Desert AIDS Project

To be considered for a position with the Desert AIDS Project, you must first complete an Application with waiver. Adobe Acrobat Reader should be installed in order to view and print out these forms. Acrobat Reader can be downloaded from www.adobe.com. The completed form and wavier must be signed and dated then mailed, or delivered, to the Human Resources Department so that they are received before the application deadline. For more information, contact Director of Human Resources, Sheri Saenz at ssaenz@desertaidsproject.org.

Title: Dispatch Manager Reports To Regional General Manager – Revivals Thrift Stores Beginning Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 / hr. Status: Full-time; Non-exempt
Job Duties:
Manage Revivals inventory by scheduling and dispatching drivers and trucks and coordinating donation solicitations. Supervise truck drivers and oversee truck maintenance.
Principal Responsibilities:
	Supervise scheduling of merchandise pick-ups, including telephone solicitation and incoming donation calls;
	Supervise and direct drivers;
	Schedule, service, and maintain the truck fleet;
	Create and establish a campaign of donation solicitation;
	Create and send thank you letters to donors, and flag those donors for future calls and solicitation;
	Maintain database of donors and update as necessary;
	Create a system of out-calling to local stores for donations;
	Direct and guide volunteers helping dispatch;
	Resolve complaints and/or disputes between customers and drivers as needed;
	Ensure department is compliant with Cal OSHA standards and Desert AIDS Project’s Safety Program;
	Ensure appropriate training of all new drivers and dispatch volunteers;
	Ensure (and conduct when necessary) cross training of staff as appropriate;
	Other relevant duties as assigned.
Training, Experience, Abilities:
	High School diploma with college degree strongly preferred;
	Previous Logistics, Dispatch or Call Center Management experience is preferred.
	Previous dispatch and customer service experience required;
	Previous supervisory experience required;
	Experience in dispatch operations;
	Previous thrift store operations experience preferred;
	Ability to speak, read and write English;
	Ability to read maps and give directions;
	Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Word, as well as general Windows knowledge.
Ability To :
	Efficiently manage drivers;
	Direct volunteers;
	Handle disputes and complaints calmly;
	Ability to deal with customers.
Required Job Functions:
	Possess a valid California drivers license with a clean driving record;
	Must be able to lift 35 pounds

Position: Nurse Practitioner Reports to: Medical Director Salary Range: $ 79k – 89k DOE Status: Full-time – 40 hrs / wk
Position Purpose:
To provide high quality outpatient medical care for HIV+ men and women. Act as primary support to clinic physician and perform routine medical treatment within the confines of the position.
Principal Responsibilities:
	Triage new and existing clients to determine acuity of immediate complaint;
	Perform routine and minor office surgeries;
	Prescribe appropriate HIV medications and other prophylactics in consultation with clinic physicians (Narcotic/Triplicate and Anabolic Steroid DEA Category III prescriptions are excluded);
	In conjunction with clinic physicians, administer all diagnostic and treatment protocols;
	Evaluate and monitor all lab results and confer with patients as appropriate;
	Confer with patients on lab results and other appropriate medical information;
	Nursing Intakes to be completed on all new patients;
Training, Experience, Abilities:
	State of California Licensed Nurse Practitioner is required;
	Experience and knowledge in primary care medicines are required;
	Knowledge and experience in the care and treatment of diseases associated with HIV infection is required;
	Must be sensitive to ethnic, sex, and cultural diversity in patients to be treated;
	Must communicate effectively with clients;
	Must communicate effectively with HIV Health Center staff and all related departmental personnel;
	Bilingual/bicultural preferred.
Ability To :
	Work closely with HIV Health Center supervisor, physicians and other personnel in order to develop and maintain clear and concise treatment protocols;
	Ensure, in collaboration with clinic physicians, the successful provision of high quality primary medical care to clients regardless of ability to pay.
Essential Job Functions:
	Must be licensed by the State of California as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
	Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and other medical personnel.
	Maintain a California Nurse Practitioner Number.
	Maintain DEA Certification.
	Maintain Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurses Practitioners, the American Nurses Credentialing Center or other recognized credentialing organization.
	Become proficient in the utilization of the ALTEERS electronic medical record system, as it applies to this position.

Position: Medical Case Manager - RN Reports to: Director of Case Management Salary Range: $58,323/ yr DOE Status: Full-time; Non-exempt; Salary
Position Purpose:
Coordinate the delivery and/or referral of social, medical, psycho social and/or in home services to persons with HIV infection who are patients of a health and/or rehabilitation facility in a manner consistent with the Policies and Procedures of D.A.P. and related program protocols; undertake assessment of clients and participate as a member of the Medical Case Management Team; coordinate discharge (when applicable) and ensure provision of services in accordance with individual service plans; coordinate all the elements of an Early Intervention Program model for the agency including implementation and all subsequent reassessment follow ups; accommodate changes in schedule and duties as client needs change.
Principal Responsibilities:
	Assess client's medical status; monitor medical needs, work with appropriate staff to assess and maintain quality of care/ services provided and request change in services if necessary; assess and monitor needs for medical and/or social service follow‑up care for client; maintain follow‑up contact with all clients;
	Serve as a member of the Medical Case Management Team and participate in case conferences;
	Recommend, coordinate, provide and/or assist with, when appropriate, services such as: financial counseling; public assistance; referral for insurance needs, dental care, nutritional counseling, and other professional services; recreational activities; referral to supportive services such as: housing or food subsidy, hospice care, insurance premium continuation program(s);
	Maintain communication with social, psycho social and medical providers (if applicable) and implement, monitor effectiveness of referrals;
	Coordinate community referrals and/or services, and act as client advocate, when necessary;
	Maintain ongoing communication with client, family, and/or significant other(s);
	Provide crisis intervention when necessary;
	Complete all progress notes timely and insure they are comprehensive and current;
	Make all required client chart notations;
	Member of QI/QM Committee for Medical Case Management
	All other relevant duties as assigned.
Training, Experience, Abilities:
	RN, with either two years community experience, public health experience and/or one year community and clinical experience.
	Knowledge of Public Health principles, nursing process applications, psycho social, medical, nutritional, and educational needs relating to HIV infected individuals;
	Work history that includes the case management concept (i.e., performance of assessments and plans of care);
	Knowledge of HIV/AIDS care and sensitivity to issues and populations impacted by the disease;
	Bilingual/bicultural preferred.
Ability To :
	Establish and maintain cooperative working relations with medical and non‑medical personnel in a clinical and hospital setting;
	Exercise independent judgment and make effective plans
Essential Job Functions:
	Ability to transport self within the community;
	Effective written/verbal communication with all levels of individuals.
	Ability to operate Management Information Systems and word processors.

Desert AIDS Project

MAIN LOCATION:
1695 N. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
P.O. Box 2890, Palm Springs, CA 92263
(760) 323-2118 / Toll Free (866) 331-3344 / TDD (760) 969-1796 / Fax (760) 323-9865
Office hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday – Friday

INDIO LOCATION:
81893 Dr. Carreon Blvd, Suite 3, Indio, CA 92201
(760) 342-4197

CONFIDENTIAL TESTING:

Palm Springs:	Monday & Thursday 4:30 – 7:00 PM at 1695 N. Sunrise Way Appointments: (760) 323-2118 Saturday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM at Revivals 611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 9 (760) 318-6491
Cathedral City	Friday 2:00 – 6:00 PM at Revivals, 68-401 Hwy 111 (760) 969-5747 1st & 3rd Wednesday 3:00 – 6:00 PM at Casa San Miguel 37155 Palo Verde Drive (760) 202-7212
Desert Hot Springs:	1st Wednesday 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM at DHS Senior Center 11777 West Drive (760) 329-0222
Indio:	Tuesday 2:00 – 5:00 PM and Wednesday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 81893 Dr. Carreon Blvd., Suite 3 (760) 342-4197