Senior Human Services Prog Analyst - 64001880

Requisition No: 823306
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROG ANALYST - 64001880
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64001880
Salary: $39,000.00 - $41,000.00 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2024
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Clay County 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 to be 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.
Disease Interviewing
The primary responsibility of this position includes acting as a community liaison for STD outreach/field work. The individual in this position will interview, re-interview, and conduct cluster interviews for all clients diagnosed with syphilis and/or HIV, their contacts, suspects, and associates and to update STARS. Performs all related case management. As determined by the County Public Health STD Program Manager, performs Pre and Post - Test Counseling for confidential/anonymous HIV test to clients. Conducts Gonorrhea and Chlamydia interviews with pregnant women. These diseases include but not limited to: STD/HIV and other reportable infectious diseases. Enter cases, field records, and document all follow-up into the STARS computer system in a timely and accurate manner. Field records should not be open more than 30 days from the initiation date. Meets timeliness and accuracy standards set by the STD program office. Complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable Privacy Laws.
Community Outreach/Education
Conducts organized community outreach screenings and assists with program planning and special projects to include joint ventures with HIV/AIDS program. This includes educational presentations related to STDs and HIV/AIDS topics to professional and community groups as necessary. Distributes condoms through-out the community to businesses and individuals. Represents the department when needed by active participation in public health outreach activities and local HIV/AIDS planning group using county vehicle.
Field Investigations
Conducts field investigations to locate and successfully refer to examination/treatment those persons known to be infected or suspected of being at risk of infection. These diseases include but not limited to: STD/HIV/TB/Hep B and other reportable infectious diseases. Provides field blood or oral swab testing for syphilis and/or HIV contacts, suspects, associates, and other high-risk individuals. To accomplish their duties, Senior Human Services Program Analyst must: find locating information using person finding software such as LexisNexis, Department of Corrections databases, registries, and hospital/health care electronic medical records. Senior Human Services are responsible for utilizing proven social, behavioral, educational, and sociological tools to identify and overcome barriers to linkage and retention in medical care for HIV clients. Collects specimens by venipuncture, oral swabbing, and/or urine-based techniques for syphilis and/or HIV contacts, suspects, associates, and other high-risk individuals.
Accountability
Maintains 100% accountability by regular submission of the field accountability log, Clinical Report, Monthly Reports, Time, and Attendance through PeopleFirst for supervisor's approval. Recording of Daily Employee Activity Records (EARs) are critical to the Department's operational budget. Based on these requirements, all data must be recorded timely and accurately for compliance with programmatic and administrative guidelines, with no less than 95% compliancy for any given timeframe.
Must complete BLS education within 6 months of employment and renew education every 2 years as provided by the Department.
Performs all the other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of HIPAA.
• Ability to use of all Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge in 500/501 HIV Counseling and Testing.
• Ability to conduct Phlebotomy related duties.
• Ability to drive vehicle to complete job duties.
• Ability to analyze data and client specific information.
• Ability to evaluate and tabulate statistical information.
• Ability to evaluate and document all assigned duties.
• Ability to formulate reports using various work systems.
• Ability to handle time management.
• Ability to convey information to a single person and/or small to large groups.
• Knowledge of computer software including applications and data entry skills.

Qualifications:
Minimum -
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
A valid driver's license and willingness to drive a county vehicle.
Must be willing to attend PASSPORT to Partner Services training within first 6 months of employment.
Must be willing to attend 500/501 training within first 12 months of employment. If you have a valid certificate, the certificate can be uploaded with your application.
Preferred -
At least 6 months of experience in developing and preparing reports and/or presentations.
Valid HIV/AIDS 501 Certification.
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:
3229 Bear Run Boulevard
Orange Park, FL 32065
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.