Acadiana CARES, in conjunction with the Louisiana Office of Public Health - STI/HIV/Hepatitis Program is currently recruiting an individual to serves as a Disease Intervention Specialist (1-3) at the Regional STI/HIV Program. The core functions of this position are to: demonstrate sound practices and performance in disease investigations and case management, work closely with the regional manager or supervisor in HIV prevention, and act in an advanced lead responsibility in community education/outreach regarding HIV and other STDs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

35%- Disease Intervention Specialist Carry-out and coordinate investigative and case management activities and screenings in various community settings and is identified as a lead/liaison to establish or maintain collaborative relationships with improved communication and partnerships that affect disease outcomes in clients and populations. Provide internal and external STD and HIV presentations or trainings to increase awareness of disease, trends, and program services. 35%-Disease Follow-up and Case Management Perform quality, demonstrated field and case management activities in various settings to include: pre-field searches through available resources, systems and files; phone calls to medical providers; field investigations and pouch management; disease intervention interviews; partner/cluster elicitation, notification and referrals; case analysis and management; risk assurance that persons with positive lab finding for HIV, and their exposed partners or other at risk individuals, are referred for services such as treatment and case management. Utilize available data system(s) and maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with state and programmatic laws, policies, and procedures. Strive to meet or achieve programmatic timelines and documentation on disease related electronic records. 10%- Community Education, Screenings and Partnerships Establish or maintain collaborative relationships with community groups; and assist with targeted outreach screenings to identify populations impacted by, or at risk of

HIV/AIDS.

Use proper laboratory procedures to obtain blood and oral specimens-with approved training, observed practice and certification. 15%-Communication Communicate effectively in writing and verbal with all supervisors, senior level management staff, co-workers, and medical personnel. Maintain positive working relationships with other staff members. Prepare written reports. Follow state and programmatic guidelines. 5%- Other Duties Assigned Attend seminars, workshops, in-service trainings, required meetings, and perform other related duties as required. This position requires routine statewide duties, including fieldwork, inspections, investigations, or direct services that extend beyond the employee's domicile parish. These statewide responsibilities are an inherent and ongoing part of the job and may require frequent travel. Starting salary will be based on qualifications. The position provides medical and retirement benefits.

License/Certification:

Required - Valid Driver's License and Proof of Insurance. To apply for this position, submit your cover letter and resume to Phazal Rahaman via email: phazal.rahaman@LA.GOV .

Must reference:

Disease Intervention Specialist in the subject line. Application is Open Unitl Filled . If you are selected for this position, you will need to provide three references.

EOE/AA Employer Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,734.00 - $61,298.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

New Orleans, LA 70112 (Required)

Work Location:

In person