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    ops human services program specialist - Sanford, United States - State of Florida

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    Requisition No:

    Agency: Department of Health

    Working Title: OPS HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST

    Pay Plan: Temp

    Position Number:

    Salary: $21.00 hourly

    Posting Closing Date: 05/28/2024

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    FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

    IN SEMINOLE COUNTY

    JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

    OPEN COMPETITIVE

    Class Title OPS Human Services Program Specialist

    Salary: $21.00 an hour

    Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

    400 W. Airport Blvd

    Sanford, FL 32773

    This position requires you to have a valid Florida Driver license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. This position may also require you to use your personal vehicle if a state vehicle is not available.

    This highly confidential and specialized position dedicated to providing and assisting clients with community referrals, resources, and linkages to HIV/STD testing, treatment and case management of HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia.

    Provide HIV/STD testing and counseling, assist with specimen collection and processing for STD screening; provide PrEP/PEP education and referrals for target populations; assist with data collection and data entry; organize and participate in outreach events.

    Promote health education events, workshops, conferences, and presentations; establish, build, and maintain community relationships and partnerships to increase community awareness of services offered at DOH-Seminole and the STD program.

    Support community initiatives outside of DOH-Seminole; develop relationships with community-based organizations, groups, faith-based organizations, leaders, and private medical providers. Coordinate community engagement events in collaboration with other community organizations with a health and wellness focus; participate in the development of culturally sensitive, age-appropriate HIV/AIDS, STD, and other health promotion materials and outreach programs.

    Review and update referral and resource materials; develop and organize promotion of programs for linkage to care for people who test positive for HIV at DOH-Seminole, and other local providers. Support Surveillance staff when needed to process labs and to communicate with PMD's for medical information and education.

    Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Personal management of HIV/STD caseloads

    Conducting interviews and re-interviews of persons infected with HIV/STD's

    Conduct field investigations to locate patients and partners who are infected with Syphilis, HIV, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia, and refer them for examination and treatment.

    Perform venipuncture in the field, clinic, and anonymous test sites.

    Provide pre and posttest counseling for HIV.

    Attend scheduled Community Events.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Adolescent prevention program operations. Skill in: basic Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Publisher and Excel. Ability to: Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; work independently.
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management, Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Ability to work independently and as part of a team, Knowledge of basic computer skills and data entry, Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines, Knowledge of community resources and experience working with vulnerable populations is a plus.

    Qualifications:

    • Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an
      emergency. 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:

    400 W. Airport Blvd

    Sanford, FL 32773

    The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

    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

    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:

    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 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 , 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 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 , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.


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