HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64001767

Requisition No: 848068 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64001767

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64001767 

Salary:  $52,000 - $57,000 

Posting Closing Date: 03/19/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a high-level professional position responsible for Community Health Improvement activities and projects in the office of Community Health within the Department of Health in Sarasota County.  This position is responsible for the Community Health Assessment, Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), and projects related to the CHIP. Additionally, this position is key to quality-of-life work of the agency and serves as the Minority Health Liaison for the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE). Must be tobacco and nicotine free. This position reports to the Program Administrator-SES of the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County.

1. Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan
   1. Responsible for coordinating activities related to the Community Health Assessment and producing a report for the community as required as least every five years
   2. Coordinates community planning and implementation of Community Health Improvement Plan projects related to the Sarasota County Community Health Assessment
   3. Writes time specific and measurable goals and objectives for the Community Health Improvement Plan related to the health needs identified in the Community Health Assessment
   4. Engages key community stakeholders in the planning and implementation of the Community Health Assessment and Plan
   5. Works with health promotion and public health education staff to plan, implement and evaluate health promotion programs based on community needs
   6. Responsible for tracking activities outlined in the Community Health Improvement Plan and reporting actions regularly to key internal and external stakeholders
   7. Completes special assignments such as preparation of annual reports, strategic plans, etc. and preparation, implementation and evaluation of annual plans, goals and objectives related to the Sarasota County Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan
   8. Assures State guidelines are followed, and reports are submitted in a timely manner
   9. Reports quarterly progress on plans to the Performance Management Council

2. Quality of Life
   1. Serve as agency’s expert on quality of life and is the Minority Health Liaison
   2. Attends state and local meetings and training on quality of life and minority health
   3. Responsible for the Quality of Life Plan and routine and required updates
   4. Responsible for the annual report and other reports required by the OMHHE
   5. Coordinates the Quality of Life Team, Quality of Life Taskforce, and Quality of Life Coalition including meeting notices and meeting summaries
   6. Assures quality of life is incorporated in project planning and implementation with internal departments and through community projects and program
3. Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) Leadership Council
   1. Engages and provides updates to the CHIP Leadership Council related to the Community Health Assessment and the Community Health Improvement Plan
   2. Represents DOH-Sarasota at community meetings and serves on councils, boards and task forces related to the Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan as needed
   3. Provides assistance related to activities of the CHIP Leadership Council meeting and Healthy Sarasota County program initiatives
4. Miscellaneous Activities
   1. Attends team meetings, DOH-Sarasota staff meetings and participates in staff development activities as required
   2. Maintains client confidentiality in a manner consistent with Florida Statutes and DOH policy
   3. Performs related duties as necessary with adjustable scheduling
   4. Provides support for other initiatives such as Healthy Communities, Community Health Action Teams, and Tobacco Use Prevention

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to independently prepare written materials
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and the public
• Ability to interact appropriately with others and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to adjust to changes in work environment and responsibilities
• Ability to operate various machines and equipment such as word processors, computers, typewriters, copiers, and fax machines, etc.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• One to three years of experience working for a public health agency or nonprofit

Preferred –

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in public health, community and environmental planning, or other related field
• Three to five years of experience working for a public health agency or nonprofit

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 Center

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 clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.