Job Description

Requisition No: 875627

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64054292 1

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64054292

Salary: $34,760 to $36,514

Posting Closing Date: 05/14/2026

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Job posting category Health Educator 64054292

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this position requires minimal supervision and makes independent decisions in providing direct disease and public health awareness intervention activities to CHD STD Prevention and Control Programs including but not limited to Partner Counseling and referral Services (PCRS) ,epidemiological case analysis and investigations, notification, counseling, and referral services, of individuals exposed to or at risk of infection from chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV/AIDS, syphilis and other bacterial, biological and viral agents. This position requires a firsthand knowledge of public health systems as well as professional and interpersonal skills to interact with health care clients and health care professionals and others who impact STD Prevention and Control, Public Health Awareness,and other CHD activities. Duties will also require a knowledge of varied social, economic, cultural, and lifestyle characteristics and a skill in communicating with and eliciting information from patients and target groups with these diverse backgrounds. Minimal guidance and instruction on work methods, procedures and techniques are provided with review of activities at completion for technical adequacy, timeliness, and adherence to instructions and guidelines. All activities are performed observing federal, state, department, CHD information and security confidentiality statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. opportunity for career advancement will be provided. The incumbent has access to the medical records department, HMS (EMR) to review charts and document information on the progress notes and in STARS. Completes timesheets in People First and EARS in HMS in a timely manner as directed by DOH. This position is primarily covers Alachua County and the surrounding area, but may provide assistance to other counties within Area 3/13 and beyond as needed. Incumbent is responsible for communicating regularly with STD Manager/Supervisor.

Provides PCRS in accordance with current STD Program policy to a wide variety of individuals infected with or at risk of a STD, HIV/AIDS, or other bacterial, biological and or viral agents to elicit partner and suspect information. Utilizes information for epidemiological analysis to identify the source and spread of cases related to the known infection. Conducts field investigations in accordance with current STD program policy to locate, perform venipuncture, specimen collection,and or refer for counseling, medical evaluation, and or treatment of individuals infected with or suspected to be at risk of infection for STD, HIV/AIDS or other bacterial, biological, and or viral agents.

Perform case management activities as directed in the process of discovering and or identifying individuals identified with a STD, HIV/AIDS, or other bacterial, biological and or viral agents. These activities will include but not be limited to: Work prioritization and records documentation and management, clustering, HIV pre and post test counseling, visual case analysis and epidemiology techniques, STD data entry, health education and other related activities. This position will also utilize text messages to notify individuals of their need for testing and/or treatment. May transport clients in state owned or personal vehicles as requested.

Provides technical assistance not considered part of routine duties including but not limited to:epidemiological assistance to other CHDs or program areas, public health awareness, and emergency response situations.

Visits to public and private clinics, clinicians, hospitals, laboratories and other health care facilities to stimulate reporting of cases and positive/reactive test results in a timely manner. (2) provide information on current diagnostic and treatment guidelines, (3) acquaint clinicians with current trends and their role in reducing the rate of infection in the community (4) obtain demographic, medical, or other specific client information including address, telephone number, place of employment, social security number, race, sex, date of birth, test results, diagnosis,treatment, etc.

Assist in the identification, planning and implementation of targeted screening-outreach programs based on basic analysis of disease trends and distribution among various cultural, social, economic, and subgroup populations in the community.

Responsible for securing the designated information set for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy or electronic formats.

Assist program management in training new DIS staff and interns by mentoring trainees in practical applications, techniques, and procedures used to document case management activities, field investigations, reviewing for accuracy, adherence to epidemiological instructions, and completion of epidemiological and non-epidemiological forms.

Completes required records and reports including case management forms, laboratory request, travel reimbursement forms, HMC/CIS, etc. in accordance with current CHD and STD program policy and procedure.

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The incumbent must have computer skills, effective interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, ability to draw blood or willingness to learn, a dependable personal vehicle, and must be fluent in verbal and written English.

Qualifications:

Minimum Phlebotomy experience.Valid Florida Driver’s License. Experience or strong interest with HIV and STD

Experience using Data Bases. Counseling Experience

Preferred – Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Phlebotomy experience. Spanish speaking bi-lingual.

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:

DOH-Columbia 217 NE Franklin Street, Lake City, FL 32055 with travel servicing 5 counties (Columbia, Hamilton, Union, Lafayette and Suwannee)

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

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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 check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

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

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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.