What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Intervention & Outreach Specialist position at City of Waco?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-01033
Department : HEALTH SERVICES
Division : STD
Opening Date : 02 / 17 / 2025
Summary
Starting Salary : $19.63 - Depending on Qualifications
On-Site Position
The City of Waco Seeks
Are you passionate about making a difference in community health? Do you possess the skills to engage with individuals, provide critical support, and promote health education? In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of public health efforts, conducting investigations and interventions, managing case services for patients, and building bridges between our community and vital health resources. Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) is expected to apply acquired knowledge and skills to critical elements of daily work in sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention, including HIV.
Position Overview :
Under basic supervision, provides intervention and outreach services to persuade and educate Public Health District (PHD) clients and McLennan County Residents to complete actions required to prevent and mitigate communicable diseases.
Minimum Qualifications :
Required :
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of experience in social services or public health programs
- Texas Driver's License
- Specific technical certifications in public health may be required
Essential Functions :
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page .
Why Work For Waco :
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
Do you have at least 1 year of experience in social services or public health programs listed on your application?
Required Question
Salary : $20
