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SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64034088
Florida State Jobs, Gainesville, Florida, United States, 32601
Senior Health Educator - 64034088
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. This is a highly responsible professional position with lead responsibility for early intervention activities in Area 3 and 13 areas of the state. It is a position that interacts with the community and faith-based organizations as well as health departments in 15 counties. This position has statewide responsibilities as a trainer. This position is assigned to and stationed at the Florida Department of Health, Alachua County and reports to the Health Services Manager for the area. The incumbent will ensure an effective training system exists in Area 3 and 13. Conducts and/or oversees training: 500, 501, 501 Updates, Train-the-Trainer, Forms, etc. Provides technical assistance and guidance to area county health department and community-based organization trainers. Evaluates area training program and takes steps as needed to ensure accessibility, availability, cultural competence, and standardization. Completes associated paperwork; and ensures all area trainers meet the requirements of the TAG: 345-17-13 (IOP 360-07). The incumbent will participate in quality improvement and technical assistance activities for the area. Assists Prevention Program staff with QI/TA site visits. Provides follow-up of Prevention Program QI/TA site visit issues to the HIV Counseling and Testing Field Services Representative. Performs periodic QI visits and TA visits (as needed) to CHDs and registered test sites for the area and provides appropriate follow-up. As applicable, maintains adequate quality control documentation related to: Forms distribution. OraSure distribution and logs. Testing-related supplies and materials. Incentives, promotional items, and literature. Training. Registration of new HIV testing sites. Annual reregistration compliance of existing HIV testing sites. Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs); and post-test counseling rates and other data as appropriate. The EIC will coordinate the Apertude Pilot Program provide a monthly report to the Health Office during the monthly meeting via telecall, with a copy to their Supervisor/Manager. Manage county condom distribution for the 15-county area. The incumbent will fill the role as Early Intervention Consultant (EIC) as prescribed by the Bureau of HIV/Aids. Attend face-to-face EIC meetings or conference calls and distribute appropriate information to the staff and community. Provide regular feedback to the Health Services Manager on all activities. Conduct annual workplan and monthly reports of activities. Attend all mandatory trainings and staff meetings. Performs all other duties assigned. Knowledge of HIV and applicable laws and rules including DOH. Must be organized and knowledge of computer systems. Minimum - Must have good customer service skills and work well with others. Work experience in a healthcare or human service field or an associate degree in a healthcare or human service field. Driver's License, if out of state a Florida Driver's License is required within 30 days of hire. Minimum of one year experience working in an HIV/STD testing and/or counseling position, working at disease prevention related and/or patient coordination/navigation. Minimum of one year experience in community engagement, public speaking, or giving community presentations. Willing to periodically work before and/or after work hours, including weekends to organize and participate in outreach events. Preferred - Bachelor's Degree or higher in a healthcare or human service field. One or more years in a lead position. 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: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence. Where You Will Work: DOH-Alachua 224 SE 24th Street Gainesville FL 32641 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; Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! 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. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. 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 Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. This is a highly responsible professional position with lead responsibility for early intervention activities in Area 3 and 13 areas of the state. It is a position that interacts with the community and faith-based organizations as well as health departments in 15 counties. This position has statewide responsibilities as a trainer. This position is assigned to and stationed at the Florida Department of Health, Alachua County and reports to the Health Services Manager for the area. The incumbent will ensure an effective training system exists in Area 3 and 13. Conducts and/or oversees training: 500, 501, 501 Updates, Train-the-Trainer, Forms, etc. Provides technical assistance and guidance to area county health department and community-based organization trainers. Evaluates area training program and takes steps as needed to ensure accessibility, availability, cultural competence, and standardization. Completes associated paperwork; and ensures all area trainers meet the requirements of the TAG: 345-17-13 (IOP 360-07). The incumbent will participate in quality improvement and technical assistance activities for the area. Assists Prevention Program staff with QI/TA site visits. Provides follow-up of Prevention Program QI/TA site visit issues to the HIV Counseling and Testing Field Services Representative. Performs periodic QI visits and TA visits (as needed) to CHDs and registered test sites for the area and provides appropriate follow-up. As applicable, maintains adequate quality control documentation related to: Forms distribution. OraSure distribution and logs. Testing-related supplies and materials. Incentives, promotional items, and literature. Training. Registration of new HIV testing sites. Annual reregistration compliance of existing HIV testing sites. Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs); and post-test counseling rates and other data as appropriate. The EIC will coordinate the Apertude Pilot Program provide a monthly report to the Health Office during the monthly meeting via telecall, with a copy to their Supervisor/Manager. Manage county condom distribution for the 15-county area. The incumbent will fill the role as Early Intervention Consultant (EIC) as prescribed by the Bureau of HIV/Aids. Attend face-to-face EIC meetings or conference calls and distribute appropriate information to the staff and community. Provide regular feedback to the Health Services Manager on all activities. Conduct annual workplan and monthly reports of activities. Attend all mandatory trainings and staff meetings. Performs all other duties assigned. Knowledge of HIV and applicable laws and rules including DOH. Must be organized and knowledge of computer systems. Minimum - Must have good customer service skills and work well with others. Work experience in a healthcare or human service field or an associate degree in a healthcare or human service field. Driver's License, if out of state a Florida Driver's License is required within 30 days of hire. Minimum of one year experience working in an HIV/STD testing and/or counseling position, working at disease prevention related and/or patient coordination/navigation. Minimum of one year experience in community engagement, public speaking, or giving community presentations. Willing to periodically work before and/or after work hours, including weekends to organize and participate in outreach events. Preferred - Bachelor's Degree or higher in a healthcare or human service field. One or more years in a lead position. 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: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence. Where You Will Work: DOH-Alachua 224 SE 24th Street Gainesville FL 32641 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; Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! 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. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. 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.