HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64004352 Date: May 17, 2024 Location: GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32641 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 829521 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64004352Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 64004352 Salary: $42,000 - $43,000 Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH- INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY Your Specific Responsibilities: Attend the HIV clinics at the Alachua County Health Department. Attend HIV clinics at the Alachua County Health Department 5 days a week. This position is a 5 day a week, 40 hours a week position. Be available to the attending physician. See clients in clinic, both case managed, and non- case managed. Document interactions with client in client’s electronic medical record. For case managed clients, provided written documentation on interactions to appropriate case manager. Provide social service information/referrals as needed. Will see and assist clients in the PrEP clinic as needed. Will see and assist clients in the Test and Treat clinic as needed. Receive and coordinate medical referrals. This includes but is not limited to referrals from HIV clinics, but any other Health Department clinic that a HIV client may attend. Document efforts in handing referrals in client’s electronic medical record. If case managed provide written documentation on referrals to the appropriate case manager. Completes EARS daily. Attend and participate in staff meeting and training programs. Performs other duties as assigned, this includes but is not limited to Emergency duty. During Emergency duty: works during and beyond normal work hours or days in the event of emergency operations. Functions required include but are not limited to Special Needs Shelters, Red Cross Shelters or other emergency functions. At all times maintains confidential information such as social security numbers, medical information, and other confidential data in a secure manner. The incumbent has a need to access records containing SSNs for the performance of their duties. Respects the confidentiality of related issues by not discussing with unauthorized staff. Ensures discussions held between staff cannot be overheard by unauthorized staff. Reports suspected breaches of security to supervisor immediately. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of social, economic, rehab or health care services, administration or planning. Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing. Ability to develop program manuals, policies, procedures, standards, rules. Ability to conduct research. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and written. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to use Microsoft Office. Qualifications: Minimum – Highschool diploma Driver’s License Microsoft experience Preferred – Clinical/Doctor’s office experience 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: Work Location 224 SE 24th St Gainesville Fl 32641 with travel up to 25% 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 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.
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 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Gainesville