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MyFlorida PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER A - SES - 64082159 in MILTON, Florida
PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER A - SES - 64082159
Date: Oct 10, 2024
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Requisition No: 839117
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER A - SES - 64082159
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 64082159
Salary: $33,760 - $60,000
Posting Closing Date: 10/21/2024
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Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position spends more than 50% of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees’ work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and complete timesheets.
Supports the WIC Nutrition Department - Communicates effectively, collaboratively, with a clear vision for Public Health (PH) Nutrition and a strategic plan in line with SRCHD and Florida Department of Health (FDOH) and national PH Nutrition goals/objectives the core functions of public health, Ten Essential Public Health Services and Healthy People 2030. Assures that critical PH and PH responses and preventions occur timely for PH threats. Monitors, coordinates, and optimizes PH Nutrition activities, processes, resource utilization, goals, customers, and outcomes. Assesses community PH needs, to inform PH Nutrition activities. Provides leadership for PH Nutrition QI activities and acts to improve practices where indicated.
PH Nutrition Grant Management – Assures programmatic and budgetary compliance with grant requirements, and timely and accurate development of required activities, reports and responses.
PH Nutrition Guidance - Acts as PH Nutrition advocate with other SRCHD departments and DOH program offices, providing timely and accurate responses and reports as required. Attends statewide and regional PH Nutrition related meetings and workgroups. Represents the SRCHD on community committees and advisory boards related to PH Nutrition and SRCHD strategic objectives. Assures successful investigation and resolution of complaints regarding PH Nutrition services/programs. Assists in development/implementation of positive public relations activities and materials, including customer satisfaction surveys. Develops community capacity in PH Nutrition by working with schools, universities, and others. Coordinates outreach activities for WIC department.
The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County (DOH–Santa Rosa) is a customer driven public health organization in continuous pursuit of performance excellence. Our Mission – To protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. Our Vision – To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Our Values - Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (ICARE)
This position is a highly responsible public health nutrition supervisory level position reporting directly to the PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER. The incumbent represents the agency along with its mission and values. The incumbent is part of the global public health organization and is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, respect, and teamwork in a diverse environment. The incumbent in this position is directly responsible for supervision and coordination of nutrition education for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in compliance with Federal Regulations. The incumbent will collaborate with WIC staff to ensure reliable and current nutrition education and the promotion, protection, and support of breastfeeding.
The incumbent will provide direct services to clients, which include providing nutrition assessments and counseling to WIC participants, determining nutrition risk/eligibility criteria for program applicants, and preparing high-risk care plans as needed. The incumbent is responsible for the supervision of staff including appraisals, planning, and directing their work, approving leave, having the authority for hiring, and taking disciplinary action or effectively recommending such actions. Assists in developing, updating, implementing and monitoring the policies and procedure of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC Program) for the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County ensuring compliance with Federal regulations, state and local policies and procedures as described within the WIC Procedure Manual DHM 150-24, WIC Data System User Guide, WIC Data System Manager Guide, WIC CPA (Competent Professional Authority) Guidebook, Formula Reference Guide and Formulary.
Incumbent will be involved in the overall WIC Program coordination and providing direct client services by delivering quality nutrition education and support to the WIC participants. Incumbent will promote and participate in community outreach events and/or presentations as outlined on annual performance expectations.
This consists of work carrying out local WIC agency quality improvement responsibilities at all sites including but not limited to the following:
Monitor local sites for compliance with inventories.
Complete nutritionist record reviews.
Assure completion of customer satisfaction surveys.
Compile indicator scorecard information for supervisors, meeting with staff, and providing technical assistance.
Train new staff and serving as mentor to new hires.
Provide consistent one-on-one mentorship to assigned staff.
Coordinate and developing QI reviews in clinics, tracking the results, and providing technical assistance.
Recommend changes in procedures as appropriate based on QI findings.
Serve on health department quality teams and/or committees, if applicable.
Assist with required monthly reports for State WIC Office.
Provide assistance assessing, planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating local agency needs, policies, procedures, and expansion activities of the WIC Program at all locations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection
Knowledge of computer software including applications
Knowledge of the science and current practice of nutrition or dietetics; Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health, or disease; Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques; Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to maintain confidentiality (HIPPA regulations and privacy and security)
Ability to prepare and maintain reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to develop educational/training plans and supporting materials; Ability to use various communication channels to provide education/training.
Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary data.
Ability to interview and counsel patients.
Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate a nutrition program or project.
Ability to supervise people.
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to use WIC Program related software and provide proof of successful completion of the FL-WiSE competency test, or new hires be able to pass this test within 60 days following date of hire. This information may be verified through the State WIC office, local agencies, or through competency testing at the time of the interview.
Critical Thinking: Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches.
Visioning: Developing and image of how a system should work under ideal conditions.
Personnel and Human Resources: Knowledge of policies and practices involved in personnel/human resources functions.
Judgment and Decision Making: Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action.
Management of Financial Resources: Determining how money will be spent and accounting for expenditures.
Time Management: Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Identifying Downstream Consequences: Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations.
Qualifications:
Minimum
Dietitian/Nutritionist in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 21M, Section 48.001, 48.002, 48.003, Florida Administrative Code.
Must be a licensed dietitian/nutritionist in the state of Florida.
Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Food & Nutrition related subject required.
Must have a valid State of Florida Driver’s License.
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:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
5527 Stewart Street, Milton, FL
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits 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
(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly 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.
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 the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). 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.
Location:
MILTON, FL, US, 32570
Nearest Major Market:Pensacola