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.

Essential Duties

• Coordinates, plans, and directs surveillance and case investigations/partner services and follow-up of communicable disease cases reported in 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.
• Assists Supervisor in training and mentoring newly hired staff to provide capacity building and skill-building opportunities for them 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.
• Current CPR / First Aid certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide range of persons.
• Ability to follow protocol, procedures, and established guidelines.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances and needs.
• A strong work ethic and ability to manage a demanding and changing workload.
• Strong relationship-building skills.

Contact

To apply, please go to Neo.gov.