Position Type:
Support Staff/Contact Tracing
Date Posted:
1/24/2023
Location:
Student & Family Support Services
Date Available:
As Soon As Possible
Closing Date:
01/31/2023
Contact Tracer, 8.0 hrs/day (1.0 FTE), Full Time, Temporary
**This is a temporary assignment with benefits, ending June 30, 2023**
The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
The North Clackamas School District is a growing district on Portland's east side. North Clackamas is known for its high quality of living. With approximately 2,000 employees, North Clackamas is nationally recognized for outstanding programs supported by the efficient utilization of resources. The North Clackamas community expects, and school leaders ensure, accountable and transparent investments that place funding as close to the student as possible.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position focuses on activities involving people who may have been exposed to the virus, through close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19 or tested positive to COVID 19.
The contact tracer is responsible for coordinating outreach to people (contacts) who have been exposed to COVID-19 or tested positive and providing health education and guidance to interrupt ongoing disease transmission. Dialogue with contacts will be guided by standard protocols to obtain any symptom history and other relevant health information, provide instructions for isolation or quarantine, and make appropriate referrals to testing, clinical services, and other essential support services.
COMPENSATION:
Initial wage placement according to NCSD/OSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
HOURLY RATE: (22-23 SY) D2 - $19.24 per hour
*Internal Candidates - placement will be according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Retirement Plan Contributions
North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.
SCHEDULE: TBD, depending on department needs
WORK CALENDAR: 260 day
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent with up to two years of applicable community experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, emotional intelligence
- Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns
- Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback
- Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships
- Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree or equivalent with up to one year of applicable community experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with no experience.
- Bilingual and bicultural skills.
- Strong knowledge of schools and education programs.
- Skills in developing and maintaining relationships with a diverse community.
- Strong understanding and history of successful customer service and ability to establish and maintain effective relations with patrons and staff.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate and coordinate with a team to efficiently complete contact tracing and notification.
- Collaboratively create and share documentation that provides guidance on procedures and processes related to COVID-19.
- Provide support and direction as needed to district staff in response to COVID-19 related issues.
- Assure confidentiality and carry out efforts to locate and communicate in a manner that preserves the confidentiality and privacy of all involved.
- Obtain and document relevant information, including contact demographics, underlying medical conditions, and other risk factors.
- Initiate prompt communication with people exposed to COVID-19 or tested positive (contacts) through text, phone calls, email, and other communication platforms as necessary.
- Notify the contact of their exposure to COVID-19, following a script or guidance to provide COVID-19 health education.
- Ensure and document pertinent information in COVID-19 contact tracing forms, and conduct data entry into health department data/surveillance systems.
- Participate in trainings, regular program meetings in order to ensure and enhance the quality of contact notification activities and program outcomes.
- Develops and delivers team and staff training as needed.
- Participates in assessment of the contact tracing effectiveness and/or changing needs.
- Fosters a culture of support, collaboration and teamwork that assures the program is responsive and sensitive to the needs of students, parents and school staff.
- Employ dynamic communication and interpersonal skills, cultural competency/sensitivity, tactful language, and empathetic interviewing skills to build rapport and maintain trust with patients of varied backgrounds.
- Conducts research and prepares reports and background Information. Gathers background information and material; conducts preliminary record, hard copy, or online research to gather data and information as needed.
- Utilize a computer, tablet, and/or cell phone with appropriate access to required applications, databases, and/or web-based platforms, daily. Adhering to protocols for completeness, timeliness, and frequency.
- Adheres to and follows district policies and procedures, state and federal laws related to employment in a public education system.
- Works in a flexible schedule according to need and at the discretion of the supervisor to meet the needs of families and community members.
Performs other duties assigned.
Please refer to the job descriptions for detailed information.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law.
The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans’ status. The following position has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination: Title IX Coordinator, 12400 SE Freeman Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222, 503.353.6128.
For employment related information, please go to our Human Resources employment page at https://www.nclack.k12.or.us/hr/page/careers-ncsd
As a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. "Fully vaccinated" is defined as 14 days after receiving all required doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine (currently two shots of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one shot of Johnson & Johnson vaccine). You must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Exceptions may be made only for eligible medical or religious reasons. OAR 333-019-1030.