Health Support Technician - 64067851

Health Support Technician - 64067851

This is a Career Service Health Support Technician position working for the Lee County Health Department. The incumbent of this position provides administrative support to DOH-Lee Women, Infants and Children Program. This employee is at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens. This position may serve clients that speak only Spanish, Creole, or other languages. It may require performance of interpreter duties, if bi-lingual, or implementation of the Department's Limited English Proficiency Plan. Travel to all WIC sites may be involved in the performance of duties.

HEALTH SUPPORT:

Collects and records medical data (height/length, weight, and hemoglobin levels) of WIC clients in accordance with DHM 150-24. Transcribes all medical data to the FL-WiSE system. Completes the Lab/Anthro screen with proper measurement conversions for women, infants, and children. Reviews client's immunization records and documents information in the Immunization/Blood work screen of the FL-WiSE system in accordance with DHM 150-24 and manuals. Calibrates anthropometric equipment per DHM 150-24 manual, when needed. Properly maintains bio-hazardous materials according to FDOH and CHD requirements. Follows FDOH and Lee CHD policies regarding prevention of blood borne pathogen transmission. Cleans electric breast pumps returned to the site per department policy.

CLERICAL DUTIES:

Operates the FL-WiSE computer terminals/scanners/signature pads/card readers/pin pads: interviews participants for demographics, WIC income eligibility, and immunizations; issues benefits, special formula and EBT cards. Instructs participants on redemption procedures, rights and obligations, program procedures, vendor/participant concerns. Provides interactive newsletter contact and voter registration compliance. Responsible for security, inventory, storage, and accurate completion of special formula, EBT card issuance log, and supply orders. Participates in end of the month inventory. Completes precertification screen for anyone walking in and requesting a WIC appointment. Adheres to all WIC regulations, policies, and procedures set forth in DOH 150-24, and other guides and manuals designated for the position.

CLIENT SERVICES:

Answers telephone to schedule appointments in the FL-Wise System, provide information, or forward calls. Provides information to the public regarding the WIC Program, classes and/or other program events. Provides information on community assistance agencies. Completes weekly call backs as directed.

BREASTFEEDING:

Protects, promotes, and supports breastfeeding. Refers client to appropriate site for breastfeeding information, concerns and/or breast pump loan. Works Breastfeeding Report as directed by supervisor.

ADMINISTRATION:

Participates in ongoing nutrition education and outreach activities with local agency.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, practices & procedures
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage
• Knowledge and experience performing anthropometrics.
• Knowledge of standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms
• Skill in operating a personal computer.
• Ability to operate general office equipment.
• Ability to follow office procedures & practices.
• Ability to organize & maintain filing systems.
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner.
• Ability to plan, organize & coordinate work assignments & communicate effectively verbally & in writing.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.
• Ability to prioritize individual workload.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools, i.e., stapler, scissors, etc.
• Ability to work with occasional loud noises.
• Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to review data for accuracy & completeness.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): N/A

Other job-related requirements for this position:

• Incumbent may be 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 or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• This position will abide by all state and federal laws, rules, and DOH policies and procedures.
• Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
• Incumbent will have access to records containing social security numbers in the performance of job duties.
• Selected immunizations or titers and/or periodic screening for tuberculosis may be recommended for this position.
• This position is authorized to transport confidential information outside of established DOH – Lee facilities and must comply with parameters defined in DOHP 50-10.
• This position is classified as sensitive. This individual will perform tasks defined as sensitive and handles confidential information. Background screening is a condition of employment.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) Incumbent may be required to work additional hours if needed.

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:

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.

Where You Will Work: Fort Myers

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• 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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers; and more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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://www.sss.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 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