Health Program Specialist I (STD Clinic)

Labor On Demand•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, is responsible for performing routine public health work in one of several public health programs. Work involves planning and developing public health education program activities and providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, and community organizations. The work is generally investigative, regulatory, educational, and consultative in nature. Exercises no supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in public health, health promotion, sciences, social sciences or other health-related field
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 utilizing 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 clearly and concisely pertinent information
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 all OSHA regulations and current immunization policies
Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
Ability to work in an inside environment and out in the field

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

Implements evidence-based prevention initiatives to help the community improve and maintain their health.
May conduct field outreach to participate in community initiatives.
Maintains relationships with community and partner organizations regarding health initiatives.
Interviews persons to determine demographic, medically relevant information, and risk factor data.
Contacts physicians, hospitals, and medical laboratories to obtain patient information.
Counsels patients concerning risk reduction and behavior modification.
Collects data for use in planning and evaluating the effectiveness of public health education programs.
Conducts data entry.
Provides public health education to individuals.
Serves as an education and information resource to the public on health and public health issues for the community.
May assist in collecting and preparing materials in response to public health information and report requests.
May train personnel.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.