Human Services Practitioner

University of South Florida in; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to improving public health as a Human Services Practitioner. In this impactful role, you will support individuals and groups in overcoming tobacco addiction through professional interventions and training. You'll engage with diverse clients, manage cases, and promote cessation services in the community. With opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while working in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about health and wellness, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Leave Programs

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• 2 years of applicable experience for Bachelor's candidates.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate tobacco cessation groups in various settings.
• Maintain accurate reports and process referrals.

Skills

Tobacco Cessation Interventions

Client Case Management

Screening and Assessment

Training Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Tools

TFFACT System

Job description

Human Services Practitioner (Finance)

The Human Services Practitioner position is employed by USF AHEC Tobacco Cessation Program to support cessation services and interventions with individuals and groups addicted to tobacco, as well as healthcare workers who treat tobacco-dependent patients. Responsibilities include applying professional training to assist with tobacco interventions, conducting screenings, providing training, and managing client cases. The role involves interacting with adult clients, the elderly, and institutional staff, and may include distributing nicotine replacement products, pre-registering clients, and preparing group materials.

This position requires a qualified human services professional with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Bachelor's degree candidates must have at least two years of applicable experience; a Master's degree may substitute for this experience. Certain certifications or licensures may also be required or preferred.

Additional details include:

1. Senate Bill 1310, which allows substitution of work experience for educational requirements under specific conditions.
2. Related work experience cannot substitute for licensure, certification, or registration requirements.

The University of South Florida (USF) is a high-impact research university dedicated to student success, with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. USF is a Preeminent State Research University and a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

USF employs over 16,000 staff members and offers opportunities for professional growth, a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and leave programs.

Key duties include:

1. Facilitating in-person and virtual tobacco cessation groups in various settings.
2. Distributing OTC Nicotine Replacement Therapy products following established protocols.
3. Maintaining accurate reports using the TFFACT system and processing referrals.
4. Promoting cessation services at community events and recruiting new sites for classes.
5. Completing and maintaining certification as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist.
6. Participating in ongoing training and forums related to tobacco cessation.
7. Supporting systems change strategies within healthcare and social service organizations in the USF AHEC region.