Community Health Worker/Program Specialist I (Norfolk)
Company: CAN Community Health
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: March 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: CAN Community Health is now hiring a Program
Specialist I Standard clinic hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00
am-5:30pm Friday 8:00 am-12:30 pm. This position requires hours of
work outside normal operating hours including nights and weekends.
Salary: $21-$24 per hour based on experience. Are you passionate
about patient care and ready to make a difference every day? We are
looking for someone who is passionate about serving the needs of
individuals impacted by HIV, Hepatitis C, STI's, and other
infectious diseases. You will become part of our professional team
that drives home our Company's Mission and Values. We have received
recognition for more than six (6) years NPT's Best Non-Profit to
Work for Award. Why You’ll Love It Here Competitive pay Generous
paid PTO and Sick time 11 Paid Company Holidays Paid training and
certification support Health, dental, vision, with generous company
contribution, paid life and disability plans & retirement plan with
generous match of up to 8% of your contribution additional match of
1%. Tuition Reimbursement Plan Other voluntary plans are available
to support you and your family Career growth opportunities in a
supportive environment What You’ll Do The Program Specialist I is
an entry-level position within CAN Community Health’s Education &
Prevention Team. This role requires a basic understanding of HIV,
Prevention, and Treatment pathways. The provisions of this role
include but are not limited to HIV/STI Testing, Health Education,
Risk Reduction Counseling, PrEP/HIV and Hep C Linkage and community
outreach. Provides HIV/STI/Hepatitis C testing and risk reduction
counseling in community-based settings and in clinic settings when
applicable, including phlebotomy. Provides education on
Pre-exposure Prophylaxis to clients and community members and links
clients to the Pre-exposure Prophylaxis program. Ensures client
confidentiality 100% of the time by conforming to HIPAA laws and
CAN Community Health Policies and Procedures. Accurately documents
the provision of testing in the electronic medical record, state
reporting systems and on paper as required. Fosters and assists in
developing new community partnerships through the establishment of
BRTA/FRTA agreements, other informal agreements, as well as formal
agreements, including Memorandums of Agreement/Understanding and
Business Associate Agreements under the supervision of the HIV
Prevention Program Manager and Prevention Team Lead. Serves as a
representative of CAN Community Health and conducts community-based
outreach in various settings including but not limited to shelters,
bars, inpatient centers, resource centers, parks etc. Assist in the
planning and execution of events including testing, tabling and
provides health education as appropriate. Distribute condoms and
other promotional materials to community members and partner
organizations. Accurately documents and maintains all records as
related to prevention data collection efforts. Represents CAN
Community Health at local, state, and national conferences and
meetings, as deemed necessary. Collaborates with other disciplines
internally and externally to coordinate client/patient services and
community needs. Please note this job description is not designed
to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties
or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice. Requirements: Education/Professional: High
school diploma required Minimum 1 year of experience in a related
field preferred, relevant college-level coursework may substitute
for experience. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have
valid insurance and driver’s license. Must be able to pass a Level
I and Level II Background check as required.
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ CAN Community Health is an equal
opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and values the
ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable
law. PI9f5881301162-38003-38159677
Keywords: CAN Community Health, Suffolk , Community Health Worker/Program Specialist I (Norfolk), Healthcare , Norfolk, Virginia
