Public Health Program Spec III

About the role

Austin Public Health (APH) works to ensure that the community is protected from disease and other public health threats, and to empower others to live healthier, safer lives. This position supports Austin Public He

Requirements

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university plus two (2) years of experience in public health outreach/investigation or related field, one (1) year of which must have been working directly as an HIV/STD Disease Intervention Specialist.
• Related experience may substitute for required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
• Licenses and Certifications Required:
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License at time of hire and maintain during employment, as required by position.
• Experience in HIV/STD investigation as a Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Previous experience in working with diverse populations, such as LGBTQI, MSM, unhoused, etc.
• Notes to Candidate:
• Position Overview:
• Conduct public health investigations and interview HIV/STD patients in accordance with program and DSHS guidelines.
• Perform team lead duties when short staffed; giving DIS directives for action needed on current field records.
• Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate actions to meet client's health needs. Counsel individuals on communicable disease prevention and risk reduction. Educate providers about DSHS reporting requirements and adequate treatment. Quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Complex data entry into multiple databases. Training new staff in clinic, office, and field operations. Independently conduct field activity to locate contacts and collect specimens for testing. Complete monthly security training and quarterly PHEP and FEMA trainings.
• Maintain certification in phlebotomy, HIPAA compliance, CPR and first aid, and defensive driving.
• Salary Range: Min: $24.40 to Mid: $28.42
• Location: RBJ 15 Waller 78702
• General Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• *Hours may vary due to operational needs. An alternative schedule and remote work/telework options may be available, but this position requires a minimum of 40% per week in-office standard. Evenings and weekends may be required on occasion, especially during an emergency response.
• Grant Funded Position:
• This position is grant-funded, meaning its financial support comes from allocated funds that may be modified, reduced, or canceled at the discretion of the City of Austin or the grant provider

Benefits

Additional Information

About This Position Job Description: Purpose: Under limited supervision, lead program specific, outreach and/or investigation activities of communicable diseases. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Investigate, locate, interview, and link out of care HIV positive individuals to appropriate medical care and other services. Coordinate aspects of investigations with other agencies/personnel. Train and monitor less experienced personnel in the conducting of an investigation. Counsel individuals on prevention of sexually transmitted diseases e.g. venereal diseases, AIDS, etc. Follow-up with clients to insure they are receiving proper care. Refer citizens to appropriate agency or program. Answer citizen questions & provide assistance. Conduct investigations on the origin, nature, etc. of epidemiological diseases. Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection Counsel physicians, laboratories, clinics, etc. about disease reporting requirements. Research/compile data/information and submit written reports. Assist in statistical and data analysis to identify health inequities and disparities. Provide quality assurance (QA) duties as assigned by supervisor, and as needed. Some positions may require employee to meet patients at home, work or elsewhere to perform testing or conducting interviews, as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. May substitute in supervisor's absence. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general public health programs, specifically those related to communicable disease. Knowledge of the principles of communicable disease spread and prevention. Knowledge of laws and regulations concerning communicable disease control. Skill in prioritizing tasks. Skill in oral and written communications, especially interviewing techniques. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in recording data from interviews and investigations accurately.

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