Explore national fellowship and internship opportunities
The list includes opportunities with governmental public health agencies, nonprofits organizations, global health initiatives, and more. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, national programs affiliated with the Centers of Disease Control and Preventions (CDC).
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APHL-CDC Bioinformatics Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on bioinformatics for public health professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Biorisk Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on biorisk management with the APHL and CDC
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APHL-CDC Environmental Health Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on environmental health and laboratory sciences with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Food Safety Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on food safety for laboratory professionals with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Infectious Diseases Laboratory Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on infectious diseases and laboratory diagnostics with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Informatics Fellowship
Informatics fellowship with an emphasis on public health data systems with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Quality Management Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on quality management for public health laboratories with the APHL and CDC.
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APHL-CDC Ronald H. Laessig Newborn Screening Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on newborn screening systems in public health with the APHL and CDC.
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Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship (APHIF)
Fellowship in informatics focusing on addressing public health issues through data systems.
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ASPPH/CDC Public Health Fellowship Program
Collaborative fellowship program between ASPPH and the CDC for public health students.
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CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program
Fellowship that places fellows in state or local health departments to address applied epidemiology.
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Emory/CDC Medical Toxicology Fellowship
Fellowship focusing on toxicology in a medical and public health context.
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Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program (LAMRP)
Residency in laboratory animal medicine that blends veterinary science with public health concerns.
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ORISE CDC Research Opportunities
A wide variety of CDC-sponsored research opportunities for graduate and post-graduate students.
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Public Health for All
An inclusive program focusing on increasing public health opportunities for diverse populations.
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Public Health Institute/CDC Global Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on global public health issues with an emphasis on international collaboration.
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SOPHE/CDC Student Fellowship in Injury Prevention and Control
Fellowship for students focusing on injury prevention with the SOPHE and CDC.
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The Pacific Public Health Fellowship Program
Fellowship program targeting public health issues in the Pacific region.
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Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program - Laboratory Leadership Program (UPHFP-LLP)
Fellowship focusing on laboratory leadership in Uganda for public health students and professionals.
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ASA/NCHS Research Fellowship Program
Fellowship focusing on statistical analysis in public health, through the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.
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CDC Dental Public Health Residency Program
Residency program for students interested in public health dentistry.
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CDC Evaluation Fellowship
Fellowship for students in public health evaluation and measurement methods.
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CDC Knowledge Translation and Implementation Science
Fellowship focusing on translating research into public health practice.
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CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness Fellowship and Public Health Analytics and Modeling Track
Fellowship focusing on public health modeling, data analysis, and prevention effectiveness.
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Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS)
Prestigious program that places fellows in epidemiology positions to investigate public health threats.
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Future Leaders in Infections and Global Health Threats (FLIGHT)
Fellowship for emerging leaders in global infectious disease and public health.
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Laboratory Leadership Service
Leadership development program focusing on laboratory sciences in public health.
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Molecular Epidemiology Fellowship
Fellowship for advanced training in molecular epidemiology and public health research.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Academy Health Policy Fellowship
Fellowship combining public health and health policy through the NCHS.
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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Postdoctoral Research Program
Postdoctoral fellowship focusing on health statistics and data analysis.
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Global HIV & TB
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in global HIV and TB control.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in HIV Prevention for Communities of Color
Fellowship focusing on post-doctoral research in HIV prevention in marginalized communities.
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Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program
Highly competitive government-wide program for recent graduates to work in public health and other sectors.
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Public Health AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities to serve in public health settings.
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Public Health Associate Program (PHAP)
A two-year paid fellowship that places associates in state, local, and tribal health departments.
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Public Health Informatics Fellowship Program (PHIFP)
Fellowship that trains public health professionals focusing on informatics systems used in governmental health agencies.
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The Gilstrap OBGYN Fellowship
Fellowship for students focusing on public health in maternal and reproductive health.
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Global Health Corps Fellowship
Fellowship program focusing on global health work.
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CDC Lewis/Ferguson Fellows
Fellowship named after distinguished public health leaders, focusing on mentorship and professional development.
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CDC Public Health Associate Program for Recent Graduates (PHAP)
Similar to PHAP, this program is for recent graduates to work in public health agencies.
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Health Career Connection (HCC)
Internship program for students aiming to pursue careers in health services, with public health agency partnerships.
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New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Public Health AmeriCorps (PHA)
Public Health AmeriCorps program focusing on service opportunities in NYC.
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Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
A program focusing to enhance diversity in health professions, offering a summer internship experience.
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Fellowships and Training Opportunities | CDC
A comprehensive list of fellowships and training opportunities available at the CDC.
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ORISE Fellowships
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RESIDENTIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST 5
We’re looking for a Residential Services Specialist 5 to join our dedicated team at Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center (CLSSC)—a facility committed to providing active treatment and healthcare services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and orthopedic disabilities in the least restrictive environment. As a Residential Services Specialist 5 at CLSSC, you’ll supervise direct care staff and play a vital role in the overall well-being of our residents.
If you’re compassionate, skilled, and ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven setting—this could be the opportunity for you!
Requirements
Three years of training or experience in providing behavioral health or developmentally disabled services or psychiatric patient care; ORThirty-six semester hours in education, psychology, counseling, social work, sociology, child guidance or nursing.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
- Supervises and evaluates the work performance of the Residential Services Specialists. Ensures that ratio is maintained for the oncoming shift.
- Work double shifts according to departmental policy/procedure to ensure supervisor coverage is maintained on each shift.
- Assigns daily work schedules.
- Implements and directs the active treatment program on the assigned home ensuring activities are carried out. Instructs and trains Residential Services Specialist's in resident's active treatment program.
- Completes all forms and routes to the appropriate personnel. Reports all incidents/accident to the shift nurse. Checks, maintains and orders supplies as needed. Completes requisitions needed for supplies, equipment and repairs in living areas. Maintain accurate inventory of resident's clothing and personal belongings.
- May be assigned a group of residents and required to perform all duties of the Residential Services Specialist.
- Directs subordinates in training and guidance of residents in routine and simple self-help skills such as good hygiene, feeding and dressing, good housekeeping and other activities providing personal and social growth.
- May accompany residents to off campus activities, assist with shopping for residents; ride the bus/vans and assist with transferring and securing residents; push residents' wheelchairs for daily activities, holiday parades school plays etc.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probation, Promotion, Demotion, Lateral Transfer, or Detail to Special Duty. Current permanent status, classified employees may be required to accept a Probational appointed if selected.
Work Schedule: Will be required to work 8, 10, 12 or 16 hour shifts, shifts will be determined based on facility needs.Compensation: Special Entrance Rate (SER): $1,458.00 Bi-Weekly
In addition, this position has the following premium pays:
$1.00 | 0 months to less than 6 months |
$1.50 | 6 months to less than 3 years |
$2.00 | 3 years to less than 5 years |
$2.50 | 5 years or greater |
2nd shift evenings 2 pm-10:30 pm | $0.90 |
3rd shift nights 10 pm-6:30 am | $0.50 |
All shifts weekend/Holidays | $0.50 |
$1.50
Preference may be given to permanent classified employees of Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center employees.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf(Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Human Resources
5400 Coliseum Blvd
Alexandria, Louisiana 71303
318-487-5484
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