Senior Human Services Prog Analyst - 64066836

Requisition No: 824785

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROG ANALYST - 64066836

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64066836

Salary: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 04/05/2024

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Come Join DOH-Team Duval! If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.

Your Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

This position provides support to disease investigations by conducting interviews of patient in clinic and in the field. This position reports directly to the Program Administrator and works in conjunction with clinic staff.

• Observes the ingestion of medications, (pre-bottled, single dose, labeled) in the clinic or field by Direct Observed Therapy (DOT).

• Initiates contact investigation activities to diagnosed cases of communicable diseases.

• Enter, track, and record data into HMS, the electronic medical record.

• Actively attempts to locate lost or non-adherent clients by telephone, home visits and other field investigative activities. Initiates corrective actions to re-establish services.

• Performs phlebotomy and collection of other specimens for laboratory testing and arranges with outsides/hospitals for pick-up and return of x-ray films as needed. Provide transportation via county vehicle for clients to the clinic for medical services as needed.

• Provides education to clients and others about communicable diseases and related topics; other duties as required.

• Attends clinical staff meetings, in-services, seminars and trainings for self-improvement, increased competency, and retention of skills. Participates in the orientation and staff development programs for persons assisting with client care. May oversee the work activities of ancillary personnel. Ensures timely completion of all mandatory training. Ensures accurate and timely submission of employee leave and attendance records, Employee Activity Records (EAR's), and travel vouchers. Performs other related duties.

• Provides services as required during disasters and performs other related duties as required. Travel is performed in relation to above duties. Access to a personal vehicle and a current Florida Driver's License and Nursing License are essential to the performance of the duties described for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Tuberculosis disease process and its implication on the community.

• Knowledge of methods to obtain directions to locations.

• Knowledge of medications, assessment for adverse effects of medications and emergency procedures.

• Ability to spell correctly, use proper grammar and punctuation and to communicate effectively in documentation.

• Ability to work well with others and work independently when needed.

• Ability to conduct fact finding interviews, conduct health investigations, and maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to organize and adapt schedule work assignments.

• Ability to perform venipuncture and tuberculin skin tests.

• Ability to operate a computer, multi-line telephone system, copy machine, and fax machine.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Phlebotomy experience

• Experience working within the area(s) of TB, STD, HIV, and/or family planning education for high-risk client(s).

Preferred:

• Valid State of Florida driver's license

• Valid State of Florida nursing license

• Experience working with Electronic Health Records

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:

Florida Department of Health in Duval County

Central Health Plaza

515 W. 6th Street

Jacksonville, Florida 32202

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.

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