State of Florida · 2 days ago
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64030147
Ocoee, FL
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expThe State of Florida is seeking a Government Operations Consultant I for the Department of Health in Orange County. The role involves implementing outreach programs for the HRSA funded Federal Healthy Start program, promoting community awareness, and coordinating activities aimed at improving health outcomes for pregnant women and infants.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Implement effective outreach programs or events for the HRSA funded Federal Healthy Start program
Promote and coordinate activities, and initiatives designed to increase awareness and recruitment of program participants
Identify, collaborate and link programs or organizations aimed at addressing the needs of BBB program participants
Develop relationships and create strategic community partnerships with community leaders, organizations and various stakeholders to generate a high level of community awareness
Develop and execute an action plan outlining effort relating to outreach and community engagement activities
Plan, promote and execute events and activities and keep pre and post event details
Develop and maintain project schedules and timelines for events
Participate in the implementation of the communications and marketing plans for each activity/event
Identify and pursue opportunities for third-party events and liaise with organizers
Liaise with internal departments, committees and program participants to facilitate the coordination of activities and events
Develops and maintains professional relationships with Safe Kids Coalition, Childbirth Educators, community agencies and organizations
Coordinates Healthy Start Bellies, Babies and Beyond education classes (childbirth, parenting, car seat safety)
Maintains all logs and report statistical outcomes
Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with key partners, community leaders, organizations and various stakeholders
Develop strategies to expand and link pregnant and parenting women to services that will improve birth outcomes
Increase awareness in the community of the BBB program and infant mortality through community presentations and health fairs
Ensures that program information, events, and activities on the website is current and accurate
Advocates health promotion and public health education through participation in relevant workshops
Plans, manages, coordinates, participates and facilitate health promotion and public health education activities
Designs and produces health education media materials, brochures and displays for health fairs, seminars, conferences, and other items
Provides health care information and serves as a resource specialist to other agencies and civic, school and professional groups
Collaborates with other staff members on development and delivery of health promotion and public health education services to the community
Assists identified team members in creating and reviewing health promotion and education activities for participants
Documents all client encounters and contracts made
Accurately codes and documents services, education and other pertinent information in participant’s electronic record
Contributes to coercive impact activities by planning and orchestrating quarterly participants CAN meetings
Serves as a customer advocate representative for the program, providing an open feedback loop with the public and staff
Investigates, analyzes and makes recommendations to resolve issues and problems
Attend monthly Infant Mortality Task Force and other identified meetings to report outcomes and planned activities
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
A current Florida Department of Health Employee
One year of verifiable public health/maternal child health or community development experience
Two years of professional experience in public health or community health managing projects
One-year experience in conducting community outreach/ educational classes
One year experience preparing and conducting public or community health presentations
Must currently have a valid Florida Driver's license OR a valid driver's license from another state (will be required to get a FL driver license within 30 days of hire)
Must have access to a personal vehicle in the absence of a county vehicle
Knowledge of community resources and social services programs available to pregnant mother and infants
Knowledge of fetus, infant and child development
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication
Knowledge of principles and practices of health education
Knowledge of methods of data collection
Basic computer and keyboarding skills
Knowledge of WINDOWS, MS OUTLOOK, Internet Explorer, and Excel
Skill in operating a personal computer
Ability to work independently and exercise good professional judgment
Ability to coordinate a team approach to the rehabilitation process
Ability to demonstrate and exhibit respect for and sensitivity to the needs and rights of others, including those differing cultural, language racial, sexual, or ethnic identities
Ability to collect and analyze data
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to establish trusting relationships and work effectively with community partners
Ability to actively listen to others
Ability to identify family strengths and foster self-sufficiency and independence in families
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Willingness to travel locally and work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
Benefits
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
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers
And more!
Company
State of Florida
The State of Florida is an online telephone and email directory for state government agencies and employees in Florida.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Herstein, MD, MHA, MBA
Chief Hospital Administrator (CEO) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer
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