Hiv Linkage And Retention Specialist - Health Services Representative - 64086050 1

Requisition No: 800705
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HIV LINKAGE AND RETENTION SPECIALIST - HEALTH SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE - 64086050 1
Position Number: 64086050
Salary: $43,680.00 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 05/07/2023
BROWARD COUNTY HEALTH DEPRTMENT
HIV LINKAGE AND RETENTION SPECIALIST - HEALTH SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE - 64086050
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PROGRAM
OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY
This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.
We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.
When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a paraprofessional position that reports directly to a Linkage and Retention Supervisor. This position is responsible for client intake, screening, and referral of persons referred under the Test and Treat initiative who require linkage to HIV primary care and health support services. Provides referrals to HIV-negative persons at highest risk of acquiring HIV (including those in sero-discordant relationships) to biomedical intervention services, such as PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) and nPEP (Post-exposure prophylaxis).
Conduct intake interviews and administer program screening instruments to identify range of client needs, barriers to care, and draft a care plan for clients. Maintain good relationships with all community service providers & stake holders. Ensure that clients are linked to community service providers within the established protocols. Enters data information on all clients that are currently being linked to care in the database to ensure continuity of care. The data entered must be accurate and monthly reports are generated and provided to the Linkage to Care Supervisors.
Responds to phone calls from internal and external clients and customers requesting information about Linkage to Care Services and arrange intake appointments when appropriate. Coordinate client care with providers by telephone, as appropriate. Maintain client documentation in accordance with standard of care. Maintain accurate and confidential case records on services provided per Broward County Health Department procedures.
Attend all appropriate meetings as required. Keep the program supervisor apprised of activities, challenges, and needs for assistance.
Perform other related duties as required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
•Do you have experience doing case management, peer support, linkage, or retention to clients with HIV to medical or support services?
•Do you have a valid driver's license?
•Do you have experience conducting interviews?
•Do you have experience working with medical records?
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
•Do you have experience using Provide Enterprise?
•Do you have experience conducting field or home visits?
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:
BROWARD COUNTY
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.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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.
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.