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HIV Prevention Specialist

CompanyFamily Centers
LocationStamford
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 29, 2026
About The Company
Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering education, health and human services to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. More than 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers work together to provide a wide range of responsive, innovative programs. Through our three Centers of Excellence, children, adults, families and communities receive the care, encouragement and resources needed to realize their potential. Our network delivery network includes 21 licensed facilities, along with more than 60 service delivery sites located throughout lower Fairfield County. Each year, Family Centers serves more than 26,000 children, families and adults. Family Centers has been awarded a perfect 100 Encompass rating for fiscal responsibility from Charity Navigator. We have also been named a nine-time winner of Hearst Connecticut Media's Top Workplace survey. Family Centers is a United Way, Community Fund of Darien and New Canaan Community Foundation partner agency, and is a member of the Connecticut Council of Family Service Agencies. The organization is also accredited by the Joint Commission and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Family Centers is licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
About the Role

HIV Prevention Specialist – Full Time

Stamford, CT, US

Family Centers Inc., a private nonprofit organization seeks a motivated and passionate professional to join our team. The HIV Prevention Specialist will provide HIV prevention and drug user health services.  The specialist will also be responsible for delivering targeted outreach in Stamford, CT. Outreach will include HIV testing in nonclinical settings, education and linkage to medical and other services. 

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct confidential HIV/Hep C testing and pre/post-test counseling  
  • Run and manage the Syringe Service Program
  • Create and attend events to increase awareness of HIV testing and prevention
  • Educate the community about PrEP and provide referrals        
  • Conduct street and community outreach and recruitment services to targeted populations
  • Link individuals to partner services, medical case management, medical care and prevention services
  • Facilitate community level education programs 
  • Identify and create partnerships with community agencies to promote referrals to prevention program  
  • Work closely with the entire HIV Care Team and other community agencies
  • Participate in case coordination with providers and community partners as needed
  • Submit monthly and quarterly reports in a timely manner  
  • Document all activities in the E2CT, Evaluation Web and in client files 
  • Maintain clinical records in accordance with grant requirements for Prevention Services
  • Identify social trends and conduct outreach through social media and dating apps
  • Other duties as assigned
      

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma 
  • Bilingual Spanish or Haitian Creole
  • Community Outreach experience /Outgoing and easy to engage
  • Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and LGBQT+ Community desired but willing to train
  • Must have a reliable car, valid driver’s license and up-to-date auto insurance

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

  • Creative, Flexible, Team worker, People-Oriented, Emotionally Intelligent
  • Passionate about community health, specifically around HIV
  • Able to serve as a positive representative of Family Centers Inc.
  • Comfortable communicating with people of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, etc.

About Family Centers:

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization providing health, education, and human services to children, adults, and families throughout Fairfield County. Our team of more than 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers collaborate to deliver a wide range of responsive and innovative programs. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 26,000 children, adults, families, and communities each year receive the care, encouragement, and resources they need to realize their potential.

 

Benefits & Perks

At Family Centers, we believe in taking care of our compassionate staff who care for our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package carefully designed to support staff health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance. We are committed to fostering a supportive, mission-driven environment where employees feel valued, supported, and able to build lasting careers.


Full-time employees enjoy:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Up to 15 vacation days annually (increases to 25 days after 10 years), 11 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, and up to 10 sick days.
  • Half-Day Summer Fridays (in select programs)
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Options
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts FSA & DCA (Health Care & Dependent Care)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 6% employer contribution
  • Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
  • Voluntary Opt-In Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, supplemental Life Insurance, and more
  • Tuition Assistance (eligible to apply after 6 months of service)
  • Student Loan Repayment Opportunity 


For more information and to apply, please visit http://www.familycenters.org/  or on our LinkedIn page

Family Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as indicated in applicable federal and/or state laws.

Key Skills
HIV testingCounselingCommunity outreachCase managementPublic health educationSyringe service program managementReport writingClinical documentationSocial media outreachBilingualSpanishHaitian CreoleCommunicationInterpersonal skillsEmotional intelligenceTeamwork
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Benefits
Paid time offPaid holidaysSick daysMedical coverageDental coverageVision coverageHealth savings accountFlexible spending accounts403(b) retirement planLong-term disability insuranceLife insuranceAccidental death and dismemberment insuranceEmployee assistance programCritical illness insurancePet insuranceTuition assistanceStudent loan repayment
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The HIV Prevention Specialist provides HIV and drug user health services, including testing, counseling, and community outreach in Stamford, CT. They are responsible for managing the syringe service program, linking clients to medical care, and documenting all activities in accordance with grant requirements.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
261
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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