Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Public Health Representative I

Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department NJMS - Pediatrics Adolescent M

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Public Health Representative I in the Department of Pediatrics within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS).

The Public Health Rep I is the bridge between the HIV programs and Family Planning. Supports the Division of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine (DAYAM) in meeting the health care needs of adolescents & young adults, as part of a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers. They will serve as lead HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Counselor. Responsible for community engagement and education on sexual and reproductive health. Promotes public awareness of Family Planning, HIV, and STI for prevention and improved public health status. They will work closely with staff to implement and facilitate the Youth Advisory Board (YAB).

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provide clients with PrEP and Family Planning (sexual & reproductive health) education counseling. Offer PrEP and Family Planning services to high-risk clients and link to services.
• Works closely with the Program Coordinator to identify soft sites and mobile unit accessible locations, targeting 10% PrEP eligible population, interacting with community agencies and establish collaborative relationships.
• Provides HIV counseling and testing primarily on site, and on the mobile unit as needed, including appropriately obtaining and managing specimens (preparing, labeling, completing forms, transporting to laboratories, and maintaining logs.
• Applies the CDC’s Social Networking Strategy utilized to recruit clients for program participation and referrals for HIV testing.
• Provides evidenced-based education to the community on HIV, STIs, Family Planning, Adolescent Health, and other hot topics through outreach and engagement activities.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 24S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 72607.000

Mid Range Salary 88194.000

Maximum Salary 103780.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description CWA 1031

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or a related area plus three (3) years of experience in public health or research program.
• Equivalent experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for the education requirement.

Certifications/Licenses

• Must obtain the Phlebotomist certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Valid standard driver’s license required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough working knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends if needed.
• Must be able/willing to learn to drive mobile unit.
• Basic computer skills needed for Microsoft applications.
• Must have completed or be eligible to successfully complete a Defensive Driving Training Course

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior completion of the NJDHSS HIV Prevention Counseling Course Series preferred. Prior experience on a mobile unit environment preferred.
• Three (3) years performing HIV counseling, testing, and referral or in a related testing/prevention outreach service preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing. No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift or exert force up to twenty (20) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment and outreach in the community.
• Moderate noise.
• Must demonstrate customer friendly behavior and promote the university’s philosophy and activities with all clients and staff and conduct all client-care activities with respect for the client’s privacy and right to confidentiality and autonomy.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 26ST0388

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

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