OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64945188

Requisition No: 838191 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64945188

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64945188 

Salary:  $45,000-$55,000 

Posting Closing Date: 10/15/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist in the coordination and documentation of health education messaging, community outreach events and activities as outlined in the CHP workplan.

• Assist in the coordination and documentation of outreach events and community spotlights submissions.
• Disseminate information to the appropriate partners regarding, resources, events, grant opportunities, health care access and quality, best practices, etc. monthly.
• Maintain documentation of requested and disseminated resources.
• Attend and participate in the meetings and coalitions that serve the community.
• Increase the number of community partners and/or collaborations in projects.
• Update Coalition members on CHD health messaging projects, events, issues, partner recruitment, and data tracking. 
• Maintain a professional and effective working relationship with external organizations that address health disparities.
• Maintain resource guide of local agencies and organizations.
• Update FDOH-Nassau Community Health SharePoint Events Calendar
• Conduct planning and preparation for our reach events. Prepare weekly outreach after action reports.
• Attend conference calls, trainings, and webinars regularly for professional development.
• Lead or co-lead at least 4 quarterly (CHD internal) meetings, activities, or events.
• Coordinate/participate in activities/events that support the improvement of resident’s health status. 
• Track priority area projects goals, objectives, activities in the FDOH Clear Point tracking system and update data monthly. 
• Serve on one (1) internal committee such as Employee Wellness Committee, Workforce Development, Performance Management Council, Customer satisfaction or Safety committees.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Skill in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and computer navigation.
• Skill in identifying community related needs and how to engage and refer to those needs.
• Ability to use various communication channels to provide education/training to audiences of varying literacy and comprehension levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and navigate PIMs computer application.
• Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate minority health needs.
• Ability to learn and remain in compliance with all Florida Department of Health policies and internal operating procedures and Florida Statutes while completing job duties.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to reach, pull, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Health Education, or Public Health or other health-related degree
• 1 year professional experience in providing health education services.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office (i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred:

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including needs assessments techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques.
• Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual development plans, and test design principles.

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:

Fernandina Beach, FL

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:

NOTE:  Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. 

Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.