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*Please note, by clicking APPLY on Indeed, you are requesting that a DHHR Recruitment Team Member reach out to you regarding further pertinent application steps.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.Minimum QualificationsTraining: 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.Job Type: Full-timePay: $29,047.00 – $53,736.00 per yearBenefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Experience:
- STD/HIV control: 4 years (Preferred)
- Nursing: 4 years (Preferred)
- Public Health: 4 years (Preferred)
- Social Services: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
