Disease Intervention Specialist 1
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Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 58551 - 67635
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you arepassionate about being a part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.
Purpose
The Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) 1 uses scientificpublic health principles inter-agency collaboration and health educationprograms toprovide timely comprehensive and evidenced-based follow-upon cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and human immunodeficiencyvirus (HIV).
Essential Functions
Detection Intervention Reporting Surveillance andReferral
- Independently perform detection intervention reporting surveillance notification and referral activities related to persons in southeastern Wisconsin with STI/HIV infections and their contacts at risk for STI/HIV transmission; provide services for reportable cases to control and prevent the spread of infection in accordance with national standards.
- Locate and provide contact interviewing prevention information risk reduction counseling referral to medical care partner referral services and follow-up to persons identified to have been exposed to STI/HIV in accord with established state and national standards.
- Initiate maintain and complete STI/HIV infection investigative report forms and other data collection and reporting materials.
- Use laboratory quality assurance standards to conduct clinical testing procedures related to STI HIV and blood and oral mucosal and other specimens from clients and conduct desktop laboratory procedures to accurately interpret HIV rapid results.
- Apply a trauma-informed approach in providing sexual health education and services to all persons including transgender non-binary and gender-nonconforming and diverse populations.
- Using interpretation services provide non-English speaking clients with access to culturally and linguistically appropriate STI and HIV partner counseling and referral services.
- Follow established procedures to ensure strict confidentiality of client information in accord with Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Code and policies and procedures established by the Wisconsin STI and AIDS/HIV Programs.
Education Consultation Technical Assistance and Training
- Provide education consultation technical assistance and training of public and private health agencies and community groups.
- Co-facilitate annual training for new STI/HIV partner counseling and referral service workers.
- Present at regional meetings as requested by the Wisconsin Division of Public Health (DPH).
- Assist and advise local health providers and laboratories relative to STI/HIV case detection case intervention techniques policies and procedures quality assurance standards data collection tools and the development and implementation of STI/HIV-related testing diagnostic and treatment services.
- Provide educational presentations and workshops related to STI/HIV to multi-disciplinary community groups.
- Participate in local and statewide task forces and committees advisory groups and professional organizations focused on STI/HIV care and prevention services.
- Assist with developing implementing and evaluating educational materials informational resources curricula and health education programs that focus on STI/HIV prevention and individual risk reduction; review and provide input into statewide educational resources.
- Demonstrate dedication to the promotion of health and prevention of disease and a commitment to stay apprised of current practices for reducing the spread of STIs and HIV in the community.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
TheDisease Intervention Specialist 1 must be willingand able to do the following:
- Work standard hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.
- Wear industry related personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves a facemask and/or a face shield to protect against exposure to infectious agents or toxins.
- Travel throughout and outside the City of Milwaukee to perform field activities or attend training and conferences.
- Carry a mobile device during business hours.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Required pre-employment vaccines include the following:
- TB Test (at time of hire and annually throughout employment)
- MMR Vaccine
- Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Varicella Vaccine
- Covid-19 Vaccine
- Influenza Vaccine
- Required pre-employment tests include the following:
- Physical Exam with lift test
- Vision Exam
- Audio-Gram
- Drug Screen - Non-DOT (Department of Transportation)
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in public health community health health education or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Successful completion of State of Wisconsin HIV Partner Services training and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention course Passport to Partner Services within six months of appointment.
- Valid drivers license and possession of a properly insured vehicle for use on the job are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.Private auto allowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may alsobe considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts toyour employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to provide interpretation for Spanish speaking clients.
Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
- Knowledge of public and community health principles and practices.
- Knowledge of STI/HIV prevention principles and strategies directed at high-risk populations.
- Knowledge of STI/HIV case management principles and procedures.
- Knowledge of epidemiological clinical and laboratory services related to STI/HIV intervention.
- Knowledge of community resources related to STI/HIV.
- Ability to make accurate calculations to maintain accurate programmatic statistics.
- Ability to read and interpret work-related documents including procedural manuals governmental publications and periodicals.
- Ability to provide consultation technical assistance and training to diverse communities agencies and individuals.
- Ability to assess issues related to substance abuse and mental health to determine appropriate referrals.
- Ability to use software programs such as the Wisconsin Electronic Disease Surveillance System (WEDSS) the Microsoft Office suite electronic health records email and the Internet.
Communication Customer Service and Interpersonal
- Written communication skills including the ability to write clear and thorough reports.
- Presentation and training skills.
- Verbal communication skills including the ability to listen attentively be assertive and be persuasive.
- Ability to establish rapport and provide services sensitively and collaboratively with clients from diverse lifestyles and backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate diplomatically and tactfully with clients who may be emotional or agitated.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a multi-cultural multi-disciplinary staff community partners and the public.
- Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
Time Management and Judgment
- Ability to independently plan organize and prioritize work to achieve objectives within deadlines.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to appropriately handle sensitive information and to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to maintain situational awareness follow safety and security procedures take appropriate action and report potentially unsafe conditions.
Current Salary
The current salary range (Pay Range 2DN) is$56299-$65034annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis$58551-$67635 annually.Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitprogram that includes the following:
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Crane
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
