Ops Family Support Worker

Requisition No: 867376

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER -

Basic social services and direct WIC Program Breastfeeding education, assistance and/or support to WIC participants in various location throughout Putnam County. This position requires specialty training to provide appropriate breastfeeding counseling for the WIC participant and family. The incumbent in this position will have authorized "need to know" access to confidential WC client records, Breastfeeding Data System, and the WC Data System.

Assignment of duty station, hours and days worked may vary based on agency/unit needs.

Promote breastfeeding as the normal, preferred method of infant feeding by providing basic research, research‑based information to pregnant and new mothers through peer‑to‑peer counseling. Refer any breastfeeding related problems to Designated breastfeeding expert/or Breastfeeding coordinator for further assessment.

Knowledge of basic arithmetic. Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness. Ability to organize and maintain filing systems. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Knowledge of office procedures and practices. Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous, and effective manner. Ability to lift 40 pounds (computers, etc.). Knowledge of software applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and ability to navigate the internet for research.

Minimum qualification requires Microsoft applications knowledge and use.

with a preference to a WIC participant and Bilinqual English / Spanish speaking candidate.

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.

• Innovation:
  We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• Collaboration:
  We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• Accountability:
  We perform with integrity & respect.
• Responsiveness:
  We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• Excellence:
  We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Florida Department of Health in Putnam County

Palatka FL 32177

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

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: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..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 on 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…