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    Disease Intervention Specialist - Media, United States - Delaware County, PA

    Delaware County, PA
    Delaware County, PA Media, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Job Opening:
    Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS)


    Department:

    DCHD

    Posting Date:
    May 6, 2024

    Weekly Hours: 37.5

    Shift: 8:30 am to 4:30pm / Monday - Friday


    Salary:
    $21.54 Hourly

    Summary


    This Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) position supports the organization's mission of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating communicable disease surveillance and control programs within Delaware County.

    During the COVID-19 pandemic response, the DIS worker will assist with managing the County's COVID-19 contact tracing and reporting efforts.

    This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

    Essential Duties


    Coordinates, plans, and directs surveillance and case investigations/partner services and follow-up of communicable disease cases reported in the Delaware County utilizing information from the Pennsylvania National Electronic Data Surveillance System (PA-NEDSS) in accordance with program guidance.

    Provides public health guidance and information in accordance with program guidance.

    Alerts the Supervisor to requests for information and potential media news items related to communicable disease programs.

    Maintains professional competencies and skills through participation in educational programs, seminars, conferences, meetings, and webinars approved by the supervisor.


    Provides assistance to supervisor in the training and mentoring of newly hired staff to provide capacity building and skill-building opportunities for new staff to perform the duties of this position.

    Other related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Knowledge of infectious diseases preferred

    Minimum High school or GED required, college-level public health coursework and/or degree preferred.

    Computer, typing, and data entry skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office

    Strong verbal and written communication skills

    Excellent organizational skills

    Customer service experience

    Ability to work as part of a team

    Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters

    Bilingual ability a plus

    A Valid driver's license is required

    Up to date COVID 19 vaccination is required

    Current CPR / First Aid certification preferred.

    Delaware County requires all
    DCHD employees be up to date for COVID-19 vaccination. Proof of vaccination must be submitted before a candidate's start date if hired.

    Contact

    To apply, please fill out our online application form.


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