Dynamic Program Coordinator at Jackson County Health Department with a proven track record in enhancing sexual health services. Goal-oriented and proactive, I excel in collaboration and problem-solving, successfully linking clients to care and resources. Skilled in STI testing and prevention education, I adapt strategies to meet community needs effectively.
*Assists in overall development, coordination and delivery of Sexual Health & Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Clinic services-including STI testing, counseling, prevention education, treatment/treatment adherence, partner services, linkage to care and reporting
*Assists with the preparation and monitoring of grant application, budget and timely reporting of deliverables; Assists in providing oversight of Sexual Health/PrEP Clinics; Ensures clinic schedule is prepared and verified; Ensures adequate staffing and support; Orders and prepares needed supplies; Coordinates care and implements follow-up; Secures records
*Assists in creating collaborations and partnerships with health care providers, clinic managers, and other medical professionals to assess and assist with service delivery; Provides consultation and technical assistance as needed
*Assists in providing divisional support for Sexual Health/PrEP education, referrals, testing, partner services, linkages to care and reporting
*Assists with community education with key points of service entry options
*Follows-up on all surveillance cases in the 19-county region assigned by IL Dept of Public Health-those who are newly diagnosed with HIV, a STI co-infection or an unsuppressed viral load to offer linkage to care, partner services, education and supportive services
*Documents all activities in the PROVIDE database system
*Responds to case manager referrals for Partner Counseling and Referral Services
*Collaborates and partners with health care providers to assist with service delivery by providing presentations, tabling at events and arranging for shadowing opportunities.
*Provides Community outreach education for referral and linkages to care
*Assists Medical Case Managers with clients that are at risk or close to be closed
*Assists in follow-up with client goals/barriers.
*Tracks linkages, viral suppression and other referrals needed by clients
*Tracks all client contacts through PROVIDE database system
*Implements assigned responsibilities and directs other staff as part of the agency's emergency response for both exercise actual responses.
*Incorporates ethical standards of practice into all interactions, including use of data and information
*Adheres to HIPAA privacy regulations and OSHA safety standards pertaining to exposure to toxic substances or other hazards.
CPR/AED
Bloodborne Pathogens for Healthcare Professionals
Naloxone/NARCAN
Mandated Reporter
Adult Mental Health First Aid
IDPH Data Security & Confidentiality
National PrEP Curriculum/PrEP Navigation Certification