HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64051066
Requisition No: 843830
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64051066
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64051066
Salary: $48,667.58 ANNUAL
Posting Closing Date: 01/10/2025
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BROWARD COUNTY
HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64051066
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE / HIV PREVENTION
INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY
This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.
We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.
When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is a professional position that serves as the trainer for pre- and post- test HIV testing; and provides technical assistance and quality assurance to registered HIV test sites in Broward County.
Serves as a trainer for the HIV/AIDS 500, 501, 501 Update and Train-the -Trainer. Provides HIV/AIDS basics, Sexually Transmitted Diseases and communicable disease presentations. Conducts educational sessions to community providers on Florida’s plan to eliminate HIV transmission and reduce HIV-related deaths. Provides technical assistance to all DOH, CDC HIV grant funded agencies, and agencies with Memorandums of Agreements (MOA). Participates in assigned outreach activities; and appropriately represents the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. Coordinates appropriate materials for distribution and submits monthly and quarterly reports, as required, by supervisor detailing programmatic activities.
Under the direction of the Communicable Disease Director and the Early Intervention Consultant, works with the Contract Management Program to establish, execute and maintain programmatic MOAs using a designated tracking and notification system. Creates and maintains a list of MOA and serves at the Department representative to community providers with active MOA. Assists Communicable Disease and HIV Prevention program staff with disseminating prevention program materials, supplies and incentives. Works with HIV/AIDS Program Manager and the Early Intervention Consultant to identify target populations to be reached by selected interventions and program initiatives.
Works alongside Program Staff to assist in the implementation of the GetPrEPBroward campaign and all of the activities spearheaded by the HIV/AIDS Program. Participates in Broward County Prevention Planning council meetings. Participates in quality improvement activities that assist the HIV/AIDS and communicable disease division of the Florida Department of Health with quality improvement, quality assurance and technical assistance. Performs technical assistance site visits and capacity building opportunities to County Health Department sites, registered test sites in Broward County and the community to promote routine HIV testing in healthcare settings by increasing the knowledge and awareness of the scope of the HIV epidemic in Florida, HIV testing guidelines, legal issues, and resources for third-party billing and reimbursement. Analyzes HIV testing site data and prevention program activities to create and provide reports detailing HIV testing and prevention program activities.
Submits monthly and quarterly reports, as required, by supervisor; and County Health Department Monthly Service Delivery report to the Monitoring and Evaluation Team by the 5th of the month following service delivery.
Attend meetings, in-service trainings, and conferences as requested and as required.
Assist in the planning, coordination and evaluation of testing related events including: National HIV Testing Day, World AIDS Days, and National days of observance. Collaborates with Program Staff and team members of the Communicable Disease Division.
Represents the Florida Department of Health in Broward County at all meetings and trainings assigned to attend. Maintains current input of EARS. Participates in all Disaster Preparedness activities as directed. Coordinates with health and social services according to need.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STI prevention in a public health setting
- Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data
- Knowledge and understanding of new scientific public health approaches to HIV/STI prevention
- Ability to promote open communication on STI related topics and issues surrounding HIV/AIDS without prejudice
- Ability to provide trainings and presentations
- Ability to facilitate group discussions
- Ability to provide HIV counseling and testing
- Ability to draw blood (phlebotomy)
- Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments to meet deadlines
- Ability to collect and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to plan, organize and direct programs or activities
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Possess intermediate level, practiced knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision and work as a part of a team
- Able to maintain confidentiality
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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.
- Current employee of Florida Department of Health. 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.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Working in the field of HIV/AIDS and STI prevention in a public health setting.
- Ability to openly communication HIV and other STI related topics and issues without bias.
- Experience providing trainings, presentations and outreach.
- Experience providing technical assistance to registered HIV testing sites.
- Experience providing HIV/AIDS 500/501 Trainings.
- Available to work nights and weekends as required by program needs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid HIV/AIDS 500 / 501 Certification.
- Experience utilizing the Counseling Testing and Linkage System (CTLS) to document or review HIV testing activities.
- Minimum of six (6) months of experience providing technical assistance to registered HIV testing sites.
- Minimum of six (6) months of experience providing HIV/AIDS 500/501 Trainings.
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:
BROWARD COUNTY
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.
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.
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, US, 33315
Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami