Community Outreach Worker - Tuberculosis Control Program

Montgomery County • Norristown, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Outreach Worker conducts field and office work for the Tuberculosis Control Program. The position provides direct services by visiting TB patients at home to assess their status, observe medication administration, and collect specimens. As a member of the TB Team, the worker also performs office duties that support program goals.

This is an essential position within the Office of Public Health. Essential employees must report to work as scheduled or remain at work during emergencies. Emergency assignments may include work in the Department Operations Center or Emergency Operations Center, deployment to field locations for public health activities, or other duties as required. Assignments may occur under adverse conditions and last from a few hours to several weeks or months. The position reports directly to the Public Health Nurse Supervisor, Tuberculosis Control Program Manager.

Onsite in-person attendance is required as directed by the Supervisor or Administrator. Employment is subject to Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI clearance mandates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of basic computer programs.
• Ability to work independently and travel throughout the County with a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to collaborate with other organizations throughout the County.
• Ability to attend trainings and meetings in and out of State.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends when required.
• Must satisfy applicable Child Abuse, Criminal History, and FBI clearance mandates.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to observe TB patients taking medication.
• Assess changes in patients’ health status and report them to the Public Health Nurse Case Manager.
• Collect, package, and ship or deliver patient specimens.
• Assist with correspondence to patients and providers.
• Maintain program data and compile reports.
• Conduct educational and outreach efforts with high-risk populations to reduce TB in the community.
• Maintain supplies inventory and restock clinic examination rooms.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Report to work as scheduled or remain at work during emergencies, and perform assigned emergency duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED