Communicable Disease Investigator (STD Outreach) Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Communicable Disease Investigator (STD Outreach) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4903039) Apply  Communicable Disease Investigator (STD Outreach) Salary $50,646.98 Annually Location Nashville, TN Job Type Full-Time Grant Funded Job Number

HEA07736

Department Health Opening Date 04/10/2025 Closing Date 4/25/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description Metro Nashville Public Health (MPHD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Early Intervention Specialist (EIS) to join a team already dedicated to improving health, reducing risk, and preventing HIV in Davidson County. We seek to provide access to the knowledge, tools, information, and support that our citizens need to stay healthy and to begin making positive changes in their lives and in their community. The ideal candidate will have experience in public health field work and knowledge of HIV medical care and other needed services. If you have any questions about this position, please contact MPHD HR at (615

• 340-5640.

Typical Duties + Performs case management of newly diagnosed HIV and existing HIV cases. + Provides assistance in accessing and maintaining access to HIV medical care and other needed services. + Conducts assessments and develops service plans for individuals to enter and remain in medical care. + Works to identify individuals who are “out of care,” and assists them in getting linked to care. + Maintains regular contact with clients at established intervals. + Conducts HIV medical outcome assessments, including tracking of attendance at medical appointments, and monitoring CD4 and viral load reports. + Establishes and maintains contact with clients’ HIV medical provider. + Compiles and submits statistical data and other related reports in a timely and professional manner. + Participates in coordinated EIS worker efforts within the Transitional Grant Area (TGA). + Conducts patient home visits and provider visits as necessary. Transports patients to treatment as needed. + Attends conferences and in-service programs and performs related duties. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences, Public Health, or related field Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however, at present MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Government’s employment-based immigration programs Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of infectious diseases and contact investigations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Ability to work with diverse populations and to work as member of interdisciplinary team.
• Two (2) years of successful progressively responsible full-time paid employment in related field. Full-time, Civil Service positions
• 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety
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• 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions
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• no benefits offered.

01 Are you a current Metro Public Health Employee ? + Yes + No 02 Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Sciences, Public Health, or a related field? + Yes + No 03 Do you have two (2) years of successful progressively responsible full-time paid employment in a related field? + Yes + No 04 If you are bilingual, use the area below to list the language(s) and the level of communication (Ex. Read and write Spanish; Speak Spanish, limited reading skill) 05 I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification. + Yes Required Question Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email