HEALTH PROGRAM EDUCATOR B - 64054405

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an intermediate level professional position required to perform a full range of assignments under the general supervision of the Human Services Program Manager – SES in the Community Programs section. The primary responsibilities include mobilizing partners to address health gaps among underserved populations at a higher risk and building community capacity that includes traditional public health organizations and non-traditional partners to reach disproportionately affected populations with tailored programs and practices for healthcare strategies.

Convenes and facilitates a multi-sector community health coalition that includes members of underserved communities and organizations that serve the community. Builds cross-sectional partnerships to align public health healthcare and non-health interventions that decrease health gaps. Engages partners to collect data, report on progress, and assist with project tasks. Coordinates presentations to coalition members, updating them on the projects’ progress, issues encountered, partner recruitment, and data tracking. Coordinates/participates in activities/events that support the improvement of residents’ health status.

Supports County Health Department (CHD) activities and outreaches to increase access to health-related services to populations that are underserved. Assists with the development of all foundational plans and ensures all foundational plans include an optimal health focus. Maintains and collaborates with a CHD team consisting of staff from various program areas to administer and promote an assessment to identify professional opportunities that support the implementation of priority health area projects, as needed. Facilitates training opportunities for CHD staff and other community partners to increase their capacity to address health priority areas.

Oversees administration and reporting of county community health work plan and budget. Coordinates any contracted services related to the health improvement plan. Tracks priority area projects goals, objectives, activities and update data quarterly. Provides information as requested. Disseminates information monthly to the appropriate partners regarding training, resources, events, grant opportunities, health care access and quality, best practices, etc. Identifies grant opportunities. Maintains documentation of requested and disseminated resources.

Serves as a back-up for client satisfaction duties. Attends professional development and training.

All other duties assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong project coordination, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret health-related data
• Ability to build and maintain community partnerships
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of public health principles and population-based health strategies
• Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and record keeping
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds and stand for extended periods of time

Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license

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:

Panama City, Florida

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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.    

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.