Job Description

Requisition No: 842105 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 64000449

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64000449 

Salary: 45,000.00-55,000.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 12/08/2024 

Total Compensation Estimator 

Job posting category: Open Competitive

Special Note: This is an full-time FTE position.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Opioid and Overdose Prevention Program Training Specialist and Community Liaison (Health Education Program Consultant) at the Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie (DOH-St. Lucie) plays a pivotal role in educating the community, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to reduce opioid misuse and prevent overdoses. The incumbent will design, deliver, and evaluate training programs, conduct community outreach, and collaborate with various partners to address the opioid crisis. The role also includes providing naloxone trainings and tracking naloxone distribution in St. Lucie County. The position will report to the St. Lucie County Overdose and Opioid Prevention Program Coordinator and will work with the Program team including the Coordinator, the Overdose Fatality Next-of-Kin Interviewer, and the OD2A Linkage to Care Coordinator on Program projects.

Responsibilities:

Education and Training:

• Develop and deliver educational programs on opioid misuse, overdose prevention, harm reduction, and treatment options for diverse audiences, including healthcare professionals, educators, and community members.
• Create comprehensive training materials, presentations, and resources to raise awareness about opioid use disorder, overdose risks, and stigma related to addiction and overdose.
• Conduct and/or coordinate workshops, webinars, and on-site training sessions to provide practical strategies for overdose prevention.
• Conduct naloxone training sessions and ensure the proper distribution of naloxone kits, tracking all distribution efforts and training outcomes.
• Keep up to date on overdose and opioid harm reduction, prevention, treatment, and recovery evidence-based practices to continuously enhance training programs.

Community Engagement and Outreach:

• Conduct outreach efforts in the communities of St. Lucie County to promote the Opioid Overdose Prevention Program and its services.
• Serve as a liaison between DOH-St. Lucie, community organizations, healthcare providers, and individuals affected by opioid misuse.
• The position will be an active member of the Treasure Coast Opioid Taskforce and its subcommittees and other relevant community coalitions and will build and maintain relationships with community leaders and stakeholders to promote a unified response to the opioid crisis.
• Facilitate discussions with community organizations implementing overdose harm reduction, prevention, treatment, and recovery programs.
• Network with other organizations that provide or require naloxone and other program trainings and collaborate to increase community awareness and access to overdose prevention tools.
• Conduct outreach and training sessions in various environments, including non-traditional settings such as housing programs and faith-based organizations.

Program Development and Evaluation:

• Assist in the development and implementation of evidence-based opioid prevention programs tailored to specific community needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training and community outreach initiatives through surveys, feedback, and data analysis.
• Track all trainings delivered and naloxone kits distributed, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Participate in community health assessments and strategic planning for the outreach and promotion of overdose prevention programs.
• Provide recommendations for program improvement and assist the Program Coordinator in ensuring that initiatives align with the St. Lucie County Community Health Improvement Plan.

Data Gathering and Analysis:

• Generate reports, data metrics, and contribute to coordination and analysis of relevant, available statistics from various local, state, and national computer databases on opioid use trends, overdose incidents, and community needs.
• Assist the Program Coordinator in analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to assess program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
• Use data insights to identify gaps in services and opportunities for new health education initiatives.
• Prepare reports summarizing key findings and assist Program Coordinator in providing programmatic and data progress reports to stakeholders, funders, and community partners.

Communications:

• Develop communication strategies to disseminate educational content via newsletters, social media, and other platforms. Work with DOH-St. Lucie’s Public Information Officer and FDOH Office of Communications to properly route messaging for distribution.

Other Program Responsibilities:

This position will be an active member of the Program team and work collaboratively on projects including but not limited to Linkage to Care, Overdose Fatality Review Committee, coordination of opioid settlement funded community-based projects; and participate in evaluation and quality assurance activities including a comprehensive needs assessment and gap analysis of substance use disorder programs and services in St. Lucie County.

Submit timely – within specific required timeframes and with accuracy: timesheets, EARs, travel documentation, invoices, Incident Reports, P-Card documentation (if applicable), cell phone verifications (if applicable), and other required administrative documentation. Respond as required to Everbridge ServFL alerts. Attend mandatory trainings and meetings.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of local, state, and federal policies related to substance use and harm reduction.

Knowledge of substance use disorder, overdose prevention, harm reduction strategies, and the importance of non-stigmatizing language.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear and effective reporting and presentation of information.

Skills in collaboration and partnership-building.

Skills in data collection, quality review, and analysis.

Skills in problem-solving and critical thinking.

Skills using Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with virtual training platforms.

Ability to evaluate program effectiveness.

Ability to adjust to changing circumstances, priorities, and work environments while maintaining productivity and focus.

Ability to maintain neutrality in facilitating multi-disciplinary meetings and group discussions.

Ability to practice cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse perspectives.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

• Florida Department of Health is required to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs shelter or performing other emergency duties including but not limited to, response to disaster, or threats of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Valid Driver's license, if out of state a valid Florida Driver's license is required within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree in in public health, psychology, social sciences, education, or a related field
• Required to travel 50% of time per week.
• Requires occasional work on evenings and weekends.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in  in public health, psychology, social sciences, education, or a related field

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:

Port St Lucie

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

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

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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:  

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.

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.

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 clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

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