HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64028627

Requisition No : 863162

Agency : Department of Health

Working Title : HEALTH EDUCATOR CONSULTANT - 64028627

Position Number : 64028627

Salary : $42,521.48 - $43,272.32 annually

THE ADVERTISED SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS $42,561.48 - $43,272.32 ANNUALLY - SALARY OFFERED TO BE COMMENSURATE WITH RELEVANT DEGREE / QUALIFICATIONS

Your Specific Responsibilities

This position performs health education work for the Healthy Start Program and the Okaloosa County Health Department (OCHD). Work is performed under the supervision of the Healthy Start Supervisor and the direction of Healthy Start Program Director, with strict adherence to all Florida Department of Health (FDOH), OCHD and Healthy Start policies and guidelines.

Conducts case management and provides care coordination for Healthy Start clients of Okaloosa County, including women during pregnancy and to their infants after delivery. Provides health education and care coordination to clients and their families in a variety of settings and using a variety of modalities, including but not limited to phone, video conferencing, in office / clinic, and at clients' home, work and / or school.

Records all applicable work-related mileage for personal vehicle, maintains all required travel approval / reimbursement documentation, adheres to all travel-related policies and guidelines. Reimbursement for approved, work-related mileage is provided in accordance with DOHP 56-37-22 Travel Policy.

Provides clients and their families with education in prenatal health, parenting skills and infant / child health, health education resources, and referral / follow-up to other providers as indicated. Provides or facilitates psychosocial assessments, ASQ's, Domestic Violence Screenings, and appropriate referrals for intervention for Healthy Start and other identified high risk clients. Will provide a structured interaction between the professional and client which assists client to identify concerns or needs by addressing social, emotional, behavioral and environmental issues that affect the client's well-being. Develops individual client and family support plans that ensure all clients receive appropriate services and support and work to minimize obstacles to full participation in prenatal and infant health care.

Documents all client activities and codes all services in the Well Families System with utmost accuracy and timeliness, and with strict adherence to Healthy Start client / service documentation guidelines. Assists in the collection of statistical, data and evaluating collected information to ensure proper education and resources are provided to meet client needs.

Participates in monitoring / QI-QA activities to assure compliance with program guidelines, objectives and regulations. Plans, conducts, and / or participates in organized education and outreach activities that support the Healthy Start program. Attends appropriate staff meetings, conferences and training sessions to enhance job skills and knowledge. Participates in committees and work groups as requested.

Attends routine and episodic meetings with Supervisor and / or Program Director to review programmatic performance and objectives and receive coaching and development. Attends Healthy Start Coalition meetings as requested. Reports all issues or concerns to Supervisor and / or Program Director promptly.

Performs all other duties as assigned in support of the Agency's mission and vision.

Must maintain a valid U.S. Drivers' License. Must have at least High School Diploma per contract between OCHD and Healthy Start Coalition.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of prenatal and maternal health, and general health education practices
• Ability to provide / conduct group meetings
• Ability to assist in planning and conducting a variety of training activities
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to teach healthcare with emphasis on childbirth education, breastfeeding, smoking cessation, and parenting
• Work experience utilizing computer equipment and Microsoft Office applications
• Personal vehicle or access to vehicle for home-based or offsite client visits required. Reimbursement for approved work-related mileage will be provided in accordance with DOHP 56-37-22 Travel Policy.

Qualifications

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 : Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.

Where You Will Work

Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County

221 Hospital Drive NE

Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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 :

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.

Contact Information

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m., Eastern Time.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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