Senior HUMAN Services PROG Analyst - 64028914

Senior Human Services Program Analyst - 64028914

This is a Senior Human Services Program Analyst position in an Epidemiology Program. This position has countywide duties. Work is performed under the supervision of the Community Health Nursing Consultant. This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions. This position will be working with other departmental staff and collaborative partners. This position has responsibilities that relate to data management using computer resources for compiling, organizing, analyzing and summarizing data. Conduct case investigations, management, and interviews of reportable diseases, food-borne complaints, and during outbreaks. This position will support the department and work with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the Epidemiology and Disease Control program and Florida Department of Health-Palm Beach County Health Department (FDOH-CHD).

This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area and complies with information security policies and procedures. This position has access to Epidemiology and the Clinical Information Data Sets. Health Management System (HMS) access to demographics, financial, immunization, clinical data and lab for the purpose of locating and up-dating information necessary for investigation, case management and reporting of communicable disease cases. Has access to Florida Shots for the purpose of locating information necessary to investigate and manage and report cases of vaccine preventable diseases.

Conducts case investigations and interviews for reportable communicable diseases, food-borne complaints and during outbreaks. Investigations are documented and reported according to established procedures and timeframes. Assists the enhanced disease surveillance team during surge capacity events. This may entail interviewing subjects and using other data gathering methods. Access MERLIN and other EPI databases. Responsible to update and MEDIC – Manual for Enhanced Disease Intervention and Control as needed.

Responds to the public and health care provider's requests for information about communicable diseases and disease control issues. Assists with the preparation of reports and educational materials. Assists with quality assurance reviews. Communicates frequently with Hospital Infection Control Practitioners to facilitate reporting and effective communication between the hospital and health department staff.

Participates in team meetings, annual meeting with the infection control practitioners and other meetings and trainings within the program and Health Department. Participates in orientation of new staff and residents to the communicable disease program. Performs as an active member of the EP Strike Team and is subject to deployment as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The ability to use personal computer applications, such as spreadsheets, database, and analytical software.
• The skill to interview persons in an efficient, effective, yet compassionate manner.
• The ability to pay strict attention to detail and to perform thorough investigation in a timely fashion.
• The knowledge of basic medical terminology and epidemiology.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, co-workers, other professionals and in groups.
• Knowledge of the operations of epidemiologic and disease control.

Qualifications:

Licensure/registration/certification requirements: 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 Shelters, or performing other emergency duties, but not limited to, responses to or threat involving any disaster, man-made or natural.
• Valid Driver's License.

Working hours:

(A) Daily from 8:00AM to 5:00PM

(B) Total hours in workweek 40

(C) May be required to work evenings and/or weekends during outbreaks or when unusual circumstances arise. Subject-to-call duty is required for this position.

May be required on notice of 24 hours or less to be deployed for work in regions throughout Florida and possible the U.S.

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:

800 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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

Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more!

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

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: 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-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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. 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