CONTACT TRACER
CONTACT TRACER
(Community Health Worker)
(Job Opening ID #512448)
Several limited-term contract positions
available with KCMO’s Health Department,
Public Communicable Disease Prevention
Division, 2400 Troost. Normal Work
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00
p.m. As a condition of employment with
the City of KCMO Health Department,
all new employees will be required to
submit or provide documentation of
receiving an influenza (Flu) Vaccination.
Assists with investigation, contact tracing,
and tracking around positive COVID-19
cases. Most work will involve telephone
follow-up directly with cases, contacts to
cases, medical providers as well as the
general public. Proficiency with computers
and clear, detailed written documentation is
also necessary. Responsible for direct data
entry into various computer systems.
Handles confidential information with
extreme discretion. Uses excellent
interpersonal skills to interact professionally
with culturally diverse individuals during a
time of crisis and distress. Critical thinking,
sound judgement and excellent
organizational and communication skills are
essential. REQUIRES high school
graduation; OR an equivalent combination
of qualifying education and experience.
Previous public health experience and/or
proficiency in English and a second
language is a plus. Salary Range:
$18.00/hour. Applications accepted until
positions are filled. Apply online at
www.kcmo.gov/jobs. EOE. The City of
Kansas City, Missouri is an equal
opportunity employer committed to a diverse
workforce.