SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64043919 - PENDING RECLASS
About The Position
The Senior Human Services Program Specialist leads the Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE) program in Bay County. The role works with schools and community partners to schedule and deliver SRAE curriculum, promote activities for middle and high school youth and the adults in their lives, and plan and participate in community events and presentations. The position also assists with implementing, coordinating, and managing other grant-funded programs and initiatives aligned with the assigned program area. It is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data under its control and for providing courteous, customer-focused service to clients and colleagues. The incumbent collaborates with the Bay District School Board, school administrators, staff, agency representatives, and other SRAE staff to develop, deliver, and evaluate program activities. The role may independently facilitate curriculum and activities in school or community settings, prepare equipment and training materials, plan and facilitate events, and maintain relationships with community organizations and government agencies. It represents the Florida Department of Health in Bay County and the county SRAE Program at relevant community meetings. Administrative work includes completing activity reports, sign-in sheets, and evaluations; entering classroom and community data into Excel; obtaining federal surveys for middle and high schools; preparing reports and program evaluations; using the My Florida Marketplace requisition system to purchase equipment and materials in accordance with state and federal grant requirements; and assisting with budgets and work plans. The position is based in Panama City, Florida, and requires some evening and weekend activities. Incumbents may also be required to perform emergency duties outside normal work hours or days.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license.
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of community programs and organizations.
- Public speaking skills.
- Budget management and purchasing experience.
- Willingness to work some nights and weekends.
- Ability to learn and communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE) program and promote its activities to middle and high school youth, parents, guardians, and significant adults.
- Meet with school personnel to schedule SRAE curriculum and coordinate program activities.
- Collaborate with the Bay District School Board, school administrators, staff, agency representatives, and SRAE staff to develop, implement, and evaluate program activities.
- Facilitate SRAE curriculum and activities in school and community settings in accordance with the project work plan.
- Plan, develop, facilitate, and participate in community events and presentations promoting the SRA message.
- Prepare equipment, training aids, and classrooms for program activities.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with community partners, organizations, and government agencies, and represent DOH Bay and the county SRAE Program at related meetings.
- Participate in staff conferences and activity design to develop and improve SRAE activities.
- Complete activity reports, sign-in sheets, and evaluations after activities.
- Enter classroom and community data into Excel accurately and promptly, and maintain the integrity and confidentiality of controlled datasets.
- Obtain federal surveys for middle and high schools.
- Assist with or independently prepare monthly reports, program evaluations, and documentation as requested by the Human Services Program Manager – SES.
- Purchase equipment and materials through the My Florida Marketplace requisition system while following DOH and federal grant purchasing rules.
- Assist with budgets and work plans.
- Assist with implementation, coordination, and management of other grant-funded programs and initiatives aligned with the program area.
- Provide friendly, respectful, and courteous customer service to clients and fellow employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned; may be required to perform emergency duties outside normal work hours or days.
Benefits
- Annual and sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
- State group insurance options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
