OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64855023

Requisition No: 870622 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64855023

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64855023 

Salary:  $25.00 - $30.00 hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 03/01/2026 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

COMMUNITY HEALTH – OPS SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR

4704B W MONTGOMERY AVE, TAMPA, FL 33616

 

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough 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.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training.  From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.  There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost for the employee.  If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program.  We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us.

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

 

Title of Position: OPS Senior Health Educator:

 

This position will serve as a team member with the Office of Behavioral Health within the Community Health division. Works independently under the supervision of the Senior Human Services Program Manager.

 

The Community Health division promotes a creative and low stress work environment where staff are encouraged to bring their professional and personal expertise from the healthcare and public health fields to the workplace, and to be innovative and creative in work products, marketing efforts and program delivery. Professional enhancement is supported and highly encouraged.

 

This is a highly independent position and responsible for health promotion and education associated with the Office of Behavioral Health. The Office of Behavioral Health in the Community Health Division will assure that the burden and impact of diseases on vulnerable populations are acknowledged and addressed through research, advocacy, surveillance, education, training, and program development. The Office will work to promote, protect, and improve the health and well-being of disparate and under-served populations through wide-ranging programs and policy initiatives.

 

The Senior Health Educator must have knowledge of behavioral health and associated conditions such as mental health and substance abuse (specifically pertaining to opioids), homelessness, and suicide, along with an understanding of substance abuse pathways, community engagement and strategic planning.

The Senior Health Educator must have experience in public speaking, professional presentations, and health education approaches.  Experience in behavioral health and substance abuse education is beneficial.

The ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences is needed.

 

Your Specific Responsibilities: 

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for Behavioral Health, Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.
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