Disease Intervention Specialist 4(Disease Intervention Specialist (TB DIS Supervisor)

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Lead a team dedicated to protecting the health of Louisiana communities as a Disease Intervention Specialist 4. In this rewarding leadership role, you'll supervise disease intervention staff, oversee investigations and case management for HIV, Syphilis, and Tuberculosis, and strengthen public health through provider education, mentorship, and quality improvement. Make a lasting impact by helping prevent the spread of infectious diseases while advancing critical public health initiatives across Region 2.

Requirements

• Six years of experience in disease investigation and prevention activities; OR Three years of experience in investigatory work, social services, nursing, or as a medical laboratory technician or assistant plus three years of experience in disease investigation and prevention activities; OR A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in disease investigation and prevention activities; OR An advanced degree in epidemiology, public health, in a biological science, or nursing plus two years of experience in disease investigation and prevention activities.

Nice To Haves

• Developing Performance: Builds the future potential of others by supporting long-term growth, skill development, and career progression.
• Developing Plans: The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Building Trust: The ability to create a safe and supportive environment where others feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, and acknowledging mistakes.
• Managing Conflict: The ability to recognize, address, and resolve disagreements constructively while preserving relationships and promoting mutual understanding.
• Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
• Thinking Strategically: The ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long-term priorities.
• Training Others: The ability to design and deliver training experiences that build knowledge, develop skills, and improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct Disease Intervention Specialists, Infection Control Technicians, and tuberculosis program staff to ensure effective case management, contact investigations, and compliance with program policies and procedures.
• Oversee tuberculosis surveillance activities by monitoring case investigations, treatment adherence, contact follow-up, and regional performance metrics to support disease prevention and control.
• Manage program data and reporting by ensuring timely, accurate entry of patient information into electronic systems, maintaining required records, and preparing compliance and management reports.
• Coordinate regional tuberculosis clinics by supporting clinical operations, monitoring patient care activities, and ensuring appropriate follow-up services are provided across assigned parishes.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, hospitals, schools, nursing homes, laboratories, and community partners to promote tuberculosis prevention, provide technical guidance, and strengthen disease control efforts.
• Develop and deliver training, mentorship, and performance evaluations for staff while identifying program needs, improving operational effectiveness, and supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct and oversee field investigations, Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), and Video Directly Observed Therapy (VDOT) activities, while participating in emergency preparedness, public health response efforts, and other regional program initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• This organization participates in E-verify
• LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
• LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager