HIV/STI Disease Intervention Specialist

Allen County Government•Fort Wayne, IN

2d•$25 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the STI Clinical Services and Case Management Division Director, the HIV/STI Disease Intervention Specialist reduces the complications of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, through surveillance, case detection through screening, treatment, partner services, case management, and education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in education, biology or related field
Knowledge of principles and practices of STI/HIV intervention and prevention
Detailed medical knowledge of STI’s and HIV
Knowledge of universal precautions
Ability to perform phlebotomy
Knowledge of STI/HIV related laws, regulations, and related operations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to efficiently multi-task on a daily basis
Analytical and investigative skills
Organized and detail oriented
Knowledge of confidentiality guidelines
Ability to be on 24-hour call

Nice To Haves

CDC Epidemiology certification
HIV Prevention Counseling and Referral certification
Phlebotomy certification
Oraquick certification
Insti rapid HIV testing certification
National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification upon employment as required for all public health staff
Valid Driver’s License to operate a County owned vehicle

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing partner services and case management to individuals who are infected with sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, and to other persons who are at increased risk for infection to prevent transmission of these diseases and to prevent complications.
Responsible to provides case management which includes interviewing individuals diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) and/or HIV infection. Provides information and counseling concerning testing, treatment, prevention education, partner referrals and additional patient referrals.
Assists individuals following HIV testing to provide for psychological needs, referrals, education, information on transmission, behavior/harm reduction risks, testing procedures and results in clinical, field and community settings.
Conducts ongoing follow-up with HIV-positive individuals regarding duty-to-inform laws, community referrals and high-risk intervention.
Responsible for coordination of comprehensive case management services of HIV positive individuals and timely linkage to HIV medical care.
Responsible for coordination of comprehensive case management services of individuals being assessed and diagnosed for all stages of syphilis. Applying analytical and investigative skills for effective case management.
Conducts timely case investigations with individuals for STI and HIV testing, harm reduction, behavior modification and partner services, in both clinical and outreach settings. Detailed documentation of investigations in required state database.
Maintains frequent communication with area physicians and health providers to confirm treatment, locate patients in need of therapy, requests information and assists with treatment of individuals showing symptoms of, or diagnosed with, STI’s.
Responsible for following up with providers reporting STIs in order to complete timely case management and partner services and assure adequate medication treatments.
Responsible for following up with providers reporting positive HIV tests to establish patient notification, referrals, and facilitate prompt linkage to HIV care. Conducts ongoing follow-up with HIV-positive individuals regarding duty-to-inform laws, partner services, community referrals and high- risk intervention.
Ensures compliance with established State and federal laws and regulations related to disease control and prevention.
Encourages and/or conducts partner services and interviews for positive STI/HIV tests, locates and notifies transmission contacts according to disease priority using investigative skills learned through Centers for Disease Control and Prevention epidemiology training including field visits.
Maintains detailed records including surveillance reports, case investigation notes, client demographics and epidemiological information on individuals tested and/or interviewed using a variety of state databases.
Maintains ability to work independently and to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Maintains ability to respond in a calm and diplomatic manner to unprovoked or erratic behavior patterns of clients.
Performs phlebotomy or rapid serology testing on patients needing or requesting HIV counseling and testing, syphilis and/or hepatitis testing.
Assists with research and preparation of special education projects for community providers, as well as high-risk groups and develops public awareness, outreach, and advertisement programs.
Coordinates with community organizations for collaborative outreach events.
Maintains current knowledge of local, national and international disease trends and outbreaks, local resources and new issues related to HIV/STI prevention and treatment.
Conducts presentations at local schools, treatment facilities, jails, and community corrections regarding HIV/STI prevention and treatment.
Performs all other duties as assigned.