Disease Intervention Specialist - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p)

Disease Intervention Specialist

Responsibilities

• 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
• Aid in rapid testing 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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