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HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64003202
Date: Aug 5, 2024
Location:
SANFORD, FL, US, 32773
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Requisition No: 833373
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64003202
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64003202
Salary: 33,760.00 - 42,721.25
Posting Closing Date: 08/15/2024
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
IN SEMINOLE COUNTY
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Open Competitive
Class Title: Health Educator
Base Salary: $ 33,760.00 - $42.721.25
Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County
400 W. Airport Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
Your Specific Responsibilities
The incumbent will be primarily responsible for providing lactation support and education to participants of the WIC Program. This individual will provide education based on the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum. The role of Peer Counselor is to provide information to help clients make an educated infant feeding decision. Sharing strategies for a good start, answer common questions, encourage moms when concerns arise, and make referrals. The incumbent also maintains up to date records of services provided. Work is performed in the clinic setting. The incumbent for this position must complete the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum Training as required by the WIC Program guidelines.
Provides breastfeeding counseling and education to postpartum breastfeeding WIC participants. Counsels participants in the clinic or by phone using strategies and techniques outlined in the Loving Support Through Peer Counseling training. Performs feeding assessment as needed and refers high-risk or complex breastfeeding issues to the Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or medical provider.
Provides breastfeeding and prenatal follow-up contacts at intervals outlined in Breastfeeding Program guidelines.. Documentation will be written in either SOAP or narrative format and must include assessment details and follow-up care plan based specific on findings from the consultation. All contacts and attempts to contact are documented in FL-WiSE system under Breastfeeding Support.
Provides prenatal breastfeeding education in group or individual settings. Uses strategies and techniques within peer counselor's scope of practice as outlined in WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum Training. Assists participants in the decision- making process by providing evidence-based breastfeeding information.
Participates in the development, implementation and facilitation of the Breastfeeding Support Group, Breastfeeding Coalition and annual World Breastfeeding Event.
Accurately completes and submits daily employee activity reports (EARs) and People First timesheets by required deadlines. Participates in nutrition and breastfeeding education activities and completes all periodic DOH and WIC required training. Actively participates in team meetings. Attends at least two WIC Program outreach activity / community events per year. Performs other duties, as assigned, to support the mission of the Department.
Staff may be required to work at all Florida Department of Health in Seminole County locations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: WIC experience. General office procedures, practices and organization skills; cultural sensitivity. Skill in: providing professional customer service; effective communication; Ability to: use online computer system and word processing; do basic math calculations and good language skills; work a flexible schedule as needed; organize and maintain files and records efficiently; follow instructions and review data for accuracy and completeness; function in a busy environment; perform multiple task while maintaining organization of area.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires exclusive breastfeeding experience(minimum 6 months)
Are you willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency? This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural? Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish (proficient)
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 in Seminole County
400 W. Airport Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
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:
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
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Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
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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 ch
Compensation Information:
$33760.0 / Yearly - $33760.0 / Yearly
Starting At: 33760.0 Yearly
Up To: 42.72 Yearly
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