Health Program Specialist I - Disease Intervention Specialist (Tuberculosis Program)

City of San Antonio•Tx 78223, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, performs routine public health work in a public health program, with duties that are investigative, regulatory, educational, and consultative. The role supports planning and development of public health education activities and provides consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, and community organizations. It exercises no supervision. The Disease Intervention Specialist implements evidence-based prevention initiatives, may conduct field outreach, and maintains relationships with community and partner organizations. The position interviews individuals to collect demographic, medically relevant, and risk-factor information; contacts physicians, hospitals, and medical laboratories to obtain patient information; counsels patients on risk reduction and behavior modification; collects and enters data; and provides public health education and information to individuals and the community. The specialist may help prepare materials for information and report requests and may train personnel. The role is based at the City Chest Clinic, 2303 SE Military Dr, San Antonio, Texas. Work hours are 7:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Wednesday; and 7:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Friday. Staff in high-risk positions must obtain relevant immunizations under SAMHD policy; exemption requests will be reviewed. Staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision-making that directly affect the communities served. Applicants selected for employment must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks; additional physical, motor vehicle record, or background evaluations may be conducted if required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; coursework in public health, health promotion, sciences, social sciences, or another health-related field is preferred.
Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge of current public health programs, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of public health laws and regulations.
Knowledge of counseling and interviewing techniques.
Skill in using a personal computer and associated software.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to interpret public health laws and regulations.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to document pertinent information clearly and concisely.
Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to deliver formal presentations to small and large groups.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts.
Ability to comply with OSHA regulations and current immunization policies.
Ability to perform all essential functions, with or without accommodations.
Ability to work indoors and in the field.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Community health or home health experience.
Medical records experience.
Advanced computer skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to build rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

Implement evidence-based prevention initiatives to help the community improve and maintain its health.
Conduct field outreach to participate in community initiatives, as needed.
Maintain relationships with community and partner organizations regarding health initiatives.
Interview individuals to determine demographic, medically relevant, and risk-factor information.
Contact physicians, hospitals, and medical laboratories to obtain patient information.
Counsel patients concerning risk reduction and behavior modification.
Collect data to plan and evaluate the effectiveness of public health education programs.
Conduct data entry.
Provide public health education to individuals and serve as a public health information resource for the community.
Assist in collecting and preparing materials in response to information and report requests, as needed.
Train personnel, as needed.
Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.