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ADC HIV/AIDS EDUCATOR
The Arkansas Department of Correction (ADC) Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) Educator is responsible for developing and presenting health education programs and materials designed to inform and educate the inmate population on HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention issues. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Class Code:
L072C
Job Grade:
GS05
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Organizes, schedules, and teaches workshops to inform the inmate population about HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention issues using self-generated teaching aids, such as slides, audio-visual presentations, or course guides.
Provides HIV/AIDS education to individuals, including assessing needs, developing programs to meet assessed needs, and acting as a resource person.
Researches, designs, and publishes brochures, flyers, or promotional releases to educate the general inmate population.
Monitors scientific developments in HIV/AIDS research or new legislation for changes in HIV/AIDS laws to be used as background for teaching.
Orders and monitors inventory of HIV/AIDS publications, such as pamphlets or brochures for distribution to the inmate population.
Compiles necessary reports, statistics, and other information for monthly, quarterly, or annual reports.
Represents ADC as a liaison with other state agencies relating to HIV/AIDS education.
May be required to conduct workshops explaining other public health related communicable diseases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of health education.
Ability to plan, arrange, and conduct educational programs and service activities.
Ability to research, prepare, and/or explain educational or informational materials and literature.
Ability to provide training and instructions.
Ability to evaluate data and prepare reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of an associate’s degree in a health or medical field; plus
three years of experience in a clinical or health related program setting.
Required Certificates:
Exempt:
N
