income or insurance status with dignity and compassion.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as the Community Engagement Specialist with Lutheran Social Services?

• Provides education regarding chronic illness and disease states to patients and their families to increase compliance with treatment protocols.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and other professional development opportunities relevant to HIV outreach and public health.
• Host workshops, health fairs, and community events to educate individuals and groups about HIV, STI prevention, and available health services.
• Work with healthcare providers, social service organizations, and other stakeholders to coordinate services and referrals.
• Promote anti-stigma campaigns and advocate for community acceptance of individuals living with HIV.
• Coordinates patient care with other members of the healthcare team, including primary care, mental health, dental, vision, behavioral health, and health education.
• Conducts assessments to determine patients' needs and preferences (e.g., PRAPARE).
• Conducts HIV Point of Care testing on site and at community events
• Enrolls patients into Patient Assistance Payment Interventions (PAPI) for payment assistance.
• Submits claims to Patient Assistance Payment Interventions (PAPI) at Ohio Department of Health and serves as liaison between health center and billing department.
• Engage with individuals and groups to encourage participation in HIV testing, treatment, and prevention programs.
• Provide pre- and post-test counseling for individuals undergoing HIV testing.
• Discuss test results confidentially and provide appropriate referrals for medical care or support services.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, client interactions, and referrals in compliance with confidentiality standards.
• Contributes to the completion of regular reporting through quantitative reports, narrative summaries, and other relevant outputs.
• Works with volunteers in the health center to provide education and support.
• Attend relevant training courses/webinars and meetings as assigned.
• Provide feedback for the improvement of the Health Education Program.
• Participate in community-based outreach events as needed.

Requirements for the Community Engagement Specialist with Lutheran Social Services:

• Bachelor or Associates Degree in healthcare, social work, public health, health education or related field preferred.
• Community Outreach experience.
• HIV/PrEP education advocacy experience.
• Electronic Health Record experience preferred.
• Experience with data and reporting.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse populations, including those at high risk for HIV.
• Proficiency with basic software (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and in various community settings (e.g., clinics, bars, shelters).
• Access to reliable insured transportation required. Valid Ohio driver's license, ability to meet LSS insurance standards.
• Current CPR and first aid certificate or willingness to be trained.

As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.

Benefits for Full-time positions* with Lutheran Social Services include:

• Health insurance with 4-plan options!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings Account
• PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
• Discount Marketplace
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community

*some part-time positions may be eligible for some benefits as well

ABOUT Lutheran Social Services:

We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing. LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.