Conduct confidential interviews with individuals diagnosed with HIV/STIs to identify contacts and risk factors
Notify and locate partners to inform them of potential exposure and encourage testing
Provide education, counseling, and referrals for prevention, treatment, and care services
Assist with rapid testing (within scope) and support field-based outreach efforts
Participate in disease investigations, outbreak response, and control activities
Maintain accurate, confidential records and prepare reports on surveillance data and trends
Deliver community education through workshops and presentations
Collaborate with internal teams, healthcare providers, and community partners
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, organizational policies, and public health regulations
Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and emergency response efforts as needed
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in public health, social work, counseling, or a related field
Experience working with at-risk populations
Strong communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in medical record keeping and confidentiality procedures
Understanding of cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Experience in disease intervention and partner notification
If driving is required, must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements
Requirements
Experience in sexual health education, counseling, or a related field
Certification in HIV testing and counseling
Spanish language proficiency
Phlebotomy certification or willingness to obtain within role scope
If you're driven to make a meaningful impact in public health and help prevent the spread of HIV and STIs in your community, we encourage you to apply today!
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.
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Disease Intervention Specialist - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
Jackson County Public Health
Lee's Summit, Missouri
Department
JCHD Epidemiology
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:30AM - 5:00PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
The STI/HIV Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) supports communicable disease prevention by conducting surveillance, case investigation, and outreach related to HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This role focuses on preventing disease transmission through client education, confidential partner notification, testing support, and linkage to care. The ideal candidate is passionate about public health, skilled in communication, and able to build trust with diverse populations.
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