Tilahun Belay
Public Health Officer
Columbia,MD
Summary
Committed, knowledgeable public health professional with more than 6 years’ hands-on experience bolstered by degrees in public and environmental health sciences.
Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education. Effective at developing classes and materials to educate community members on chronic disease management and health improvement strategies. Versed in available resources with skill in supporting individuals navigating healthcare programs. Dedicated healthcare professional adept at coordinating training, paperwork and specific community-based resources. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational goals.
Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Work on the front lines to promote independent living and improve quality of life people diagnosed with Autism, Down syndrome, and Alcohol Fetal Syndrome. Assist in primary and secondary activities of daily living, coordinate transportation to work and community activities, and offer physical and social support.
Diligent COVID-19 Contact Tracer lends expert assessment and monitoring for patients and close contacts. Detail-oriented approach to assessing, tracking and managing complex health surveys and exposure data. Adept at maintaining and organizing daily interactions with affected persons, providing education and information regarding mandated policies and recommended measures. Expert navigation of complex contact-tracing software, systems and policy to safely streamline healing process.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigator
Department Of Health
Addis Abeba, Addis Abeba Administrations
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with public health and local facilities to support isolation and quarantine of individuals.
- Offered basic guidance regarding testing and medical consultation for those exposed to people with COVID-19.
- Reached out to people newly diagnosed with COVID-19 to determine contact histories and potential exposures.
- Collected and recorded information in electronic medical records.
- Contacted people exposed to individuals with COVID-19, assessed symptoms and referred for testing.
- Communicated with documented COVID-19 patients and other exposed persons via phone call, text, e-mail and other platforms.
- Provided educational and informational resources regarding isolation policies and quarantine measures.
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
Support Staff Assistant
ARC (People With Intellectual &Mental Development)
Columbia , MD
01.2012 - 03.2020
- Information and referral services
- Individual advocacy to address education and employment
- Residential support
- Family support
- Leisure and recreational programs.
- Answered telephone and assisted callers by providing information or directing to appropriate employee.
- Attended training sessions to stay updated on procedures and services.
- Communicated with clients on behalf of staff to relay messages and information.
- Assisted employees with making copies, sending faxes and filing paperwork.
Health Extension Workers Trainer and Supervisor
Department Of Health
Kosober, Region 3
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to employees.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for production positions.
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Performed annual evaluations and reviews for large staff of employees.
HIV/AIDS & STDs Health Educator
Department Of Health
Debre-Tabor, Region 3
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Assisted with development of improved seminars and training materials.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Helped programs improve outreach efforts and results with fresh designs for educational materials and visual aids.
- Partnered with agencies and organizations driving improvements in community health.
- Prepared presentations on health and safety concerns for public.
- Assisted local and state governments and community agencies with developing health education programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Gondar
Ethiopia09.2009
Associate of Science - Environmental Health Science
Debub University
Ethiopia07.2006
Skills
- Self-motivated professional
- Collaboration
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Microsoft Office
- Good listening skills
- Team Building
- Responsible
- Decision Making
- Multitasking abilities
- Computer proficiency
- Interpersonal Communication
- Adaptability
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Certification & Training
Certifications & Training:
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigator
- Save the Children_Community Fundraising Ambassador
- CPR/First Aid
- Health Extension Packages for Trainers
- HIV/AIDS Education & Counseling
Timeline
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigator
Department Of Health
09.2021 - Current
Support Staff Assistant
ARC (People With Intellectual &Mental Development)
01.2012 - 03.2020
Health Extension Workers Trainer and Supervisor
Department Of Health
06.2008 - 08.2010
HIV/AIDS & STDs Health Educator
Department Of Health
09.2006 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Gondar
Associate of Science - Environmental Health Science
Debub University
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
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