JUST Health
Program Overview
The JUST Health (Jobs Undeniably Secure and Transcend) Employment Initiative is a comprehensive workforce pathway designed to assist people living with HIV in gaining meaningful employment and long-term stability. Grounded in justice and equity, the program recognizes that employment is directly related to our clients’ health and housing status.
JUST Health provides job training, employment opportunities, and retention incentives for clients receiving services through HSNY’s Emergency Housing Program. By supporting economic stability alongside health and housing needs, the initiative helps clients move beyond crisis toward independence and improved quality of life.
Who We Serve
JUST Health serves HSNY clients living with HIV by helping them access employment opportunities so that they can achieve stability, self-sufficiency, and good health. These are clients who face barriers finding housing, employment, and maintaining their health.
Services & Support
Through JUST Health, clients receive employment-focused support including:
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Job readiness training and employment preparation
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Connection to employment opportunities
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Supporting continued engagement through retention incentives
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Aligning clients’ employment goals to fulfill their individual health and housing needs
Services are delivered with flexibility and respect for individual circumstances, supporting sustained participation and progress.
Impact & Benefits
Participation in JUST Health supports increased economic stability, improved health outcomes, and progress toward independent living. By pairing employment support with housing and health services, the program helps clients achieve long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Referrals & Eligibility
Clients are referred to JUST Health through HSNY’s Emergency Housing Program. Eligibility is based on program criteria and participant engagement with HSNY services.