OPS HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM ANALYST - 64906776

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM ANALYST - 64906776

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE – HIV SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

This position requires you to work at various sites located throughout Broward County.

This is an in-office and field work position.

This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) position and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment.  OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

 We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.

When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a professional position in the Department of Health Broward County Health Department HIV/AIDS Surveillance section. This position is responsible for the coordination of the HIV Surveillance activities (HIV Coordinator) and general AIDS surveillance activities. This position is classified as sensitive and the incumbent is responsible for the following confidential data sets: HIV/AIDS case reporting and surveillance data and Out of County data. The incumbent must maintain state and local confidentiality/security policies as related to HIV/AIDS surveillance data and information in accordance with Florida Statute 384, Florida Administrative Code 64-D, Health Department guidelines, rules and regulations, and receive no valid complaints concerning the security of HIV/AIDS information.

• HIV Surveillance Duties: Receives, tracks, and follows up on all HIV reports submitted by CHD's, laboratories, and patient care providers. Maintains HIV surveillance log books in a clear, easy to use manner; by date of test, provider, type of test, and patient name. Reviews patient care records of suspected HIV cases and accurately identifies the required medical evidence to establish reportable HIV cases as defined by the CDC. Works closely with the STD staff to ensure 100% return on referral cases. Completes all special studies assigned by the CDC or SHO by the requested due date. Accurately completes all paperwork with 5% or less error rate.
• AIDS Surveillance Duties: Investigates suspected AIDS cases reported in a geographically assigned area of Broward County. Reviews patient care records of suspected AIDS cases and accurately identifies the required medical evidence to establish reportable AIDS cases as defined by the CDC... Accurately completes the HARS reporting form (with 5% or less error rate) on those cases meeting criteria.
• Dissemination of Data: Assists in the downloading of electronic labs from Tallahassee through HAL system. Assists in the completion of data requests and validations as assigned. Assists in the disposition of labs in HAL system. Updates Area 10 Access Spreadsheet on a daily basis. Assists in scanning completed CDC 50.42A and printing data from Area 10 folder. Performs other duties as assigned
• Perform other duties as required.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS.  
•  Ability to prepare detailed written reports. 
• Ability to operate complex computer programs. 
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
2. This position requires daily in-office or field work. Willing to physically come in the office daily and perform field work.
3. This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship. Are you authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship? 
4. A valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes.
5. Experience working in HIV or other communicable disease programs.
6. Experience working with confidential health information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
2. Work experience with HIV laboratory test results.
3. Working knowledge with CDC 50.42A.
4. Experience in handling or working with medical records.
5. Experience with Axiom Pro and HAL databases.

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:

BROWARD 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.  

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.