PROGRAM MANAGER (SYNDEMIC)

Cook County Health and Hospitals
COMPETITIVE
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1969 Ogden Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 12, 2024
Job Posting : Oct 18, 2024, 3:43:50 PM Closing Date : Nov 18, 2024, 5:59:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time : 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time : 4:30 P.M. Collective Bargaining Unit : None None Posting Salary : COMPETITIVE Organization : Health and Hospital Systems Job Title Department PROGRAM MANAGER (SYNDEMIC) PUBLIC HEALTH This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules. Job Summary The Program Manager is responsible for case investigations, surveillance activities and outbreak investigations in the Communicable Disease (CD) Unit's Tuberculosis (TB) Program, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Diseases and (STI/HIV) Program, and hepatitis C program. They will provide direct supervision to epidemiology/health educator staff working within these programs. The Program Manager collaborates with Enhanced Surveillance and Informatics staff to produce periodic data reports and works closely with CD leadership team to develop and implement holistic infection prevention initiatives to reduce morbidity and mortality among persons at risk for TB, STI/HIV and hepatitis C. The Program Manager assists relevant program staff in meeting performance standards established internally and by the Illinois Department of Public Health. The Program Manager helps staff enforce rules and regulations pertaining to communicable disease control, providing information to healthcare professionals on reporting requirements and control measures for communicable diseases. Typical Duties Serves as the Program Manager for TB, STI/HIV, and hepatitis C (HCV) programs in the CD Unit Works with staff to direct investigations and follow-up activities involving tuberculosis cases, sexually transmitted infections, HIV cases and hepatitis cases Manages clusters and outbreak investigations for TB/STI/HIV/HCV in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Public Health and/or other entities (e.g., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) as necessary Oversees the collection, reporting, analysis and collaborates with CD leadership staff to generate periodic data reports Develops and monitors a central data repository for health indicator data specific to tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis. Assures quality of agency service and health status data reports. When appropriate, presents area and community health data and analytical findings at local, state and national meetings Assists, as appropriate, in all CD-approved research projects including, but not limited to, tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C Assists CD leadership in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of all staff in the CD Unit, but especially those working in TB and STI/HIV programs Monitors case investigation and follow-up for communicable diseases to ensure that they are conducted in accordance with IDPH standards and procedures, including completeness, validity, and accuracy Develops, monitors, and implements productivity metrics and quality projects in collaboration with CD team Develops and maintains protocols and procedures Coordinates activities with staff from other service units, especially in relation to TB/STI/HIVHCV and community outreach, collaboration and education Makes recommendations to health care professionals concerning appropriate control and prevention strategies related to treatment of persons exposed to these various communicable diseases Available for "on-call" duties for communicable disease emergencies on evenings and weekends Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications * Master's degree or higher in epidemiology or biostatistics from an accredited college * Four (4) years professional experience in communicable disease prevention and control in tuberculosis, STI/HIV, hepatitis, or another communicable disease program with Two (2) years of direct supervisory experience * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) * Proficiency in SAS, R, Python or other software/packages used in data science and/or for data analyses * Position may require local travel for which the employee must possess a valid driver's license and insured vehicle or otherwise provide an acceptable and reliable means of transportation Preferred Qualifications * Experience conducting field investigations * Experience using geographical information systems software (GIS) * Experience producing regular surveillance reports * Bilingual Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics * Knowledge of infectious disease epidemiology and basic statistics * Knowledge of computer software packages including word processing, database and spreadsheet software * Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups * Ability to elicit information from and provide information to clients with a variety of educational, social and ethnic backgrounds Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions. VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must: Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?" Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable. OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing. If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION BENEFITS PACKAGE * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Basic Term Life Insurance * Pension Plan * Deferred Compensation Program * Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time * You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/ Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*