Human Services Program Specialist

Requisition No: 829489 
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - ********
 Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: ********  
Salary: 36,178.71 - 39,795.71 
Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2024 
Total Compensation Estimator  FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN SEMINOLE COUNTY JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT Internal Agency Internal Agency Opportunity
Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees).
Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department. Class Title: Human Service Program Specialist Base Salary: $36,178.71 – 39,795.71 Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County 400 W. Airport Blvd Sanford, FL 32773 This position requires you to have a valid Florida Driver license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. This position may also require you to use your personal vehicle if a state vehicle is not available. This highly confidential and specialized position dedicated to providing and assisting clients with community referrals, resources, and linkages to HIV/STD testing, treatment and case management of HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. Provide HIV/STD testing and counseling, assist with specimen collection and processing for STD screening; provide PrEP/PEP education and referrals for target populations; assist with data collection and data entry; organize and participate in outreach events. Promote health education events, workshops, conferences, and presentations; establish, build, and maintain community relationships and partnerships to increase community awareness of services offered at DOH-Seminole and the STD program. Support community initiatives outside of DOH-Seminole; develop relationships with community-based organizations, groups, faith-based organizations, leaders, and private medical providers. Coordinate community engagement events in collaboration with other community organizations with a health and wellness focus; participate in the development of culturally sensitive, age-appropriate HIV/AIDS, STD, and other health promotion materials and outreach programs. Review and update referral and resource materials; develop and organize promotion of programs for linkage to care for people who test positive for HIV at DOH-Seminole, and other local providers. Support Surveillance staff when needed to process labs and to communicate with PMD's for medical information and education. Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Personal management of HIV/STD caseloads Conducting interviews and re-interviews of persons infected with HIV/STD's Conduct field investigations to locate patients and partners who are infected with Syphilis, HIV, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia, and refer them for examination and treatment. Perform venipuncture in the field, clinic, and anonymous test sites. Provide pre and posttest counseling for HIV. Attend scheduled Community Events. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: effective interpersonal skills; computer software applications. Skill in: effective written and verbal English communication. Ability to: perform basic computer operations; successfully complete venipuncture, HIV/AIDS 501 and Introduction to Sexually Transmitted Disease Intervention (ISTDI) training within 6 months of employment. .
Qualifications: Minimum – Current Florida Department of Health Employee with STD/Surveillance experience .
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: 400 W. Airport Blvd Sanford, FL 32773 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.
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.