Human Services Program Specialist

Requisition No: 829127 
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - ********
 Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: ********  
Salary: $1391.49 Bi Weekly 
Posting Closing Date: 05/23/2024 
Total Compensation Estimator  Your Specific Responsibilities: Prepares regular preparation of programmatic data reports for Program Operations Administrator for monthly submission. Conduct regular quality assurances activities including electronic client chart reviews, electronic program management reviews and monitoring client management and program development. Coordinates and conducts timely personal interviews and re-interviews of individuals who have acquired HIV and provides Health Literacy support so that they are better able to equip themselves with the necessary tools to identify and understand what barriers to care they may be facing maneuvering through the HIV continuum of care. Coordinates with local drug treatment facilities, mental health organization and other high-volume venues that provide service to high-risk clients, to provide timely screening for HIV and ensure appropriate referral treatment and follow up on care. Assists with the planning of community presentations and producing of media advertising for HIV Education and Prevention, Early Interventions Services, Linkage to Care services to the community and for community health staff; planning and directing of a comprehensive HIV/AIDS and STD health education program; facilitating and participating in HIV/STD health education and prevention activities. Participates in local prevention campaigns as assigned. Keeps stock of age/gender/population specific HIV/STD education and prevention materials for FDOH, Brevard's Community Health office, Clinics, and community organizations. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and experience with computers and computer software: MSOffice Knowledge of and experience with methods of data collection, analysis, and evaluation. Experience in adherence counseling. Experience working independently. Experience with client confidentiality. Ability to work with clients in the field. Qualifications: Minimum Direct healthcare client management experience. Experience with electronic client record management. Experience with electronic report management: data compilation, measurement, and evaluation Working knowledge of MSOffice/Excel Current Florida Driver's License Ability to communicate with diverse populations: MSMs; LGBTQ+s; IDUs/ other substance abusers, homeless/unhoused, and sex workers. Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an
emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters,
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. Preferred This position requires client management and adherence counseling across multiple healthcare/sociologic disciplines. This position requires client management out in the field with homeless/unhoused, and non-adherent individuals. This position requires knowledge of event organization. Incumbent must be able to demonstrate the proper use of condoms and discuss safer sex practices with diverse populations Incumbent may need to demonstrate process of safe cleaning of syringes for HIV prevention among IDU population. 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: Florida Department of Health in Brevard, Community Health, 2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Fl 32940 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 );
Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit  .
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:  
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.
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 ). 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.
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 ). 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.