Disease Intervention Specialist 1 - 52501

Wayne County Career Site

93d

About The Position

Disease Intervention Specialists 1 (DIS) play a critical role in improving sexual health outcomes and preventing and controlling Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). Under the supervision of program management and leadership, DIS duties includes disease counseling and prevention, case investigation and treatment navigation, referrals for care and linkage to resources, and identification and outreach to partners. DIS work with a diverse population, engage in field investigation and field-based activities, perform community outreach, collaborate with healthcare providers, and assist in navigating healthcare systems to ensure appropriate and timely client evaluation and treatment. The DIS primary focus is on STIs and HIV but may also provide support during outbreak situations or public health responses.

Requirements

• Experience in public health or a related field.
• Knowledge of sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Experience in case investigation and disease prevention.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in disease intervention or public health.
• Experience in community outreach and education.
• Familiarity with healthcare systems and resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct disease counseling and prevention related to STIs and HIV.
• Perform case investigation and treatment navigation for clients.
• Provide referrals for care and linkage to resources.
• Identify and outreach to partners of affected individuals.
• Engage in field investigation and field-based activities.
• Perform community outreach to educate and inform the public.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate client care.
• Assist clients in navigating healthcare systems for timely evaluation and treatment.
• Support public health responses during outbreak situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed