Job Information
The Research Foundation SUNY Downstate THEO Peer Assistant in Brooklyn, New York
Project Aide
ANNOUNCEMENT OF
NON- PROFESSIONAL
VACANCY
Applications are invited for consideration to the following position
Department:
The STAR Program
Budget Title:
Project Aide
Salary Range:
(Based Upon Experience)$17.00
Descriptive Title:THEO Peer Assistant
Part-time, days of the week and hours vary.
Vacancy
21-36
Description of Duties:
- Work closely AEP/PREP Project Staff to develop new advocacy, outreach, and prevention education materials for the PREP Initiative. - Attend training and seminars on community health, HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Disease, Teaching Skills and Evidence Based Programs. - Provide administrative support to the THEO staff and Peers, as needed. - Escort at risk teens to partnership clinics for HIV Counseling and Testing, Pregnancy Testing, medical services and STI testing. - Co-facilitate evidence based curriculum with staff. - Lead THEO Town Hall meeting/World Aids Day Event at SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Participate in STAR Community Advisory Board, BATES Youth Network, leadership group, and community boards. - Plan, Develop, Implement, and Monitor all social media outreach, including "The Chat". - Conduct recruitment for program (new members and community workshops).
Qualifications:
REQUIRED: High School Diploma with 1 year of experience or college student majoring in Public Health, Social Work, Education or Counseling. Must have an interest in sexual health, HIV prevention or community outreach. PREFERRED: Must possess clerical skills, trainings and workshop development. Must have some knowledge of Social Media platforms and youth advocacy.
Persons interested should mail their resume and a letter of introduction
Additional Information:Interested candidates should submit ther letter of introduction and resume to: marian.searchwell@downstate.edu
Closing Date for Receipt of Applications: 01/01/29
The Research Foundation is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics/genetic information, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, prior arrest or conviction records, or any other trait protected by federal, state, or local law.