Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109 - Hybrid work may be available after successful onboarding and training.

Why you’ll love this position:

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Are you interested in working with statewide partners to promote viral hepatitis prevention activities throughout Missouri? Are you looking for a position that will expand your career? If yes, this position is your opportunity to make an impact. The Bureau of HIV, STD, and Hepatitis (BHSH) is seeking a Public Health Program Specialist to serve as a program coordinator for hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) prevention. If you have a passion for this type of work, then BHSH is the perfect place for you. Are you the right candidate for this position?

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a content expert regarding hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV); including disease process, risk factors, transmission, prevention, testing, and available treatment.
• Assist the Viral Hepatitis Program and Harm Reduction Program in various projects such as educational presentations, conferences, media campaigns, and outreach.
• Establish partnerships and provide technical assistance to external stakeholders in order to leverage resources for the promotion of viral hepatitis prevention activities throughout Missouri. External partners may include Community Based Organizations, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Community Health Centers, Local Public Health Agencies, Hospitals, and other health care providers, etc.
• Exhibit at conferences for the general public, health care providers, and community-based organizations.
• Collaborate with other bureau programs, state agencies, local public health agencies to incorporate hepatitis B and C into existing programs.
• Analyze viral hepatitis data trends and make recommendations for program implementation based on those trends.
• Co-Chair the Missouri Viral Hepatitis Stakeholder Workgroup and the Missouri Hepatitis Elimination Planning Committee.
• Identify hepatitis testing, linkage to care, and treatment resources for Missouri. Evaluate locations or regions with low resources and make program recommendations to address the lack of resources.
• After training, assist the HIV Testing Program with HIV and Hepatitis C rapid testing.
• Create and provide viral hepatitis training and education presentations.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be comfortable presenting information to large groups of people.
• Previous experience and knowledge of public health functions and essential services are beneficial.
• Previous Hepatitis, STD, HIV or communicable diseases knowledge and/or the impacts on populations that are affected is preferred.
• Three or more years of professional experience in public health, mental health, environmental health, education, social services, public or business administration, health care, and/or health care administration. Substitutions may be considered.
• Expertise in working with diverse populations and stakeholders on complex subject matter.
• Some travel may be required for conferences, trainings, program oversight, and/or client services.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Tara McKinney at tara.mckinney@health.mo.gov.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.