OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64958333

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The incumbent will work in a comprehensive school health program under the supervision of the Community Health Nursing Consultant.

This is a professional position responsible for supporting grant management, providing deliverables, teaching classes, mentoring Sarasota County Schools and Department of Health -Sarasota (DOH-Sarasota) School Health staff in program objectives, collaborating with community partners, tracking schedules, and submitting monthly reports to the Adolescent Health Office of the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) in Tallahassee. 

Additionally, this position is responsible for supporting delivering Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)/Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) presentations to students in middle and high schools, upon request.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

1. Abstinence Education Program
   1. Ensures program deliverables are met through partnering with Sarasota County School Board & other community agencies to utilize classroom and/or meeting time & space for the delivery of an 8-Module program designed for middle & high school age children.
   2. Ensures program deliverables are met by introducing this program to parents in various venues.
   3. Serves as contact for the Abstinence Education Program of the DOH-Sarasota for the Sarasota County Schools and other community agencies.  Works with all appropriate DOH-Sarasota and Sarasota County Schools staff in order to promote this program to middle and high school students and parents.
   4. Promotes program at Riverview High School and North Port High School Teen Parent Programs and encourages all students in those programs to participate in health education activities.
   5. Plans schedule for curriculum delivery and working with community-based agencies providing programs
   6. Creates and submits reports to Office of Adolescent Health at DOH as per their requirements.  Utilizes DOH Program coordinator as support as necessary.
   7. Meets with School Health Supervisor minimum of monthly to review program deliverables and progress at meeting program goals.
   8. Reports progress of program to School Health Advisory Committee a minimum of annually and additionally upon request.
   9. Acts as a fiscal liaison to manage the program budget in conjunction with the CHD Business Manager as required by Section 287.057 (13), Florida Statutes.
2. Community Events   
   1. Health Fairs
   2. Informational events at local colleges
3. Grant-related Activities
   1. Attends annual training
   2. Participates in monthly conference calls
   3. Ensures that monthly reports are submitted completely, correctly and on time
4. Miscellaneous and Other Related Duties
   1. Attends team meetings, DOH-Sarasota staff meetings and participates in staff development activities when appropriate.
   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 services prior to and following disasters as needed.
   5. Shares information and teaching techniques with other School Health Educators

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written formats
• Ability to collect and compile data
• Ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate course of action
• Ability to organize, prioritize and work within policies and procedures
• Ability to independently prepare written materials
• Ability to organize 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, personal computers, copiers, and fax machines, etc.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

Preferred -

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education or a health-related field
• Training in REAL Essentials or another sexual risk avoidance education program or curriculum
• Experience conducting health education and outreach

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:

The Landings

1960 Landings Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34231

Incumbent will be required to travel to schools throughout Sarasota County.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements; consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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.    

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.