N.C. Department of Information Technology · 4 hours ago
Lead Publ Hlth Disease Intervention Spec II
Pitt County, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$44K/yr - $66K/yr
2+ years expThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is one of the largest agencies in the state, responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of North Carolinians. They are seeking a Lead Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist II to perform advanced work in preventing and controlling communicable diseases through field investigations, case management, and training health professionals.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Conduct advanced field investigations to identify and locate individuals at risk for HIV or sexually transmitted infections
Perform phlebotomy (drawing blood) and ensure proper specimen handling for diagnostic testing
Manage complex or sensitive cases and ensure timely referral for examination and treatment
Coordinate with military, federal, and state officials to maintain cooperative agreements for disease control among special populations
Provide technical guidance and consultation to lower-level staff on casework activities and intervention strategies
Deliver training to health department staff and community medical professionals on disease procedures, treatment techniques, counseling standards, and phlebotomy practices
Analyze highly confidential medical records and epidemiologic data to prioritize follow-up activities and improve intervention outcomes
Advise healthcare providers on appropriate treatment, counseling, and partner referral services in accordance with CDC guidelines
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports to support case management and program evaluation
Establish and sustain effective working relationships with clients, healthcare providers, and community organizations to facilitate disease prevention efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a Public Health Disease Intervention Specialist, including one year in the same program area
Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining consulting relationships with health care and other human services professionals
Working and current knowledge of HIV, STI's COVID-19 and other infectious diseases including their symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, analysis, compilations, prevention, and epidemiology
Extensive experience delivering clear, concise oral presentations and producing detailed written reports for diverse audiences, including healthcare providers, public health officials, and community organizations, with a proven record of meeting established deadlines and quality standards
Must have proven experience of working successfully among culturally diverse populations, high crime and highly sensitive communities
Experienced in the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local public health laws, rules and regulations, which are applicable to sexually transmitted disease and related issues, express ideas clearly, concisely and sensitively in oral and written form
Must be able to drive vehicle and to work independently in non-handicapped accessible areas
Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license
Benefits
Health insurance options
Standard and supplemental retirement plans
The NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Community service leave
Paid parental leave
Company
N.C. Department of Information Technology
The N.C.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Torre Jessup
Chief Operating Officer
Alysa Kelly
Executive Assistant to Chief Deputy/CIO/Chief Privacy Officer/Director of Enterprise Operations
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