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Disease Intervention Specialist Jobs in Delaware

Disease Intervention Specialist Jobs
By Wayne Health At , Detroit
Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or health-related field or equivalent experience
1-2 years experience in Social Work or a health-related field
Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)
Good analytical and judgment skills
Perform active surveillance of public and private facilities reporting active/suspect cases in the Michigan Disease Surveillance System

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career in public health? Become a Disease Intervention Specialist and help protect your community from the spread of infectious diseases!

Overview A Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) is a public health professional who works to prevent and control the spread of communicable diseases. DISs are responsible for identifying, investigating, and responding to communicable diseases in a community. They work with individuals, families, and communities to provide education, counseling, and referrals to health care providers. Detailed Job Description Disease Intervention Specialists are responsible for identifying, investigating, and responding to communicable diseases in a community. They work with individuals, families, and communities to provide education, counseling, and referrals to health care providers. DISs also provide technical assistance to health care providers and public health departments. They may also be involved in developing and implementing public health programs and policies. Job Skills Required
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and communities
• Knowledge of epidemiology and disease control
• Ability to analyze data and interpret results
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of computer applications and software
• Ability to work with diverse populations
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health education, or a related field
• Certification in public health or a related field
• Previous experience in public health or a related field
• Knowledge of communicable diseases and their control
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices
• Knowledge of epidemiology and disease control
• Knowledge of communicable diseases and their control
• Knowledge of computer applications and software
Job Experience
• Previous experience in public health or a related field
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience in data analysis and interpretation
Job Responsibilities
• Identify, investigate, and respond to communicable diseases in a community
• Provide education, counseling, and referrals to health care providers
• Develop and implement public health programs and policies
• Provide technical assistance to health care providers and public health departments
• Analyze data and interpret results
• Work independently and as part of a team