Public Health Program Spec I

About This Position

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision, provide program-specific outreach and/or investigation activities of communicable diseases

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Counsel individuals on prevention of communicable diseases e.g. HIV, STIs, TB, etc.

• Conduct fact-finding and/or informational interviews.

• Refer citizens to appropriate agency or program.

• Answer citizen questions and provide assistance.

• Conduct public health investigations as required by position.

• Counsel physicians, laboratories, clinics, etc. about disease reporting requirements

• Research information as requested and/or needed.

• Perform program-specific outreach activities such as TB/HIV/STI education, testing and counseling.

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection.

• Compile data/information and prepare reports.

• Some positions may require employee to meet patients at home, work or elsewhere to administer medications or perform testing, as needed.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of general public health programs, specifically those related to communicable diseases.

• Skill in oral and written communications, especially interviewing techniques.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public.

• Skill in recording data from interviews and investigations accurately.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Related experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License at the time of hire and maintain during employment, as necessary for position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in community outreach and engagement

• Experience working and knowledge of Communicable diseases such as HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia.

• Phlebotomy trained or willing to be trained

• Ability to travel to multiple locations as required for the position

Notes to Candidate:

Position Overview:

This position is on the Red Ribbon Testing/Outreach team. They are responsible for testing in high-risk priority populations to stop the spread of HIV and other STI’s in our community. This team also does outreach and education including condom distribution to various community partners. There are also health fairs that the team provides sexual health education.

Salary Range:     Min: $22.48 to Mid: $25.24

Location:     RBJ- 15 Waller

General Work Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM 

Who We Are:

Austin Public Health (APH) works to ensure that the community is protected from disease and other public health threats, and to empower others to live healthier, safer lives. This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan.

Visit our website to learn more about what services, programs, and resources our team at Austin Public Health provides to the Greater Austin community.

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Work

Contribute to services and programs that improve the lives of the people in our community. Your work directly enables our department to deliver tangible resources, knowledge, and services in high-impact areas.

Innovation and Collaboration

Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress and deliver meaningful services to the Greater Austin Area.