OPS HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64959325

State of Florida•Sanford, FL

99d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Department of Health in Seminole County is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking individual fill our OPS Health Educator in the WIC office. Paraprofessional- “Peers” are individuals without extended professional training in health, nutrition, or the clinical management of breastfeeding. They are trained and given ongoing supervision to provide a basic service or function within a defined scope of practice. Available outside of normal clinic hours—up until 9 pm at night and on weekends This position requires traveling to other WIC sites as needed therefore you must have a current Florida Driver License. Has breastfed at least one baby. This position may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disasters or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. This position will maintain confidentiality and security of records as specified by departmental regulations and laws.

Requirements

Applicant must be able to pass a typing test at 40 words per minute.
This position requires traveling to other WIC sites as needed therefore you must have a current Florida Driver License.
Has breastfed at least one baby.
Knowledge of principles, practices & procedures correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage, standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms, ability to promote breastfeeding benefits.
Skill in operating a personal computer, performing data entry, operate general office equipment, follow office procedures & practices, organize & maintain filing systems, handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner, plan, organize & coordinate work assignments & communicate effectively verbally & in writing, establish & maintain effective working relationship with others, understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures, prioritize individual workload, frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time, lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed, frequently use telephone, computer, copier and small hand tools, work with occasional loud noises, locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically, follow instructions, input and review data for accuracy & completeness, work independently or with minimal supervision
FL Driver’s License
Requires breastfeeding experience.
Willing to be on call during week nights (up to 9pm) and on weekends (8:00 am - 9:00pm)
Willing to travel to both clinics based on agency needs.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment.

Nice To Haves

Been a Participant in WIC program
Breastfed a baby in the last 5 years.
Case Management experience
Experience documenting in SOAP format
Bilingual in English/Spanish (proficient)

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be primarily responsible for providing lactation support and education to participants of the WIC Program.
This individual will provide education based on the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum.
The role of Peer Counselor is to provide information to help clients make an educated infant feeding decision.
Sharing strategies for a good start, answer common questions, encourage moms when concerns arise, and make referrals.
The incumbent also maintains up to date records of services provided.
Provides breastfeeding counseling and education to postpartum breastfeeding WIC participants.
Counsels participants in the clinic or by phone using strategies and techniques outlined in the Loving Support Through Peer Counseling training.
Performs feeding assessment as needed and refers high-risk or complex breastfeeding issues to the Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or medical provider.
Provides breastfeeding and prenatal follow-up contacts at intervals outlined in Breastfeeding Program guidelines.
Documentation will be written in either SOAP or narrative format and must include assessment details and follow-up care plan based specific on findings from the consultation.
All contacts and attempts to contact are documented in FL-WiSE system under Breastfeeding Support.
Provides prenatal breastfeeding education in group or individual settings.
Uses strategies and techniques within peer counselor’s scope of practice as outlined in WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum Training.
Assists participants in the decision- making process by providing evidence-based breastfeeding information.
Participates in the development, implementation and facilitation of the Breastfeeding Support Group, Breastfeeding Coalition and annual World Breastfeeding Event.
Accurately completes and submits daily employee activity reports (EARs) and People First timesheets by required deadlines.
Participates in nutrition and breastfeeding education activities and completes all periodic DOH and WIC required training.
Actively participates in team meetings.
Attends at least two WIC Program outreach activity / community events per year.
Performs other duties, as assigned, to support the mission of the Department.

Benefits

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)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

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