HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST - 64028645

Requisition No: 852426 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST - 64028645

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64028645 

Salary:  $33,760.00 - $36,036.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/16/2025 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH

DIVISION OF NUTRITION

HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST- 8605 North Mitchell Avenue, Tampa, FL 33604

 

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 to 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, and 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:

Health Support Specialist

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

•        Inputs accurate client data into the FL-WiSE system to determine program eligibility.

•        Collects and assesses personal data and demographics on applicants/clients and household members at each visit.

•        Assess Medicaid Eligibility Status in FMMIS database.

•        Provides voter registration information to clients and assists with completing the voter registration form.

•        Assesses immunization status at certification and recertification by accessing the Florida Shots database.

•        Provides the How WIC Works pamphlet to all new clients or clients changing client type.

•        Provides and explains the WIC Rights and Obligations handout.

•        Sets up new EBT card and assists client with adding the pin number.

•        Issues WIC benefits. Instruct participants on WIC benefits, use of benefits and program rights and obligations.

•        Provides client with VOC card and shopping list at each issuance.

•        Schedules/reschedules appropriate appointments for