State of Florida · 1 day ago
OPS HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64937255
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17/hr - $17/hrThe State of Florida is seeking an OPS Health Support Technician to serve clients in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in Leon County and surrounding areas. The role involves conducting health assessments, managing client records, and providing nutrition education.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Performs accurate weights, measures and hemoglobin tests as needed for certification of WIC clients. Performs follow-up weights, measures and hemoglobin tests for high risk WIC clients as directed by the WIC nutritionists. Information is recorded in the FL-WISE System
Responsible for keeping clinics and all equipment and supplies organized, stocked and in operating order. Calibrates scales, length and height boards and equipment for measurement of hemoglobin. Performs clerical duties such as pulling and preparation of WIC clients' medical and immunization records for clinic and telephoning clients concerning certification appointments
Obtains relevant health information from the WIC clients. Collects and completes medical information as appropriate for immunization and WIC reports when needed
Assists with the voter registration process
Interviews clients applying for the WIC program to determine financial eligibility. Reviews clients’ proof of income and enters data into FL-WISE System for all clients. Verifies clients Medicaid and food stamp status. Explain rights and obligations of the WIC program to the client. Obtains necessary medical and/or WIC records and issues ID/VOC cards for clients receiving WIC services
Issues WIC EBT card, food benefits and ID/VOC card. Instructs clients on EBT use and redemption procedures. Follows established protocol to provide nutrition education newsletters and nutrition classes to clients. Documents nutrition contact in WIC computer system
Maintains accountability for all issuance supplies
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Ability to provide customer service consistent with WIC program regulations
Ability to provide basic nutrition lesson as assigned (script provided)
Ability to perform anthropometric (length, height, weight) measurements
Ability to perform hemoglobin testing
Competent keyboard skills
Ability to learn FL-WISE data system
Ability to learn DOH software applications
Ability to use calculator
Ability to maintain Florida driver's license
Ability to provide own transportation
Ability to maintain client confidentiality
Ability to interact professionally with the public
Minimum - Valid Driver License
Preferred
High School Diploma Or Equivalent
Benefits
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!
Company
State of Florida
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