HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64001731

State of Florida; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida, Department of Health in Florida, seeks a Human Services Program Specialist to support HIV prevention initiatives and education. Responsibilities include coordinating campaigns, partner with community organizations, and conducting testing and counseling in clinics and outreach events.

The role requires an Associate’s degree with 2 years in HIV care; bilingual English/Spanish preferred. The department emphasizes health promotion, literacy, and linkage to care across sites in

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required with 2 years experience in HIV continuum of care.
• Experience substitutable year-for-year for required education.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance on HIV prevention programs and services.
• Organize HIV prevention campaigns and events.
• Coordinate with jails, treatment facilities and high-volume venues for screening and testing.
• Conduct interviews for education and linkage to care.
• Deliver HIV pre/post-test counseling and rapid testing where needed.

Skills

HIV prevention knowledge

Counseling skills

Health education

Data handling

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

CAREWare system

Job description

Requisition No: 882164

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64001731

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64001731

Salary: $1471.70 Bi-weekly

Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance to community-based organizations, private business and medical entities on development, implementation, and expansion of HIV prevention programs and/or services for the HIV affected/effected community.

Organize and/or participate in local HIV prevention campaigns and events as assigned,

Coordinate with local jail, drug treatment facilities, and other high-volume venues that provide service to high-risk clients, to provide timely screening and/or testing for HIV/ Syphilis and ensure appropriate treatment and follow up care.

Coordinate and conduct timely personal interviews with individuals infected with sexually transmitted diseases for the purpose of educating clients regarding their infections and appropriate treatment and medical care and developing plans to locate and refer sex/IV partners to medical care

Communicate Health Literacy/Health Education activities to increase individuals’ awareness of HIV status and facilitate access to HIV care system using HIV testing, referral services and linkage to care.

Provide HIV pre and post-test counseling and rapid testing (anonymous and confidential) in Community Health clinic and in outreach settings/events. Orders and maintains HIV testing kits according to FDOH HIV testing policies.

Serve as primary liaison with HIV Early Intervention Services program, maintain accurate and up to date client files and link with the CAREWare system

Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic medical and drug terminology.
• Knowledge of the transmission, prevention and risk reduction of STDs, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis.
• Knowledge of health promotions and disease preventions.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills including ability to utilize database, spreadsheet.
• Knowledge and ability to share information on STDs and HIV/AIDS.
• Knowledge of Universal (Standard) precautions and infection control practices.
• Knowledge of contact investigation, tracing and notification of communicable diseases.
• Skill in motivational interviewing and counseling.
• Skill in telephone and in-person interviewing to complete investigation with the clients.
• Skill in testing for select STDs, including drawing blood, performing rapid tests.
• Ability to interview patients.

Qualifications

Minimum-An Associate’s degree from an accredited University and 2 years experience with the HIV continuum of care

Professional or nonprofessional experience as required above can substitute on a year for year the required college education.

Preferred-

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

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

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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

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• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

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.

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.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.