AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at Aids Outreach Center (AOC) and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)!

Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees?

The AOC has been saving and transforming lives since its inception in 1986. The agency is the Southeast’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive AIDS Service Organization.

Today, AIDS Outreach Center (AOC) began as a grassroots organization responding to the HIV epidemic. Since that time, AOC has been a leader in North Texas in the fight against HIV. Annually, 42 staff members provide services and education to over 2,000 people living with HIV and prevention services to over 3,500 people in our community.

Our Mission is to serve people living with or at risk for HIV with dignity and respect.

In our community, people living will with HIV receive quality care, and new infections are rare.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to Case Manager Supervisor, staff provides ongoing case management services to persons diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their significant family members. Duties include needs assessment, developing a comprehensive care plan, coordinating services and advocating on behalf of each client.  The Case Manager functions as the key human link between the client and the service system within the community.  Many needed services will be performed within the context of the client's natural environment rather than in an office setting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete needs assessment to identify level of functioning within the areas of basic needs, health/mental health, social support, addictions, financial/benefits, legal, cultural/language, employment, and minor dependents.

Develop comprehensive care plans, establishing goals in collaboration with the client (including family, significant others, and other social service providers when appropriate), aimed at increasing the level of functioning and self-sufficiency in all areas of life.

Initiate referrals to agency and community service providers, as necessary, and coordinate activities in order to provide an integrated system of service delivery.

Review client’s level of functioning, update care plans and maintain client contact in accordance with the client’s levels of case management need.

Provide informal counseling and support in areas such as:  Activities of Daily Living, Use of Resources, and Coping Strategies.

Document service delivery and maintain client records and confidentiality in accordance with AOC Policies & Procedures.

Report client service statistics; attend and participate in agency related meetings, retreats, work sessions, and events as requested; and perform other related duties as assigned by the Client Services Manager or Director of Client Services.

Complete required Department of State Health Services (DSHS) trainings within 3 months of hire date.  Complete 15 hours of job related CEU or other trainings per year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in social work; minimum licensure for level of education obtained within 12 months of hire date; knowledge of HIV/AIDS issues; knowledge of grief and bereavement; knowledge of medical treatments available for HIV/AIDS; knowledge of family systems; knowledge of cultural/ethnic issues; knowledge of addiction process and behavior; knowledge of community resources; excellent written and verbal skills; adhere to Social Work Code of Ethics.  Participate in ongoing continuing education activities; knowledge of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues; ability to work with diverse populations; ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; ability to effectively handle crisis/emergency situations; demonstrates a non-judgmental attitude toward clients, staff and volunteers; ability to discuss sex/sexuality issues in an appropriate manner with clients; ability to adapt quickly to change; ability to build rapport and utilize a holistic approach to change; ability to use a strengths-based perspective when working with clients; ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries; valid Texas driver's license and proven driving record.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Salaried exempt; full-time; health, dental, disability and life insurance; vacation and sick accrued time off; some evenings required; some travel required.

I have read and understand the responsibilities outlined in this job description.  I understand that employment with AIDS Outreach Center is at will, and that this document in no way, implies any type of employment contract.

We at AOC/AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.