Program Assistant - National HIV Behavioral Surveillance

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Title: Program Assistant - National HIV Behavioral Surveillance

$23.77 - $30.98 / Posted Thru: 4/29/2025

Funding End Date: 12-31-2026

Location: Hybrid - In-Person Work Required at Locations in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne Counties

Non-Traditional Schedule Including Late Nights and Some Weekends

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 team in transporting project supplies to event locations, data entry, attending all required staff meetings, and assisting in other duties as needed. This position is supported by a federal grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which is renewed yearly as funds are available and projects are continued.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct study interviews.
• Travel to off-site locations for testing supply pickup may be required.
• Assist with preparation of supplies, materials and equipment at data collection events.
• Assist field supervisor during data collection.
• Assist with recruitment of special populations.
• Assist coordinator with data entry.
• Attend all staff meetings and participate in activities of the Specialized Surveillance Unit as required.
• Always represent the best interests of MPHI and MDHHS.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Experience working with a diverse population, basic computer skills (e.g., MS Office Suite.) and 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, late nights and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to conduct duties at sites located throughout the target areas.
• Ability to engage participants in research activities and commitment to treat 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 event sites. Occasional travel to the office located at Cadillac Place/Detroit may be required. Working hours will be a combination of daytime, evenings, late night and weekends. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE WORK OF OTHERS: No assigned responsibility.

IMPACT ON PROJECTS, SERVICES AND OPERATIONS: This position has a direct impact on the quality of services provided by MPHI to MDHHS. Performs as a critical member of a team of professionals working to prevent and control HIV.

REQUIRED COMMUNICATION

Contact Person/Group	Frequency	Purpose
Supervisor	Daily	Supervision
Internal Partners	Daily	Collaboration
External Stakeholders	As Needed	Collaboration

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

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