COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICE MANAGER I - 64033862 Date: Jul 1, 2024 Location: ORLANDO, FL, US, 32809 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: 832269 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICE MANAGER I - 64033862Pay Plan: SESPosition Number: 64033862 Salary: $2,884.62 - $3,119.72 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 07/05/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN ORANGE COUNTY JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT INTERNAL AGENCY APPOINTMENT Class Title : Community and Social Service Manager I Position Number : 64033862 Base Salary : $2884.62 - $3119.72 Biweekly Location : 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive - Administration Orlando, FL 32809DOH/Orange is a Tobacco Free Agency. Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department. NOTE: All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this advertisement must be verifiable on your State of Florida, Employment Application. All questions will be verified and must be documented on your application for it to be considered valid. YOUR SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: This is an independent professional management position in the Division of Community Health Promotions and under the direction of the Director of Community Health Promotions. This position will serve as the program manager for the Violence and Injury Prevention program. This position spends the majority of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees’ work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and complete timesheets. This position is also responsible for managing the development, implementation, and evaluation of the violence and injury prevention program activities: Infant Mortality Prevention, Action, Community Collaboration Initiative (IMPACC); Florida Healthy Baby Initiative (FHB); Human Trafficking; Domestic and Sexual Violence; Suicide Prevention; Healthy Aging; and General Safety, to include drowning prevention, motor vehicles, brain injury and opioid. This position is crucial in creating and implementing comprehensive strategies to reduce the incidence of violence and injuries within the Department of Health – Orange and the community. This position plays a key role in identifying risk factors, developing prevention initiatives, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals and communities. Provide day-to-day management and administrative oversight of violence and injury prevention local programs by formulating and implementing current and long-range plans, polices, procedures, regulations, and budget establishment. Supervises, coordinates, directs, and evaluates the performance of direct reports. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and orienting employees; provide ongoing educational opportunities; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; disciplining employees; scheduling; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supervise direct reports including motivating, training, providing guidance, and direction. Ensure all staff complete required training and are offered additional training as applicable. Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports involved in violence and injury prevention efforts. Develop and implement violence and injury prevention programs, policies, and procedures, aligned with organizational goals and best practices. Directs activities in the areas of violence and injury prevention promotion. Provides evidence=based research to support program planning, development, and evaluation. Develop program objectives and allocate resources to address identified needs. Assist in grant management including writing reports, preparing action plans, quarterly reports, work plans, preparing statistical and narrative reports, budget development and monitoring, and attending grant meetings. Coordinate violence and injury prevention promotion and health education programs and activities with other agencies, civic, and professional groups. Evaluates program activities and outreach to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the services and initiates quality improvement processes when necessary. Conduct thorough assessments of violence and injury risks, identifying key areas for intervention and mitigation. Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to violence and injury trends, identifying patterns, and recommending evidence-based interventions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and community partners to design, implement, and evaluate prevention initiatives. Engage with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to foster partnerships and enhance collective efforts in preventing violence and injuries. Collaborates with a wide range of partners to improve the health of the community. Facilitates activities in alignment with public health accreditation standards and measures. Advocates for health promotion and public health education through participation in workshops or on planning boards, health care projects, advisory council, and professional civic organizations. Represent the Health Department on varies committees and coalitions. Develop and deliver training programs to increase awareness and knowledge of violence and injury prevention strategies among staff members, community members, and relevant organizations. Stay informed about current research, trends, and emerging practices in violence and injury prevention, incorporating relevant knowledge into program development. Advocate for policies and regulations that support violence and injury prevention, collaborating with policymakers and advocacy groups. Monitor and report on the progress and effectiveness of violence and injury prevention initiatives, preparing comprehensive reports for stakeholders and management. Perform other public health duties as required including Special Needs Shelter duties and Disaster Preparedness response which may require working beyond normal scheduled hours in the event of emergency, natural disaster, outbreaks, or bioterrorism. Performs other assigned duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of:Proficiency in guiding teams and stakeholders through organizational changes, managing resistance, and facilitating smooth transitions.; financial principles, including budget development, cost estimation, and financial tracking to ensure projects stay within budget; strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and address complex problems, make sound decisions, and implement effective solutions; Knowledge of: basic computer and keyboarding skill and Skilled in WINDOWS, MS OUTLOOK, Internet Explorer, and Excel.
Skill in: Proficiency in project management methodologies, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and resource allocation; to inspire and motivate teams, set clear expectations, and provide guidance to achieve project success; strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, present information, and facilitate discussions.
Ability to: manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines; to develop and execute strategic plans that align with organizational goals and objectives; to identify and engage stakeholders, manage their expectations, and build relationships to ensure project buy-in and support; assess and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, proactively identifying potential obstacles and implementing contingency plans; and foster a collaborative work environment, encourage teamwork, and promote knowledge sharing among team members.
Knowledge of:Violence and injury prevention theories, methodologies, and evidence-based practices. Familiarity with relevant local, state, and national policies and regulations related to violence and injury prevention; proven experience in violence and injury prevention, including program development, implementation, and evaluation.; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and engage with diverse stakeholders. strong organizational skills, ability to train and develop with the ability to effectively educate and raise awareness among different audiences. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a commitment to promoting equity, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity in violence and injury prevention efforts
Ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and written. Ability to plan, organize, and multitask, prioritize work assignments. Ability to be flexible and work flexible hours. Ability to establish trusting relationships and work effectively with community partners; actively listen to others; communicate effectively.Skilled in:networking, and problem solvingKnowledge of:of WINDOWS, MS OUTLOOK, Internet, Explorer, Word, Excel and statistical software.
Minimum Qualifications:
A current Department of Health employee
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public health, health promotion, community health education, or a related field.
Two years of verifiable professional supervisory or management experience.
Verifiable professional violence and prevention experience.
Verifiable professional experience in planning, implementing, conducting, and executing population violence and injury prevention activities, presentations and events related to violence and injury prevention.
One year of verifiable professional experience in collecting, compiling, and analyzing information and data and producing written reports.
One year of verifiable professional experience in developing and managing relationships with key partners, community leaders, organizations, and key stakeholders.
A valid FL driver’s license or state identification card OR a valid driver’s license from another state (you will be required to get a FL driver license within 30 days of hire.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, 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. Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment.
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.
Work Location: 6101 Lake Ellenor Drive Orlando, FL 32809
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. A background screening will be completed on each applicant selected for a position designated as "sensitive" and a drug test will be conducted on each applicant selected for positions designated as "safety sensitive" in accordance with department policies (Background Screening DOHP 60-5-08 and Drug Free Workplace DOHP 60-9-99). . 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
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. Incumbent may be required to perform emergency duty before, during and/or beyond normal business hours and/or days. We request that all applications be completed online with People First. No faxed or mailed applications will be accepted by the agency. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
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 Departments 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.Nearest Major Market:Orlando