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Nature of Work
Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR)/ Bureau for Public Health (BPH) / Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services/ Wood Co. – Under general supervision, this position performs entry level work by providing comprehensive disease intervention services in a variety of settings. The Disease Intervention Specialist Trainee will investigate assigned STD and STD/HIV co-infected cases. Investigation includes locating, interviewing, re-interviewing index partner, eliciting sexual and needle sharing contacts to notify of exposure, offer HIV testing, and ensure treatment. They will be expected to write results of investigation in s in a timely manner that are submitted to the Disease Intervention Specialist Supervisor.; review patient records to determine appropriate STD treatment was administered and recommend modifications to providers for cases they are assigned; maintain regular contact with private providers, laboratory personnel, and health departments to improve testing; and provide HIV Rapid testing, case ing, and obtain information on treated cases or diagnostic and or treatment techniques. Assist in other jurisdictions when there are vacancies or higher morbidity. Provide technical assistance and consultation to local health departments and other medical professionals to ensure consistent performance throughout their assigned region. Attend and participate in community planning events, HIV/AIDS testing events, and current conferences surrounding advanced STD intervention and treatment techniques. Attends one conference and one training a year for additional educational opportunities and disseminates the information upon completion for additional guidance for DSH. Position is located in Wood county and will serve the counties of Calhoun, Doddridge, Jackson, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Wirt, and Wood. A valid driver’s license and travel within assigned area is required.
Alternate posting to 9928SEP. Only one position to be hired.
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IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You may attach a resume and other documents; however, you should NEVER enter “See Resume” on the application. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
ATTENTION: Applicant MUST VERIFY POST-HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION (DIPLOMAS, DEGREES, etc.), TRAINING, or LICENSURE EARNED pertaining to this position BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THE POSTING, if not previously verified. It may ONLY be in the form of a copy of an OFFICIAL transcript or diploma. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit “MEMBER 4” form and/or your VA Letter.
DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE and you will not be considered for this vacancy. Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: [email protected] or by FAX to 304-957-0396, or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed which may include, but not limited to, criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, and/or discovery of disqualifying information may result in denial of or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in STD/HIV control, nursing, or social services and/or public health case management and investigation may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required training.
Special Requirement: A valid driver’s license and the availability of an automobile is required.
***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***
