Program Assistant - NHBS

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Title: Program Assistant - NHBS

$22.64 - $29.50 / Posted Thru: 4-29-24

Limited Term Thru: 12-31-24

Location: Hybrid - Detroit, MI Office

Purpose: The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Bureau of HIV and STI Programs (BHSP) conducts routine surveillance for the prevention and detection of HIV in the state. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is funding MDHHS to conduct the NHBS Project (National HIV Behavioral Surveillance), a comprehensive system for bio-behavioral surveillance conducted since 2003 in populations disproportionately affected by HIV. NHBS collects data on behavioral risk factors for HIV (e.g., sexual behaviors, drug use), HIV testing behaviors, receipt of prevention services, and use of prevention strategies (e.g., condoms, PrEP). All NHBS participants are offered an anonymous HIV test. The NHBS Program Assistant's primary duties are to attend NHBS data collection events and serve as lead interviewer of recruited participants. This position will also be expected to assist the NHBS project staff in preparing and transporting project supplies to field sites, data entry, preparing and shipping specimens, attend all required staff meetings, and assist in other duties as needed. This is a contract position, which is supported by a federal grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and ends December 2024.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform study interviews.
• Assist with preparation of supplies, materials, and equipment at recruitment events/field sites.
• Assist field supervisor at recruitment events/field sites.
• Assist with recruitment of special populations.
• Complete data entry daily.
• Attend all staff meetings and participate in activities within the Quality, Evaluation and Epidemiology Section as required.
• Always represent the best interests of MDHHS and MPHI.
• Additional duties as needed.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience: Experience working with diverse populations. Basic computer skills, e.g., MS Office Suite. Familiarity in HIV/AIDS, research, and/or survey administration.

Important Skills and Characteristics:

• Ability to establish and maintain relationships that yield positive support and involvement in research activities.
• Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including evenings.
• Willingness to conduct duties at sites located throughout the target areas.
• Ability to engage participants in research activities and commitment to regarding participants with courtesy and respect.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements: This position will be both in-person at sites across Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne Counties as well as remote for certain meetings. Travel will be required to scheduled field sites. Occasional travel to the office located at Lansing may be required.

IMPACT ON PROJECTS, SERVICES AND OPERATIONS: Performs as a critical member of a team of professionals working to prevent and control HIV and ensuring access to and retention within care for persons in Michigan infected with HIV.

"For purposes of employment standards, this classification is "Non-Exempt" from overtime provisions of the fair Labor Standards Act."

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