Public Health Sickle Cell Educator Counselor
Public Health Sickle Cell Educator Counselor
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Description of Work
This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds
The Recruitment Range For This Position Is $43738 - $52651
The Public Health Sickle Cell Educator Counselor promotes prevention education early identification diagnosis and intervention of sickle cell disease. The role involves providing care coordination and related services to individuals and families identified with abnormal hemoglobin conditions with a focus on assessment client counseling service referral and care planning. This work is part of a broader public health initiative to improve long-term outcomes for those affected by hemoglobinopathies.
As part of the North Carolina Sickle Cell Syndrome Program (NCSCSP) the role contributes to statewide efforts to deliver comprehensive support for individuals and families impacted by sickle cell disease. This includes genetic education and counseling for the general public. Administered by the Women Infant and Community Wellness Section (WICWS) NCSCSP is aligned with public health goals to reduce infant mortality improve preconception health and enhance newborn screening. The position helps support these objectives through coordinated service delivery education and community-based engagement across the Sections Infant and Community Health Branch.
Key Duties Include:Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individualized care coordination for clients with abnormal hemoglobin results.
Develop and implement patient care plans with attention to reproductive and life planning needs.
Provide non-directive genetic counseling tailored to client literacy and comprehension levels.
Facilitate referrals to medical educational and social support services; confirm service receipt.
Deliver one-on-one education and crisis intervention in home clinic or community-based settings.
Organize and lead support groups for clients and families affected by sickle cell disease.
Document service activities in the WCS-Web system maintaining accurate client records.
Plan and present educational workshops for clients families health professionals and community partners.
Provide consultation and technical assistance to public health and school staff regarding screening protocols and program procedures.
Coordinate with county health departments to schedule client appointments and deliver follow-up services.
This position provides services across multiple counties (Nash Vance Wake and Warren) and works independently to plan monitor and implement program activities.
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
About the NC Division of Public Health:The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
Compensation and Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants that possess the following skills are preferred:Demonstrated experience conducting psychosocial assessments and developing individualized care or service plans for clients with chronic or genetic conditions such as sickle cell disease or similar.
Documented experience coordinating client referrals and follow-up across medical behavioral health and social services preferably in community-based or rural environments.
Proven experience delivering non-directive genetic counseling using literacy assessments to tailor communication around abnormal medical results preferably directly related tohemoglobin.
Experience using a web-based client management or care coordination system such as WCS-Web or a similar platform.
- Documentedexperience planning and executing educational workshops and public health outreach.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Masters degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution
OR
Masters degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience
OR
Bachelors degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience
OR
Bachelors degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experienceSupplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.- Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
- Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
- If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
- Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
- Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
- For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at
Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Veterans and National Guard Preference
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
- Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at .Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Employment Type
Full-Time
