HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM ANALYST - 64082329

About the role

This position provides direct HIV/STI counseling and testing services to inmates in St. Lucie County jails and detention facilities. The role also involves coordinating services and ensuring quality care for inmates.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct HIV/STI counseling and testing services in accordance with Florida Department of Health guidelines.
• Processes specimen collections for submission to the State Laboratory.
• Acts as liaison between the Florida Department of Health and detention facility officials.
• Facilitates HIV/STI/HCV prevention education classes for inmates.
• Completes and submits required reports and records.
• Assists with linkage/re-engagement activities for newly diagnosed clients.
• Collaborates with other agencies to provide outreach counseling and testing education.
• Participates in community events and screenings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• One to two years of case management experience or patient care coordination experience.
• Self-motivated, self-starter willing to take initiative, flexible, and able to work in teams.
• Knowledge and experience in working with diverse communities.
• Ability to plan and coordinate work assignments.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to become certified in Phlebotomy and complete training on Disease Intervention Specialist and Linkage to Care ARTAS training.
• Willingness to travel out of county, work before and after hours, and during weekends.
• Willingness to serve in special needs shelters during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Must be willing to become Certified in Phlebotomy and complete training on Disease Intervention Specialist and Linkage to Care ARTAS training.
• Preferred: Certified phlebotomist and/or trained phlebotomist, experience working with HIV/STD programs, experience with Quality Assurance, file reviews, reports, and developing processes, experience with detention facilities, drug rehab facilities, mental health facilities, and/or related work, experience with Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs, case management experience, experience with risk reduction education, bilingual (Spanish and/or Creole) preferred.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• PowerPoint presentation skills
• Flexibility and adaptability

Benefits

The State of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package 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
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers
• And more!