OPS SOCIAL WORK SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULT - 64855044 1

Requisition No: 841638 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS SOCIAL WORK SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULT - 64855044 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64855044 

Salary:  $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/29/2024 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

DIVISION – OPS Social Work Services Program Consultant

4704-B 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 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:

OPS Social Work Services Program Consultant

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this position will serve in the Community Health Clinical Services Program and will support DOH-Hillsborough clients in the health-related social needs screening program. The incumbent will support assessment and navigation of clients, including some limited case management. The person in this position must also have a good working knowledge of computers and be comfortable communicating with clients. Bilingual skills in English/Spanish preferred. This position will require some local travel and may require limited weekend and evening hours.

• Participate in program development, implementation, and quality improvement by making recommendations and follow through with implementation.
• Evaluate and recommend necessary program protocols or procedures, in coordination with other DOH programs.
• Conduct internal agency in-reach initiatives by attending meetings, networking, and participating applicable committees. Provide technical assistance within the agency to promote screening and navigation services.
• Conduct community out-reach with local partner organizations by attending m