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MyFlorida OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64928152 in SEBRING, Florida
OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64928152
Date: Aug 26, 2024
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Requisition No: 836143
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64928152
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64928152
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 09/20/2024
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Thank you for your interest in working for the Florida Department of Health in Highlands County! The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in its mission toprotect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. The incumbent is also expected to incorporate the agency values ofInnovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The Health Educator is a highly responsible position working as part of a team. This position is directly linked to the following DOH-Highlands strategic priorities: stakeholder satisfaction and community health improvement. The Closing the Gap program seeks to help eliminate health disparities around chronic diseases and targets low income, uninsured, underserved groups and minorities in Highlands County. This position works in collaboration with many health initiatives and programs at DOH-Highlands and offers health education programs for DOH-Highlands staff.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work well with others as a team.
Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of community-based health promotion planning and basic marketing principles.
Ability to use various audio-visual equipment, computer applications, and software programs, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to develop and present training and educational materials.
Basic knowledge of diabetes and the diabetic diet.
Basic knowledge of chronic disease self-management principles.
Ability to provide health education in group or individual settings.
Ability to participate in educational or in-service training programs as an attendee or instructor, demonstrating healthy practices, giving talks, and developing or selecting educational materials.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds, use a dolly, and work in a warehouse-type environment, as needed.
Qualifications:
High school diploma
Fluent in Spanish, both verbally and in writing
1 year working with nutrition, diabetes, and/or wellness programs.
Current Florida driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days 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 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 – Highlands County
7205 S George Blvd
Sebring, FL 33875
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.
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.
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.
Location:
SEBRING, FL, US, 33875
Nearest Major Market:Central Florida
Nearest Secondary Market:Sebring
