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Form of workRequisition No: 822047
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH PROGRAM EDUCATOR A - 64086117
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64086117
Salary: 32,760.00 to $34,000.00 annually
Posting Closing Date: 02/14/2024
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This is an open competitive advertisement
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Bay County Health Department in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its vision of being the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work. The incumbent will come to work and exhibit an attitude of friendliness and eager customer service towards all clients and act respectfully and courteously to fellow employees and clients to provide excellent customer service.
HIV Reengagement/Linkage
Locate people living with HIV who are considered “lost-to-care” and reconnecting them with medical/support services.
Work with clinic staff and community partners to expand the outreach and engagement efforts. Identify barriers and assist the client navigate through the linkage to care process. Receive state linkage task assigned by the Regional Linkage Coordinator that require research and completion within 30 days. Track and document state assignment contact attempts. State assignments require 1 attempt within 7 days of receiving the assignment. Contact Attempts can be made by letter, phone call, text message, or field visit. Minimum of 3 contact attempts must be made before closing the linkage record. Assist clients with telehealth visits both in office and in the field.
Ensure newly diagnosed clients are linked to care and support services within 30 days. Complete debriefings with the RLC which assess the effectiveness of each outreach activity. Assignment updates are sent to the RLC monthly to be compiled and reported to the HAP-C quarterly. Assist other prevention & DIS team members locate and contact hard to reach clients. Research multiple data bases to review clients that have previously been dispositioned “lost-to-care” or have not been seen by a provider in 18+ months.
Annually review clients in care with outside providers to ensure adherence. Utilize multiple software platforms to reference and compare data for accuracy. (Accurint, STARS, Careware, HMS, etc.) Update and maintain internal Data To Care tracking history on a monthly basis.
HIV Prevention
Administer rapid HIV & Hepatitis-C antibody test and conduct client centered pre- and post-test counseling including but not limited to risk reduction and referrals. Supports the Health Departments “Testing Tuesdays” in a rotating capacity offering rapid HIV & Hepatitis-C screenings and counseling. Participate in CHD community outreach events providing education, awareness, and rapid testing. Phlebotomy training to draw labs in the field, lab, or mobile medical unit. Maintain current knowledge of HIV/STD transmission and prevention information. In addition, maintain current adherence strategies and policies
EARS and Staff Meetings
Completes all required reporting such as EARS, documentation requirements, requests and assignments correctly and within allotted time frames. Attends staff meetings, in-service trainings and other professional and staff development activities.
Other Duties
Assists in additional office related activities and duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to Work independently.
Qualifications:
Must have a valid Drivers License.
Phlebotomy skills.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Panama City, Florida
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
