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MyFlorida GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64064315 in JACKSONVILLE, Florida
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64064315
Date: Sep 10, 2024
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Requisition No: 837066
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 64064315
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64064315
Salary: $45,900.00 - $50,490.00
Posting Closing Date: 09/20/2024
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*Open Competitive Job Opportunity*
Come Join DOH-Team Duval! If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position serves as the Area 4 Early Intervention Consultant (EIC) which provides direct oversight of the planning and coordination of the required training and support to the HIV/STD Counseling, Testing and Linkage training program in Area 4. The incumbent acts as a liaison with community providers, hospitals, clinics, and the state Division of Disease Control and Health Protection. Under the leadership of the HIV/AIDs Program Coordinator (HAP-C) and Disease
Control Director, this position also works in conjunction with other members of the local Disease Control team, including working closely with the Minority AIDS Coordinator (MAC) and health educators, to ensure the health and safety of the community.
Public Health Competency Domain 1: Analytical/Assessment skills
Conduct and/or ensure that HIV/AIDS 500 501, 501 Update, and rapid STD trainings are available to all persons seeking to be certified to conduct HIV testing within Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, and St. Johns counties. Prepare and follow-up on all required paperwork (Certificates of Completion and/or Certificates of Attendance) for all attendees. Develop, review, revise and implement lesson plans and class materials for all trainings and presentations related to this position. Lesson plans include, but are not limited to, learner objectives, subject content, and training schedules. Presentations to be updated annually with the most current information utilizing innovative and proven educational learning approaches, including ensuring accessibility, availability, cultural competence, and standardization to include people first language. Conduct/oversees Train-the-Trainer courses for certified testers seeking to become trainers.
Public Health Competency Domain 6: Public Health Sciences skills
Coordinate the training for Counseling Testing Linkage and Partner Services (PS) in Area 4 to include technical assistance/quality improvement review (monitoring) of testing sites and CBOs. Maintain registration of all Area 4 test sites; provide input on the update and execution of Memorandum of Agreements (MOA’s) with all non-CHD Counseling and Testing sites; order and maintain inventory of testing supplies/material/condoms and distribute to sites as appropriate. Work with Disease Control staff, such as the MAC, to identify and decrease health disparities for HIV infected and HIV at-risk racial and ethnic minority members.
Public Health Competency Domain 2: Policy development/Program planning skills
Evaluate, conduct, and document annual audits/site visits of all active, registered test sites to ensure all required forms are accurately completed and all protocols are being followed (i.e., temperature logs are current, tests and testing materials are secured, etc.). Ensure that all HIV testing staff in Area 4 are knowledgeable of and understand the protocols for linking HIV+ positive clients to medical care. Ensure that all HIV testing staff in Area 4 are knowledgeable of and understand the protocols for referring all high-risk HIV- negative clients to High Impact Prevention
Interventions/Program when applicable. Review Counseling, Testing, and Linkage System CTLS for evaluation of test site quarterly reports.
Maintain adequate quality control related to forms completion distribution, testing-related supplies and materials, incentives/promotional items, training, registration of new test sites, annual reregistration of test sites, data collection, storage, evaluation, and reporting.
Public Health Competency Domain 3: Communication skills
Establish positive collaborations with other programmatic staff in the area of Disease Control: HIV/AIDS Surveillance, Clinic Managers (HIV, STD, TB, EPI), Hepatitis Coordinators, Disease Intervention Specialists, Contract Managers, HIV/AIDS Program Coordinators, etc.
Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) and Technical Assistance (TA) activities for Area 4 as requested and/or required.
Maintain regular communication with the staff at the State Office Health Department to ensure awareness about site registrations, de-registrations, and related site actions, attendance at monthly EIC conference calls and related workshops, condom and testing supply shipments needs and requests, and proper training, use, and reporting of/within the CTLS system.
Participates in outreach events and presentations throughout Area 4. This will entail planning, coordinating services, storing, and maintaining supplies, and traveling throughout a five-county region in northeast Florida. Participate in Area 4 community planning meetings. Communicates in writing, in person, and through electronic means concisely and positively. Takes initiative to multitask with accuracy. Communicates and solves problems appropriately. Exhibits and maintains a positive attitude while working independently and in a team setting.
Performs other duties as assigned. Participate in Disaster Preparedness trainings and activities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge:Knowledge of surveillance systems, research methodology and data analysis.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to solve problems.
Ability to implement practices.
Ability to gather information for decision-making.
Communicates in writing, in person, and through electronic means concisely and positively.
Takes initiative to multi-task with accuracy.
Communicates and solves problems appropriately.
Exhibits and maintains a positive attitude while working independently and in a team setting.
This position requires knowledge of HIV and STD symptoms, and risk factors.
Knowledge of public health systems, as well as professional and interpersonal skills to interact with health care clients, health care professionals and others who impact STD Prevention and Control.
Understanding Public Health Awareness campaigns.
Working familiarity with racial and ethnic minorities, as well as economic, cultural and lifestyle characteristics common to people at risk for HIV and other STDs.
Understanding of surveillance and early intervention data request procedures and data handling.
Skills:
Active listening - giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Reading comprehension - understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Speaking - talking to others to convey information effectively.
Social perceptiveness - being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. ·
Time management - managing one's own time and the time of others.
Writing – communicating work activities via monthly and quarterly reports, including detailed summary narratives.
Proficient usage of with Software systems (I.e. Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Service orientation - actively looking for ways to help clients, partners, and fellow DOH staff.
Abilities:
Oral Comprehension - the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. ·
Oral expression - the ability to communicate information and ideas in various settings (i.e. classroom or health fairs).
Speech clarity - the ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Written comprehension - the ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Complete Certification as a 500/501 HIV Counseling and Testing trainer within 3 months of hire.
Complete Certification as a 500/501 Train the Trainer at the next available session
A current and valid State of Florida driver’s license.
Reliable transportation required.
Completion of STD PASSPORT training class within 6 months of hire.
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 theHealthiestState in the Nation.
Values:
Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Florida Department of Health in Duval County
Central Health Plaza
515 W. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Fl. 32206
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.
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.
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.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville