HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR II - 64005942

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Job posting category “Anticipated Vacancy” (Open Competitive) “Pending Reclassification”

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible position in the Healthy Start Program of the Franklin and Gulf County Health Departments, working to reduce infant mortality rates and improve pregnancy and related health outcomes. This position will be directly responsible for intakes, care coordination and case management activities of the Healthy Start Program. It is a sensitive position that is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under his/her control and is under the supervision of the Senior Human Services Program Specialist-SES.  Frequent travel is required throughout Gulf and Franklin Counties.

Provides comprehensive care coordination and home visiting services to women, children, and families enrolled in the Healthy Start Franklin-Gulf program.  This includes - but is not limited to - comprehensive initial assessments, case management, child developmental screenings and education, mental health screenings, prenatal and postpartum education, breastfeeding education and support, tobacco education and support, inter-conceptional counseling, assisting families with goal setting, and linking families with community resources/services as outlined in the Healthy Start contracted deliverables and Standards and Guidelines.  Documentation of all services provided is completed in accordance with the Healthy Start contract and Healthy Start Standards and Guidelines.

Conduct intakes and assess health care and social service needs of incoming prenatal and infant/child CIR/Healthy Start referrals for eligible women and children in accordance with the Healthy Start contract and Healthy Start Standards and Guidelines.

Works collaboratively with the Healthy Start Coalition, Healthy Families Franklin/Wakulla/Gulf program, WIC, other community programs and resources, prenatal & pediatric providers to ensure services are being provided to maximize families’ health, well-being, and self-sufficiency.  This includes attending community meetings, networking events, and community education forums to promote relationships and develop resources for the program.

Serves as Car Seat Technician Proxy for Franklin and Gulf health departments.  Maintains car seat technician certification.  Participate in staff meetings, Coalition meetings, trainings, on-site monitoring of the Healthy Start Franklin-Gulf program and attends the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) case review meetings. 

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Sr. Human Services Program Specialist-SES or DOH Franklin/Gulf Administrator.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Judgement and decision-making abilities; good problem-solving abilities; knowledge of community resources and the referral process; ability to work and communicate effectively with people using a strength-based approach; excellent verbal and written communication skill; basic knowledge of computer software and applications.

Qualifications:

• Valid Class E Florida Driver's License required

• At a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent (required by Healthy Start contract)

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:

2475 Garrison Ave

Port St. Joe, Fl 32456

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.