OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 65650074

Requisition No: 840335 

Agency: Elder Affairs

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 65650074

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 65650074 

Salary:  $15.00-$25.90 HOURLY 

Posting Closing Date: 11/05/2024 

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DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS

ELDER OPPORTUNITIES

*****OPEN COMPETITIVE*****

ATTENTION CANDIDATES

Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.

• Include supervisor names and phone numbers of all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment for 3 months or more MUST be addressed on application.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.  
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
• Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.
• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please contact the FRS to determine if your current benefits may be affected if you are reemployed with the State of Florida in an FRS-covered position.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed invalid depending upon the date of your retirement. 

• If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214).
• If claiming Right to First Interview, candidates MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying.
• All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.

PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE AGENCY. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE PEOPLE FIRST SYSTEM.

Mission Statement: To promote the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida’s elders, their families, and caregivers.

Vision Statement: For all Floridians to live well and age well.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with a desire to share our Agency’s mission to promote the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida's seniors, their families, and caregivers, and the vision for all Floridians to live well and age well.  If you have good judgment, a desire to enrich the lives of others, and share our mission and vision, please consider joining our team.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK:

The Department of Elder Affairs is in the Southwood Office complex in Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City.  Lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads Tallahassee combines traditional charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities, Tallahassee has a vibrant art and music scene, stately gardens, as well as a vast number of nature trails for those who love the outdoors.  Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job and those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. Also, with no state income tax, Florida is a great place to work regardless of where you are on the career ladder. For more information about Tallahassee, please visit:  https://www.talchamber.com/visit-tallahassee/.

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 employee benefits including:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*).  For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to:  https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).  (For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com)
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan).  (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A Hope Navigator is a professional position in the Division of Elder Opportunities responsible for helping customers who are in crisis navigate through self-identified barriers, that are preventing them from meeting their immediate needs.  The Hope Navigator assists the customer by connecting them to partners and available resources, to address the customer’s immediate needs.  The duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• The Hope Navigator shall conduct an assessment to identify the customer’s immediate needs. 
• They shall provide the customer with referrals to partners that can assist the customer with services to meet their needs.
• Assisting customers in identifying and applying for appropriate benefits and services, providing referrals to other state agencies and other resources to support seniors and their families.
• Conducting an extensive customer centered assessment to identify barriers preventing self-sufficiency.  They shall provide the customer with referrals to partners that can assist the customer with services to meet their needs.
• Completes customer referrals to community resources based on the need’s assessment, identified barriers and goals set in the care plan. Assisting seniors with identifying and engaging seniors and community supports, as well as discussing and making referrals for immediate service needs.
• Maintains frequent communication with customers, reassesses needs, and completes additional referrals and updates to the care plan if needed. Acting as a navigator for customers regarding available program services and optional methods of attaining self-sufficiency goals.   
• Identifying and maintaining a working knowledge of available community resources to meet the individual needs of each senior and ensures the connection of seniors and caregivers to relevant community resources and support.
• Documenting all pertinent information and ensures that all appropriate forms, such as, but not limited to, the assessment and care plan are completed and uploaded into the program data tracking system accurately and timely. Provides follow-up and monitors connections to service delivery. Preparing correspondence, case notes, narratives, technical reports, notifications, and related documents using computer-based applications.
• Building and maintaining relationships with respect, trust, sensitivity and confidentiality to customer, coworkers and community stakeholders and partners. 
• Participating in strategic planning and quality improvement processes. Actively participating in ongoing cross-program training and team meetings.
• Incumbents may be required to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency duties required of the incumbent include working in or at shelters including those for special needs, in collaboration with other state agencies, partners, Muti Agency Resource Centers (MARCs), Disaster Recovery Centers, (DRCs), Points of Distribution (PODs), performing canvassing, and performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. The incumbent may need to work outside in hot or cold temperatures, be able to lift up to 15 lbs., and stand for extended periods.
• Perform special assignments and other related duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Elder Rights Bureau Chief and the Division Director. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Possess strong written and oral communication skills, required for public speaking and report writing, uses correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Is detail oriented and able to enter data accurately into a computerized system. Able to navigate multiple computer screens, applications, and online research engines. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Windows Operating environments and Office Suite products to include Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and SharePoint.

• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate records, reports, correspondence, and other documentation in a logical format within established timeframes.
• Ability to demonstrate a professional and courteous demeanor.  Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff.  Ability to work independently and with teams at the unit and agency where appropriate. 
• Willing and able to make decisions and exercise sound judgment; to accept responsibility for one’s own actions and decisions; to adapt to changes in work assignments, procedures, and technology; and to be committed to improving individual performance.
• Willing and able to follow written and oral directions and instructions from management and carry out the directives of persons with duly delegated authority.
• Willing and able to resolve any differences with management in a constructive manner and accept and abide by management’s direction and decisions.
• Possess strong project coordination abilities. Must be able to produce a high-quality, accurate project within the given deadline.
• Ability to travel statewide.  Ability to lift and carry a laptop and associated documents and equipment for training (up to fifteen pounds).
• Understand methods of data collection and analysis; have ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials; utilize problem solving techniques; research, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Florida Driver License.
• Occasional travel, 25%.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Preference will be given to the Department of Elder Affairs employees.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:

A Successful completion of a Level 2 Criminal History Background Check is required for all applicants selected for this position.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Applicants should apply on-line via the People First Website https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of the position vacancy advertisement but are strongly encouraged to apply by 6:00 p.m. on the closing date to avoid any system down times or any other complications that may arise.

If you have problems applying on-line, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Paper applications will not be accepted by the agency.

The Department of Elder Affairs is an "older worker-friendly" employer and also lists vacancies on the Silver Edition website, found at http://silver.employflorida.com, that connects persons age 50 and older with other businesses/volunteer organizations/employers who specify they are "older worker-friendly."

The Department of Elder Affairs is an E-Verify employer and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each New Employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work eligibility.

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.