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ID #52438153
Estado Florida
Ciudad Sarasota-bradenton
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente MyFlorida
Showed 2024-09-03
Fecha 2024-09-04
Fecha tope 2024-11-03
Categoría Etcétera
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Health Support Specialist - 64049932

Florida, Sarasota-bradenton, 34243 Sarasota-bradenton USA
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HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST - 64049932 Date: Aug 30, 2024 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: 836476 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST - 64049932Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 64049932 Salary: $33,760.00 - $33,770.00 Posting Closing Date: 09/05/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Your Specific Responsibilities:

Issues WIC benefits and directly distributed formulas according to Department of Health Manual (DHM) 150-24, the FL-WiSE clinic and administrative manuals, and local procedures. Maintains necessary inventories and follows security procedures.

Performs hemoglobin testing and height/length/weight measurements for WIC clients. Records health information obtained. Calibrates and maintains equipment as directed.

Interviews WIC clients and potential WIC clients, provides nutrition education, and documents services in the computer according to DHM 150-24, the FL- WiSE manuals, and local procedures:

Determines WIC income eligibility status

Obtains required demographic data

Advises clients of their rights and obligations

Informs clients of other health and social services

Is prepared to serve clients at the designated opening time

According to the FL-WiSE manuals, procedures, and supervisor’s instructions, prepares computer equipment for daily operation; maintains client files and computer database.

Tracks client participation according to supervisor’s instructions. Contacts clients who have missed appointments by phone or mail.

Follows Department of Health (DOH) personnel rules and regulations and supervisor’s instructions relating to attendance on the job, observation of break times, usage of leave time, and other applicable tasks and behavior. Completes required forms, such as Employee Activity Record (EARs) and People First, for documentation of activities.

Performs other duties and related work as required per supervisor’s instructions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow exact rules, regulations, and procedures

Ability to use a computer, printer, and calculator

Ability to use program related computer software

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to perform anthropometric and hemoglobin tests for WIC clients using appropriate biohazard, safety, and WIC procedures

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Current DOH employee

Valid Florida driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one

Preferred –

Prior WIC experience

Experience performing hemoglobin testing

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:

William L. Little Health & Human Services Building

2200 Ringling Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34237

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.

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.

If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

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. Location: SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237 Nearest Major Market:SarasotaNearest Secondary Market:Tampa

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