Job Description
Job Description
V-Tech Solutions, Inc.
Position Title: Hepatitis Peer Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Position Overview
V-Tech Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hepatitis Peer Specialist to support community-based outreach, education, and linkage to care services. This role focuses on engaging hard-to-reach populations and connecting individuals to vital health and wellness resources.
Roles and Responsibilities
Peer Assignment and Training
- Participate in training provided by DC Health for peers with lived experience in recovery or health navigation.
- Work directly within community-based organizations (CBOs) to support program goals. Serve as a bridge between clinical services and underserved populations.
- Hepatitis Peers are integrated into CBOs to bridge the gap between clinical services and hard-toreach population
Outreach and Participant Enrollment
- Identify and engage potential participants within and outside assigned agencies.
- Provide basic education on HIV, HCV (Hepatitis C), and STIs.
- Conduct outreach activities to increase awareness and program participation.
- Assist with enrollment of eligible participants into services and programs.
Linkage to Care and Follow-Up
- Based on testing and assessment results, refer participants to HCV-related health and wellness services and other community resources.
- Develop individualized client care plans to ensure ongoing support.
- Maintain consistent contact with participants through in-person visits, drop-ins, email, and phone call
- Accompany clients to clinics, community agencies, or home visits alongside nurses, as needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records and submit monthly reports to DC Health in a timely manner.
Program Administration
- Follow all agency policies and procedures, including maintaining strict confidentiality of participant and organizational information.
- Attend and actively participate in required training and bi-weekly team meetings.
Qualifications
- Lived experience in recovery, healthcare navigation, or community outreach preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse and underserved populations.
- Organizational skills with attention to detail for documentation and reporting.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.