HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR I - 64068210 - MyFlorida
LARGO, FL
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HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR I - 64068210
Date: Oct 24, 2024
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify) .
Requisition No: 840070
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR I - 64068210
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64068210
Salary: $1512.34 bi-weekly
Posting Closing Date: 11/07/2024
Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.
Father Support Specialist/Human Services Counselor I
This is a community support position within the Maternal and Child Health Division and the Healthy Families program. The community based Father Support Specialist (Human Services Counselor I) functions as part of a team in Fathers Services component of the Healthy Families Program providing support/guidance/coaching/education and assistance to fathers and father figures with children to optimize their child(ren) for their physical and mental well-being.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Establishes a trusting relationship with culturally diverse fathers and families by initiating and maintaining regular client contact. Provides case management/care coordination for fathers, by visiting families in the community/their home or wherever is appropriate. Maintains a case weight per program requirements. Links fathers to supports and services available in the community. Communicates and coordinates with other providers, as necessary. Tracks services as appropriate. Closes cases in a timely manner when no further services are needed or the client is ineligible for services. Ensures services are provided that satisfy the needs of the participant. Will utilize trauma informed practices, identify protective factors to address identified risks and promote resilience in growth. Facilatates the development of protective factors within the family unit. Promotes positive parent child interactions and facilitates attuned parent child interaction through activities, curriculum and reflective strategies.
While working with father:
Determines the participant's needs through screenings and assessments including home safety questionnaires, HFPIs, Edinburgh Depression Screens, the Father Engagment Scale, and developmental screening tools.
Assists the dad in developing a Family Goal Plan. Provides referrals to address risk factors. Provides in-home parent education utilizing recommended curriculums, including 24/7 Dads, Fathering in 15, GGK and the FSU curriculums. Provides tobacco risks and smoking cessation education/counseling and referrals. Offers services voluntarily utilizing personalized, family centered outreach efforts to build trust with families. Identify and address existing barriers, increase access to services, and achieve greater equity in service delivery.
Utilizes program forms to document case management, client progress and activities. Maintains an electronic health record for each client served. Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the EHR in HMS and completing service ledgers for services to be entered the HFF data tracking system. Completes Encounters and EARS in HMS to document direct services, risk factors, service checks and other work activities. Completes all HVR within designated program time frames. Meets grant goals, performance measures and objectives, programmatic and funder requirements. Maintains standards applicable regulations for personnel, medical records management, programmatic/funder requirements.
Will promote father involvement in the community. Will participate on the Pinellas Fatherhood Collaborative Partner meeting. In addition will attend other meetings to promote father involvement/engagement.
Meets weekly with supervisor for reflective supervision to discuss case findings and corresponding case management activities. Levels cases according to need. Supports the team to ensure the flow of work activities. Participates in regular staff meetings. Completes trainings as required by the program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Will promote father involvement in the community. Will attend meetings and groups as assigned to promote father involvement/engagement.
Will help organize and implement the Dad Groups.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with moms' support specialists to collaborate on cases and to generate new fathers services program referrals.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Demonstrates motivation to learn & apply knowledge of child development, family development and family planning.
+ Effectively applies basic counseling skills with families such as developing rapport, establishing & maintaining effective supportive professional boundaries, using active listening & reflection & empowerment to support families in reaching their goals.
+ Maintains case work standards as developed by program. Documentation will be completed electronically in HMS within 2-working days of date of service.
+ Maintains dependable, punctual work schedule appropriate to the needs of the program.
+ Willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of families, which can include evenings and weekends.
+ Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
+ Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
+ Knowledge of basic computer software and ability to enter data in computer.
+ Candidates must possess at least one year of experience working with high risk populations.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
+ At least one year of experience working with children and/or families
+ At least one year of experience working with high-risk populations
Preferred -
+ Bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish
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 Pinellas County
Midcounty Center
8751 Ulmerton Road
Largo, Fl 33771
Traveling throughout Pinellas County is necessary for home visitation purposes.
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, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
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.
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.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LARGO, FL, US, 33771
Nearest Major Market:Tampa
Date: Oct 24, 2024
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce_operations/human_resource_management/for_job_applicants/e_verify) .
Requisition No: 840070
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR I - 64068210
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64068210
Salary: $1512.34 bi-weekly
Posting Closing Date: 11/07/2024
Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.
Father Support Specialist/Human Services Counselor I
This is a community support position within the Maternal and Child Health Division and the Healthy Families program. The community based Father Support Specialist (Human Services Counselor I) functions as part of a team in Fathers Services component of the Healthy Families Program providing support/guidance/coaching/education and assistance to fathers and father figures with children to optimize their child(ren) for their physical and mental well-being.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Establishes a trusting relationship with culturally diverse fathers and families by initiating and maintaining regular client contact. Provides case management/care coordination for fathers, by visiting families in the community/their home or wherever is appropriate. Maintains a case weight per program requirements. Links fathers to supports and services available in the community. Communicates and coordinates with other providers, as necessary. Tracks services as appropriate. Closes cases in a timely manner when no further services are needed or the client is ineligible for services. Ensures services are provided that satisfy the needs of the participant. Will utilize trauma informed practices, identify protective factors to address identified risks and promote resilience in growth. Facilatates the development of protective factors within the family unit. Promotes positive parent child interactions and facilitates attuned parent child interaction through activities, curriculum and reflective strategies.
While working with father:
Determines the participant's needs through screenings and assessments including home safety questionnaires, HFPIs, Edinburgh Depression Screens, the Father Engagment Scale, and developmental screening tools.
Assists the dad in developing a Family Goal Plan. Provides referrals to address risk factors. Provides in-home parent education utilizing recommended curriculums, including 24/7 Dads, Fathering in 15, GGK and the FSU curriculums. Provides tobacco risks and smoking cessation education/counseling and referrals. Offers services voluntarily utilizing personalized, family centered outreach efforts to build trust with families. Identify and address existing barriers, increase access to services, and achieve greater equity in service delivery.
Utilizes program forms to document case management, client progress and activities. Maintains an electronic health record for each client served. Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the EHR in HMS and completing service ledgers for services to be entered the HFF data tracking system. Completes Encounters and EARS in HMS to document direct services, risk factors, service checks and other work activities. Completes all HVR within designated program time frames. Meets grant goals, performance measures and objectives, programmatic and funder requirements. Maintains standards applicable regulations for personnel, medical records management, programmatic/funder requirements.
Will promote father involvement in the community. Will participate on the Pinellas Fatherhood Collaborative Partner meeting. In addition will attend other meetings to promote father involvement/engagement.
Meets weekly with supervisor for reflective supervision to discuss case findings and corresponding case management activities. Levels cases according to need. Supports the team to ensure the flow of work activities. Participates in regular staff meetings. Completes trainings as required by the program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Will promote father involvement in the community. Will attend meetings and groups as assigned to promote father involvement/engagement.
Will help organize and implement the Dad Groups.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with moms' support specialists to collaborate on cases and to generate new fathers services program referrals.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Demonstrates motivation to learn & apply knowledge of child development, family development and family planning.
+ Effectively applies basic counseling skills with families such as developing rapport, establishing & maintaining effective supportive professional boundaries, using active listening & reflection & empowerment to support families in reaching their goals.
+ Maintains case work standards as developed by program. Documentation will be completed electronically in HMS within 2-working days of date of service.
+ Maintains dependable, punctual work schedule appropriate to the needs of the program.
+ Willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of families, which can include evenings and weekends.
+ Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
+ Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
+ Knowledge of basic computer software and ability to enter data in computer.
+ Candidates must possess at least one year of experience working with high risk populations.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
+ At least one year of experience working with children and/or families
+ At least one year of experience working with high-risk populations
Preferred -
+ Bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish
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 Pinellas County
Midcounty Center
8751 Ulmerton Road
Largo, Fl 33771
Traveling throughout Pinellas County is necessary for home visitation purposes.
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, 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
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.
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.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
LARGO, FL, US, 33771
Nearest Major Market:Tampa
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