OPS HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64964525

Florida; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternate

State group Insurance

Workers’ Compensation

Reemployment Assistance

Deferred Compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County is seeking an OPS Health Support Technician to support the School Based Sealant Program. The role provides professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies, and the public, under supervision of the Public Health Services Manager.

The position requires travel between sites in Volusia County schools, daycares, and summer programs, with no dental certification required.

Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate schedules.
• Ability to lift 30lbs or more.
• Ability to provide instruction/education to patients in preventative dental health techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support and provide technical assistance to staff, community agencies and the public.
• Assist dental hygienists in preventive services and education for students in Volusia County.
• Travel between work sites to support the School Based Sealant Program.

Skills

Coordinate schedules

Lift 30lbs

Educate patients

Bi-lingual Spanish/English

Communicate with diverse audiences

Tools

Outlook

HMS

Job description

Job Details

Requisition No: 882871
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS HEALTH SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - 64964525
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64964525
Salary: $15.50 to $16.00/Hour
Posting Closing Date: 10/04/2026

Your Specific Responsibilities

This position serves as an OPS Health Support Technician on the School Based Sealant Program. This position does not require any dental certifications or training. This position is under the general supervision of the Public Health Services Manager- B SES in the dental outreach program and provides professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies and the general public. This position will be assigned to the School Based Sealant Program assisting the dental hygienists while they provide oral health education and preventative dental services for students in Volusia County schools, daycares, and summer programs. This position requires travel between these work sites. This position will provide education to community agencies and the public through community events and health fairs in accordance with the mission and vision of the dental program and the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County.

• This position does not require you to be a Certified Dental Assistant.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to coordinate schedules
• Ability to lift 30lbs or more
• Ability to provide instruction/education to patients in preventative dental health techniques

Qualifications

Minimum

• Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions
• Must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Must be able to work well with children
• Must have time management skills and the ability to work independently

Preferred

• Experience working with children
• Computer knowledge (Outlook, HMS)
• Bi-lingual Spanish/English
• Communicate effectively with people of different cultural and educational backgrounds
• Certified Dental Assistant (preferred, Not Required)

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 Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
• C collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
• A accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
• R responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
• E excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach 32117

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)
• 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.