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Form of workRequisition No: 821056
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64959453
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64959453
Salary: $22.50 hourly
Posting Closing Date: 01/28/2024
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
IN SEMINOLE COUNTY
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Internal Agency
Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees).
Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.
Class Title: OPS Human Services Program Specialist
Base Salary: $22.50 an hour
Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County
400 W. Airport Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The incumbent in this position will perform intervention interviews and work independently under the immediate supervision of the Operations and Management Consultant Manager. The incumbent in this position performs HIV/STD intervention and prevention services, as per protocols, intervention interviews, partner referrals, professional client education that is aimed at reducing the risk of infection. All work is performed observing strict security and confidentiality laws regarding patient information, maintaining information in accordance with state and federal statues, rules and regulations along with Department of Health Polices, Protocols and Procedures. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Personal management of STD/ HIV/ client case load including interviews re-interviews and interviews for infected clients and their sex partners, and close contacts. Provides HIV pre and posttest counseling both anonymously and confidentially and partner notification as indicated necessary. Also participates in the reporting process of HIV infection.
Conducts field investigations to locate and refer for examination those persons suspected to be a high risk of infection for STD/HIV. Field investigations include: field interviews, locating HIV/STD patients and returning them to treatment, screening and blood tests while maintaining strict security regarding client records, client identity and the release of information about their care.
Will assist with maintaining patient flow as needed which includes obtaining pertinent past medical histories for medical charts and documentation of patient symptoms for STD/HIV clients. in the absence of designated staff this is to include STD counseling and education. Referrals to other programs are conducted based on the customer's needs.
Performs venipuncture in the field, clinic and anonymous test sites as necessary and participates in health fair screenings, utilizing universal precautions at all times.
Provides technical assistance and participates in a program of surveillance on matters related to STD/HIV with private physicians, hospitals, clinics and laboratory personnel in confirming laboratory results, diagnosis and treatment of patients while adhering to laws governing confidentiality.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge of: effective interpersonal skills; computer software applications. Skill in: effective written and verbal English communication. Ability to: perform basic computer operations; successfully complete venipuncture, HIV/AIDS 501 and Introduction to Sexually Transmitted Disease Intervention (ISTDI) training within 6 months of employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum-
- Current Florida Department of Health employee
- Experience working in the areas of HIV/STD/Hepatitis or other Communicable Diseases
- Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of anemergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters,or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
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:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
- Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
- Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
- Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
- Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
- Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
- 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.
