Justice Resource Institute Inc
Infectious Diseases and Prevention Program Manager
Justice Resource Institute Inc, Framingham, Massachusetts, us, 01704
Infectious Diseases and Prevention Program Manager
Job Category:
Medical/Healthcare
Requisition Number:
INFEC003719
Full‑Time
Locations Program RISE 110 Mt. Wayte Ave Framingham, MA 01702, USA
Program RISE 110 Mt. Wayte Ave Framingham, MA 01702, USA
Are you the
Infectious Diseases and Prevention Program Manager
we have been looking for? In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others by supporting our clients!
The Program Manager will provide oversight and coordination to a broad range of services, and supervision to the Infectious Diseases and Prevention Teams at JRI Health (Program RISE and Boston GLASS). Areas of focus include program development and capacity building, strategic planning, workplan implementation, financial management, establishing and implementation of policies and procedures, grant writing support, staff management, and maintaining organizational effectiveness, program efficiency and sustainability.
Program RISE
is a multi‑service component of JRI Health, serving the MetroWest area (Framingham, Natick, Marlborough and surrounding towns). RISE offers preventive health and social services, such as confidential screening for HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), and viral Hepatitis; HIV client services, such as medical and housing case management and group support services for individuals affected and living with HIV/AIDS.
Boston GLASS
program is dedicated to providing a continuum of services to LGBTQIA+ youth of color and their allies in the Greater Boston and Greater Framingham areas. As a leader in LGBTQIA+ youth services, we also provide education and consultation to other providers and community organizations.
Compensation
The pay range for this position is
$63,000
to
$70,000
per
year . The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.
— This position requires on‑site presence at both our Framingham and Boston offices. Occasional travel statewide for training purposes is required.
What You’ll Do:
Provide leadership, guidance and administrative direction and management to JRI Health Infectious Diseases and Prevention teams, including but not limited to establishing goals, objectives, program and activities for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STI, and TB services.
Prepare work plans to address HIV, STI, Viral Hepatitis and TB Screening and Prevention Services, that support yearly outcomes and submit monthly reports as directed by the Office of HIV/AIDS.
Deliver high quality, harm reduction focused prevention and screening services to populations at risk for HIV, STIs and Hepatitis C including health assessment, testing, overdose prevention, Naloxone distribution, individual and group level interventions, and linkage to care aimed at reducing disease transmission and increasing access to care and treatment.
Participate in the design, development, implementation and oversight of prevention services along with the Nurse Practitioner and Program Director.
Identify opportunities for effective interventions amongst the Infectious Diseases and Prevention team, to support clients in the MetroWest area.
Ensure project timelines and deliverables are completed on schedule.
Develop a tracking system to ensure clients receive lab results in a prompt and timely manner.
Ensure the entry of all Infectious Diseases and Prevention data, and other data as required to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) in a timely manner.
Prepare monthly data reports to JRI Health Quality Assurance team and DPH Office of HIV/AIDS.
Participate in DPH meetings, webinars, and conference calls.
Provide clients with easily accessible and low threshold services that operate within a harm reduction framework. This includes assisting clients with accessing support services including primary care, substance use and mental health treatment, homelessness shelters, housing and legal advocacy.
Oversee offsite testing services with the use of the mobile health van.
Ensure Infectious Diseases and Prevention staff are strictly HIPAA compliant in relation to the security and protection of client information from public knowledge or access.
Recruit, train, and coordinate orientation of JRI Health program staff including volunteers.
Perform staff performance evaluations as indicated in JRI's Employee Handbook.
Coordinate team meetings and help ensure efficient team meetings/agendas with other program coordinators/managers.
Ensure effective implementation of current and new policies and procedures set forth by JRI Health and its funders.
Ensure proper recording of progress notes, lab results, and linkage to care and treatment through chart reviews in a timely manner.
Maintain all charts in acceptable and orderly fashion and ensure staff adheres to same standards.
Maintain, develop and implement new team policies and procedures as required to support staff safety, clients, and overall programming.
Help ensure efficient allocation of team resources, expertise, and tasks to maximize program outcomes.
Form and foster relationships with collaborating agencies, the community, health departments, police departments, and other stakeholders aligned to agency mission.
Represent team at internal and external partners for recruitment of new clients.
Assist with ongoing planning of the team's direction and outcomes.
Train and educate key staff on data collection tools, techniques, and equipment.
Train and educate key staff on STI counseling, testing, specimen collection and submission by collaborating with the Nurse Practitioner.
Communicate, implement, and strongly enforce proper data collection and documentation policies and procedures to the team.
Provide and ensure that positive clients are properly connected to treatment, care, and supported services.
Perform other related work duties as needed or as requested by supervisor or designee.
Requirements:
Must be 21 years or older.
Must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Health/Health Education.
Minimum of three years’ experience of HIV, STI and Viral Hepatitis infection and prevention services and administrative support.
Experience working directly with LGBTQIA+, People who use drugs, and high‑risk populations preferred. Strong analytic and reporting skills required.
At least one‑year experience in Health Data Analysis, Statistics, Public Health, Microsoft Office, including Excel, and Data Entry.
Must demonstrate team leadership and communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and supervisory experience required.
Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with large teams on projects and respond to a dynamic workflow.
Must be able to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.
Bilingual candidates (Spanish / Portuguese) strongly encouraged to apply!
Background and driving record checks will be performed.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer —This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Medical/Healthcare
Requisition Number:
INFEC003719
Full‑Time
Locations Program RISE 110 Mt. Wayte Ave Framingham, MA 01702, USA
Program RISE 110 Mt. Wayte Ave Framingham, MA 01702, USA
Are you the
Infectious Diseases and Prevention Program Manager
we have been looking for? In this position you will be able to convey your passion for helping others by supporting our clients!
The Program Manager will provide oversight and coordination to a broad range of services, and supervision to the Infectious Diseases and Prevention Teams at JRI Health (Program RISE and Boston GLASS). Areas of focus include program development and capacity building, strategic planning, workplan implementation, financial management, establishing and implementation of policies and procedures, grant writing support, staff management, and maintaining organizational effectiveness, program efficiency and sustainability.
Program RISE
is a multi‑service component of JRI Health, serving the MetroWest area (Framingham, Natick, Marlborough and surrounding towns). RISE offers preventive health and social services, such as confidential screening for HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), and viral Hepatitis; HIV client services, such as medical and housing case management and group support services for individuals affected and living with HIV/AIDS.
Boston GLASS
program is dedicated to providing a continuum of services to LGBTQIA+ youth of color and their allies in the Greater Boston and Greater Framingham areas. As a leader in LGBTQIA+ youth services, we also provide education and consultation to other providers and community organizations.
Compensation
The pay range for this position is
$63,000
to
$70,000
per
year . The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.
— This position requires on‑site presence at both our Framingham and Boston offices. Occasional travel statewide for training purposes is required.
What You’ll Do:
Provide leadership, guidance and administrative direction and management to JRI Health Infectious Diseases and Prevention teams, including but not limited to establishing goals, objectives, program and activities for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STI, and TB services.
Prepare work plans to address HIV, STI, Viral Hepatitis and TB Screening and Prevention Services, that support yearly outcomes and submit monthly reports as directed by the Office of HIV/AIDS.
Deliver high quality, harm reduction focused prevention and screening services to populations at risk for HIV, STIs and Hepatitis C including health assessment, testing, overdose prevention, Naloxone distribution, individual and group level interventions, and linkage to care aimed at reducing disease transmission and increasing access to care and treatment.
Participate in the design, development, implementation and oversight of prevention services along with the Nurse Practitioner and Program Director.
Identify opportunities for effective interventions amongst the Infectious Diseases and Prevention team, to support clients in the MetroWest area.
Ensure project timelines and deliverables are completed on schedule.
Develop a tracking system to ensure clients receive lab results in a prompt and timely manner.
Ensure the entry of all Infectious Diseases and Prevention data, and other data as required to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) in a timely manner.
Prepare monthly data reports to JRI Health Quality Assurance team and DPH Office of HIV/AIDS.
Participate in DPH meetings, webinars, and conference calls.
Provide clients with easily accessible and low threshold services that operate within a harm reduction framework. This includes assisting clients with accessing support services including primary care, substance use and mental health treatment, homelessness shelters, housing and legal advocacy.
Oversee offsite testing services with the use of the mobile health van.
Ensure Infectious Diseases and Prevention staff are strictly HIPAA compliant in relation to the security and protection of client information from public knowledge or access.
Recruit, train, and coordinate orientation of JRI Health program staff including volunteers.
Perform staff performance evaluations as indicated in JRI's Employee Handbook.
Coordinate team meetings and help ensure efficient team meetings/agendas with other program coordinators/managers.
Ensure effective implementation of current and new policies and procedures set forth by JRI Health and its funders.
Ensure proper recording of progress notes, lab results, and linkage to care and treatment through chart reviews in a timely manner.
Maintain all charts in acceptable and orderly fashion and ensure staff adheres to same standards.
Maintain, develop and implement new team policies and procedures as required to support staff safety, clients, and overall programming.
Help ensure efficient allocation of team resources, expertise, and tasks to maximize program outcomes.
Form and foster relationships with collaborating agencies, the community, health departments, police departments, and other stakeholders aligned to agency mission.
Represent team at internal and external partners for recruitment of new clients.
Assist with ongoing planning of the team's direction and outcomes.
Train and educate key staff on data collection tools, techniques, and equipment.
Train and educate key staff on STI counseling, testing, specimen collection and submission by collaborating with the Nurse Practitioner.
Communicate, implement, and strongly enforce proper data collection and documentation policies and procedures to the team.
Provide and ensure that positive clients are properly connected to treatment, care, and supported services.
Perform other related work duties as needed or as requested by supervisor or designee.
Requirements:
Must be 21 years or older.
Must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Health/Health Education.
Minimum of three years’ experience of HIV, STI and Viral Hepatitis infection and prevention services and administrative support.
Experience working directly with LGBTQIA+, People who use drugs, and high‑risk populations preferred. Strong analytic and reporting skills required.
At least one‑year experience in Health Data Analysis, Statistics, Public Health, Microsoft Office, including Excel, and Data Entry.
Must demonstrate team leadership and communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and supervisory experience required.
Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with large teams on projects and respond to a dynamic workflow.
Must be able to work independently and manage multiple projects at once.
Bilingual candidates (Spanish / Portuguese) strongly encouraged to apply!
Background and driving record checks will be performed.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer —This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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