Intervention Specialist
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The Disease Research & Intervention Specialist (DRIS) will work in the booking area of the King County Correctional Facility and perform rapid testing for HIV, syphilis and HCV. This position will also follow up on all positive cases to assure they are adequately treated and elicit any partner information. The DRIS will conduct disease surveillance, rapid point of care testing, patient interviewing, partner collection, linkage to testing or treatment, counseling and referrals, and timely documentation of investigation findings into surveillance systems and EPIC. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. To learn more, please visit Investigating case reports of persons diagnosed with syphilis Interpret diagnostic testing results, inform patients of results, and link positive patients to treatment Interview patients diagnosed with syphilis and to elicit partner information Contact untreated patients and notify exposed partners that are currently incarcerated to arrange for examination, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment. Perform rapid point of care tests and venipuncture to collect STI specimens for testing Provide patients with information about potential health risks related to STIs/HIV and assist in developing a client-centered plan to reduce future risk for STIs/HIV Assure confidentiality of all records, data, and information as required by section, department, state and/or federal regulation Other duties as assigned Required: Knowledge of HIV and STI transmission modes, symptoms, and implications. Demonstrated interviewing and partner elicitation skills Experience in medical chart abstraction using electronic health records and/or other client level data repositories Experience working in a multi-disciplinary clinic-setting Demonstrated ability to provide medical information in a clear and concise manner with health literacy in mind Knowledge and demonstrated application of motivational interviewing skills Knowledge and demonstrated application of behavior change theory and risk reduction strategies Demonstrated ability to protect Public Health Information (PHI) and other confidential information. Demonstrated ability to follow procedures/protocols and apply them to unpredictable situations Demonstrated ability to work effectively and connect with people of diverse backgrounds Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to function with minimal direct supervision Team player with a willingness to be flexible Possess a valid WA State driver's license or ability to obtain upon hire. Must be available to work onsite at both Jail Health Services locations Phlebotomy experience Current BLS/CPR certification Desired: Bilingual in Spanish Experience interacting with vulnerable populations; particularly those who have been incarcerated, unstably housed, who might engage in sex work, or have mental health issues Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our True North , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Application Process If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy: NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Please note: Cover letters and Resumes will not be used in the screening process. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Necessary Special Requirements The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. For more information on our selection process, please refer to When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement. Public Health - Jail Health Services follows and maintains federal and state requirements standards including, but not limited to, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards which apply to all public and private institutions that house adult or juvenile offenders. PREA standards preclude the department from hiring or promoting anyone who has engaged in, or been convicted of any conduct which would violate PREA standards related to sexual assault including: Sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution. Convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or, Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above. Additionally, PREA standards require that the department consider any incidents of sexual harassment involving an inmate or detainee in determining whether or not to hire or promote anyone. The above is in compliance with PREA and its implementing regulations, 28 C.F.R. Part 115, Subpart A, Section 115.17, Hiring and Promotion Decisions. Union This position is represented by WSCCCE L21 Labor Union. Work location: This position is located in the booking area of the King County Correctional Facility and the Sexual Health Clinic. Work Schedule: This position is Monday-Friday 2:00-10:30pm. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime. Contact: For questions about this recruitment, please contact Sarah Dunkinson, ...@kingcounty.gov.