State of Florida · 1 day ago
HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64064151
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe State of Florida's Department of Health is seeking a Human Services Program Specialist to provide technical assistance on HIV prevention programs and services. This role involves coordinating with various organizations to ensure timely screening and treatment for high-risk clients, as well as conducting health education activities to raise awareness of HIV status.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance to community-based organizations, private business and medical entities on development, implementation, and expansion of HIV prevention programs and/or services for the HIV affected/effected community
Organize and/or participate in local HIV prevention campaigns and events as assigned
Coordinate with local jail, drug treatment facilities, and other high-volume venues that provide service to high-risk clients, to provide timely screening and/or testing for HIV/ Syphilis and ensure appropriate treatment and follow up care
Coordinate and conduct timely personal interviews with individuals infected with sexually transmitted diseases for the purpose of educating clients regarding their infections and appropriate treatment and medical care and developing plans to locate and refer sex/IV partners to medical care
Communicate Health Literacy/Health Education activities to increase individuals’ awareness of HIV status and facilitate access to HIV care system using HIV testing, referral services and linkage to care
Provide HIV pre and post-test counseling and rapid testing (anonymous and confidential) in Community Health clinic and in outreach settings/events. Orders and maintains HIV testing kits according to FDOH HIV testing policies
Serve as primary liaison with HIV Early Intervention Services program, maintain accurate and up to date client files and link with the CAREWare system
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum- 2 years experience with the HIV continuum of care
Knowledge of basic medical and drug terminology
Knowledge of the transmission, prevention and risk reduction of STDs, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis
Knowledge of health promotions and disease preventions
Knowledge of basic computer skills including ability to utilize database, spreadsheet
Knowledge and ability to share information on STDs and HIV/AIDS
Knowledge of Universal (Standard) precautions and infection control practices
Knowledge of contact investigation, tracing and notification of communicable diseases
Skill in motivational interviewing and counseling
Skill in telephone and in-person interviewing to complete investigation with the clients
Skill in testing for select STDs, including drawing blood, performing rapid tests
Ability to interview patients
Preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish
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!
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