Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Program Specialist 2 - STD / HIV
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Salary:
$50,646.98 Annually
Location :
Nashville, TN
Job Type:
Full Time Health Civil Service
Job Number:
HEA07527
Department:
Health
Opening Date:
11/15/2024
Closing Date:
11/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
This position provides HIV pre and post-test counseling at the Downtown Detention Center located at 448 Second Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37201.This position will work nights from 4:30pm to 1:00am.
Typical Duties
Provides educational information regarding STD/HIV in order to increase community awareness, knowledge, and prevention.Provides direct services in a clinic, non-clinical, correctional, and non-traditional setting.Conducts pre and post-test counseling services for patients taking an HIV test.Counsel's patients on HIV and STD prevention measures, test results, program services, and procedural guidelines.Assist/provide oral swab screening via HIV OraQuick and assist/provide screening for gonorrhea and chlamydia.Accurately and promptly documents services and observations in the client's record.Collect laboratory specimens as needed; attends training and in-service classes as appropriate.Gain support and cooperation of public officials, community groups and agencies relative to health information concerns.Assists in the development, promotion and implementation of a variety of health information, STD / HIV screenings, and education programs.Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma.Effective written and oral communications skills, group presentation skills and ability to operate audio-visual equipment.Must be able to work a regular schedule consistently.Must be willing to submit and able to pass Davidson County Sheriff's Office background check as condition of employment.Valid class "D" driver's license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
College degree.Bilingual (English/Spanish).Familiarity with venipuncture.History of working with diverse populations and working as member of interdisciplinary team.
Full-time, Civil Service positions -10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)1 Sick Day per month12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -20 vacation days per year3 Personal days per year1 Sick Day per month12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01
Are you a current Metro Public Health Employee ?
YesNo
02
What is your highest level of education?
Less than High School or GEDHigh School or GEDNursing DiplomaAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeAdvanced Degree
03
Are you willing to submit and able to pass Davidson County Sheriff's Office background check as condition of employment ?
YesNo
04
Do you have any familiarity with venipuncture ?
YesNo
05
If required are you willing to take a drug screening ?
YesNo
06
I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.
Yes
Required Question
$50,646.98 Annually
Location :
Nashville, TN
Job Type:
Full Time Health Civil Service
Job Number:
HEA07527
Department:
Health
Opening Date:
11/15/2024
Closing Date:
11/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
This position provides HIV pre and post-test counseling at the Downtown Detention Center located at 448 Second Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37201.This position will work nights from 4:30pm to 1:00am.
Typical Duties
Provides educational information regarding STD/HIV in order to increase community awareness, knowledge, and prevention.Provides direct services in a clinic, non-clinical, correctional, and non-traditional setting.Conducts pre and post-test counseling services for patients taking an HIV test.Counsel's patients on HIV and STD prevention measures, test results, program services, and procedural guidelines.Assist/provide oral swab screening via HIV OraQuick and assist/provide screening for gonorrhea and chlamydia.Accurately and promptly documents services and observations in the client's record.Collect laboratory specimens as needed; attends training and in-service classes as appropriate.Gain support and cooperation of public officials, community groups and agencies relative to health information concerns.Assists in the development, promotion and implementation of a variety of health information, STD / HIV screenings, and education programs.Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma.Effective written and oral communications skills, group presentation skills and ability to operate audio-visual equipment.Must be able to work a regular schedule consistently.Must be willing to submit and able to pass Davidson County Sheriff's Office background check as condition of employment.Valid class "D" driver's license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
College degree.Bilingual (English/Spanish).Familiarity with venipuncture.History of working with diverse populations and working as member of interdisciplinary team.
Full-time, Civil Service positions -10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)1 Sick Day per month12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -20 vacation days per year3 Personal days per year1 Sick Day per month12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01
Are you a current Metro Public Health Employee ?
YesNo
02
What is your highest level of education?
Less than High School or GEDHigh School or GEDNursing DiplomaAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeAdvanced Degree
03
Are you willing to submit and able to pass Davidson County Sheriff's Office background check as condition of employment ?
YesNo
04
Do you have any familiarity with venipuncture ?
YesNo
05
If required are you willing to take a drug screening ?
YesNo
06
I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.
Yes
Required Question