Human Service Specialist jobs at State Of Florida

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64085127 Pay Plan: Career Service 64085127 Salary: $1,400.00-1,500.00 Biweekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Open Competitive Your Specific Responsibilities: The Health Liaison is a professional position with lead responsibility for dedicating time to complete and fulfill Health Improvement Plan activities. This position is responsible for building community capacity that includes traditional public health organizations and non-traditional partners to reach affected populations with tailored programs and practices to strengthen the collaboration with health care providers by promoting and maintaining health and preventing and managing disease and economic support for families. Activities of this position include: * Facilitate meetings, collect data, report on progress, assist with project task, and conduct accountability follow-ups to implement priority health area projects. * Lead or co-lead at least four quarterly (CHD Internal) meetings and activities. * Increase the number of community partners and/or level of collaboration in projects. * Coordinate/participate in at least four activities/events that support the improvement of resident's health status. * Track priority area projects goals, objectives, activities, and update data monthly. * Coordinate two presentations to Coalition members, updating them on the projects' progress, issues encountered, partner recruitment, and data tracking. * Review, update, and maintain a Health Improvement Plan. * Maintain a CHD Team consisting of staff from various program areas to identify professional development opportunities, strengthen the internal infrastructure to address optimal health, participate in quarterly meetings, and maintain and expand a comprehensive distribution list of county partners. * Maintain a Coalition and Plan Taskforce to guide and implement projects to address priority areas. * Meet with the Business Manager quarterly to review the budget and expenditures. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Excellent verbal and written English language skills. * Emotional maturity and intelligence. * Ability to problem-solve in sensitive situations. * Ability to produce accurate data records and to summarize results in report form. * Ability to create standard work products in Microsoft Suite, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Qualifications: Minimum: * Experience recruiting and developing community partnerships. * Experience presenting community health education to groups using culturally and linguistically appropriate health communication interventions. Preferred: * First Aid-CPR-AED Certified. * Knowledge and intermediate skills in all Microsoft Office applications. 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: Starke, 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 *************** * Flexible Spending Accounts; * Tuition waivers; * And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit ***************************** 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: ****************** 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 (***************. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICE PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 41000605 1 Pay Plan: Career Service 41000605 Salary: $52,530.40 Annually Total Compensation Estimator Tool "This is a re-advertisement. Prior applicants need not re-apply" Our Organization and Mission: The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. Position Summary: This Senior Human Services Program Specialist position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the Victim Services Unit in West Palm Beach, Florida. Pay: $52,530.40 Annually Qualifications: * Eight (8) years of experience in social work or victim services, probation and parole, claims or benefits eligibility determination. * A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for four (4) years of the required work experience. * A master's degree in a related field can substitute for six years of the required experience. Preference may be given to applicants with: * At least two years' experience providing direct services to crime victims. * Experience working with crime victims in the court process. * Familiar with the principles and techniques of effective crisis intervention. * Strong interpersonal skills and are comfortable with public speaking, and can work independently and effectively manage time while completing a variety of tasks. The Work You Will Do: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: * Provides appellate notification and explains court decisions, court documents and provides court accompaniment to victims and next of kin in assigned district courts of appeal, circuit court and the Florida Supreme Court. * Enters and tracks victim information into the criminal appellate database, works as a liaison with the State Attorney's Office (SAO) to obtain accurate victim information, trains SAO advocates and other allied professionals on the criminal appellate process and other duties necessary related to the criminal appellate process. * Analyze victims' compensation claims through the VAN and VANNext systems in order to assist both victims of crime and victim compensation analysts with claim determination. Work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies and the public regarding line of duty death claims. * Schedules and provides in-depth training to allied professionals related to Division programs, such as the Address Confidentiality Program, Victim Compensation, and Cybersafety. * Serves as a liaison with local city, county, and state officials, allied professional groups, community groups and the community at large in order to provide information about Florida Statute 960 and collaborate to improve victim services. * Ensures necessary services are being provided within the assigned geographical area and works with community providers to fill gaps in services. * Attends local coalition meetings, taskforces, workgroups and review teams to assist with analysis of criminal cases in efforts to improve victim services. * Deployment to mass casualty criminal incidents, to assist victims, families and communities in need of assistance with victim compensation claims and other duties as assigned. * Serves as consultant to management for the purposes of improving operational procedures. * Complete special assignments and perform related duties as assigned. NOTE: These duties involve extended work hours and travel outside the work site. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. * Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. 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 *************** * Flexible Spending Accounts * Tuition waivers. * And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** IMPORTANT NOTICE: To be considered for the position, all applicants must: Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying such as dates of service, reason for leaving, etc. In addition, all applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. NOTE: Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application. * Ensure that applicant responses to qualifying questions are verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the employment application and/or resume. Applicants who do not respond to the qualifying questions will not be considered for this position. * The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. * Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. Following the six-month period, a new application must be submitted to an open advertisement to be considered for that vacancy. * OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113, Fs. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting, pursuant to s. 110.1127(2)(a), F.S. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace, all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion or other drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. E-VERIFY STATEMENT: The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government's employment eligibility verification program (e-verify). E-verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the employment eligibility verification form (i-9). PERSONS WITH DISABILITY/ADA STATEMENT: The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in order to participate in the application process, please notify the people first service center at ************. If you need an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation. REMINDERS: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website at: https: //************ 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. If you return to FRS employment before satisfying the required waiting period, your retirement may be voided, and you may have to repay all benefits you have received, including any Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) payout. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 60044761 Pay Plan: Career Service 60044761 Salary: $1,636.98 - $3,422.39 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Senior Human Services Program Specialist Location: This position will report to SunCoast Region Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Program Office and may be in any of the following counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sarasota or Lee County. This is an Internal Agency Opportunity for qualified candidates currently employed with the Department of Children and Families. Teleworking is not an option. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. Some travel may be required. The individual occupying this position is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures of the ESS Programs are correctly administered within the Region. This is accomplished through coordination with Headquarters and Regional Operations staff to ensure that eligibility activities are completed according to current operating procedures and understanding of data analysis functions. This position may involve some travel. Facility is a tobacco free environment. The bi-weekly salary range for this position is $1,636.98 - $3,422.39. PRIMARY DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Coordinate activities supporting the Department's and ESS program's staff development goals, including leading project teams and professional development initiatives. * Assist with the development and ongoing maintenance of staff development resources, including video projects, orientation materials, marketing content, newsletters, and archived materials. * Within available resources, plan, deliver, and evaluate organizational development and professional growth activities. * Develop training curriculum or plans for professional development initiatives. * Ensure all staff development project resources are updated and archived. * Conduct effective training and developmental activities as demonstrated through formal observations and standardized trainee surveys. * Complete observations of facilitators and trainers to provide feedback and improve effectiveness. * Develop, interpret, coordinate, and communicate program policies and procedures specific to Region and Operations staff. * Provide correct real time policy and procedural guidance and assistance. * Develop training curriculum or plans, organizes, and conducts pre-service, in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Plans, organizes, and conducts in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Compile statistical reports and prepare memos and other correspondence as requested. * Develop relationships and act as liaison between region, Central Office, other community and/or government agencies and Community Partners and serve as a spokesperson on program policy and initiatives. * Knowledge of Family Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, PEPW, Relative Caregiver, and other programs. * Assists in developing corrective action plans as requested. * Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring the annual quality management and assurance plan in conjunction with other Economic self-sufficiency staff. * Review and analyze performance data to determine policy and procedural strengths and opportunities. * Provide Quality Assurance support, Operational support and technical assistance through case reviews, completion of ad-hoc reports and review of data systems. * Collaborates with others or works on teams to accomplish work-related activities and to determine appropriate action or recommend improvements or solutions to problems. * Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of the organization's mission, vision, and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operate effectively with them. * Must have knowledge of, and experience in, the public assistance programs administered by Economic Self Sufficiency including Food and Cash Assistance, Medicaid, Partner Relations, and Refugee Programs. * Knowledge of the FLORIDA and FLMMIS systems, Application Management System (AMS), ACCESS Workload Management System, Quality Management System (QMS), ESS Online Reports, FSFN, and EBT. * Ability to coordinate, plan and facilitate effective training, meetings, and presentations for internal and external small and large group events. * Ability to work independently, be organized, and project a professional image in a fast-paced environment. * Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. * Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. * Proficient in PowerPoint, presentation software, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Software products. * Knowledgeable of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for the purpose of preparing the agency's business plans, business plan spreadsheets, and other reports as needed. * Organizes work products, sets priorities, determines short or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. * Monitors and evaluates the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts. * Knowledge of program policies and procedures as mandated by federal, state, and local governing agencies. * Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * Four years or more of professional or nonprofessional experience in Human Resources, Staff Development, Contract Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, or health, social, and economic rehabilitative programs. * OR a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. * OR 120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours can substitute for the experience. * Minimum of three years of case processing experience determining eligibility in programs related to Economic Self Sufficiency (ESS) with the Florida Department of Children and Families. * Possess a valid driver license. * Must be able to lift 25lbs or more. * Must be willing to travel. * Preference will be given to those who have at least one-year ESSII or above experience. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 60044761 Pay Plan: Career Service 60044761 Salary: $1,636.98 - $3,422.39 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Senior Human Services Program Specialist Location: This position will report to SunCoast Region Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Program Office and may be in any of the following counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sarasota or Lee County. This is an Internal Agency Opportunity for qualified candidates currently employed with the Department of Children and Families. Teleworking is not an option. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. Some travel may be required. The individual occupying this position is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures of the ESS Programs are correctly administered within the Region. This is accomplished through coordination with Headquarters and Regional Operations staff to ensure that eligibility activities are completed according to current operating procedures and understanding of data analysis functions. This position may involve some travel. Facility is a tobacco free environment. The bi-weekly salary range for this position is $1,636.98 - $3,422.39. PRIMARY DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Coordinate activities supporting the Department's and ESS program's staff development goals, including leading project teams and professional development initiatives. * Assist with the development and ongoing maintenance of staff development resources, including video projects, orientation materials, marketing content, newsletters, and archived materials. * Within available resources, plan, deliver, and evaluate organizational development and professional growth activities. * Develop training curriculum or plans for professional development initiatives. * Ensure all staff development project resources are updated and archived. * Conduct effective training and developmental activities as demonstrated through formal observations and standardized trainee surveys. * Complete observations of facilitators and trainers to provide feedback and improve effectiveness. * Develop, interpret, coordinate, and communicate program policies and procedures specific to Region and Operations staff. * Provide correct real time policy and procedural guidance and assistance. * Develop training curriculum or plans, organizes, and conducts pre-service, in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Plans, organizes, and conducts in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Compile statistical reports and prepare memos and other correspondence as requested. * Develop relationships and act as liaison between region, Central Office, other community and/or government agencies and Community Partners and serve as a spokesperson on program policy and initiatives. * Knowledge of Family Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, PEPW, Relative Caregiver, and other programs. * Assists in developing corrective action plans as requested. * Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring the annual quality management and assurance plan in conjunction with other Economic self-sufficiency staff. * Review and analyze performance data to determine policy and procedural strengths and opportunities. * Provide Quality Assurance support, Operational support and technical assistance through case reviews, completion of ad-hoc reports and review of data systems. * Collaborates with others or works on teams to accomplish work-related activities and to determine appropriate action or recommend improvements or solutions to problems. * Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of the organization's mission, vision, and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operate effectively with them. * Must have knowledge of, and experience in, the public assistance programs administered by Economic Self Sufficiency including Food and Cash Assistance, Medicaid, Partner Relations, and Refugee Programs. * Knowledge of the FLORIDA and FLMMIS systems, Application Management System (AMS), ACCESS Workload Management System, Quality Management System (QMS), ESS Online Reports, FSFN, and EBT. * Ability to coordinate, plan and facilitate effective training, meetings, and presentations for internal and external small and large group events. * Ability to work independently, be organized, and project a professional image in a fast-paced environment. * Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. * Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. * Proficient in PowerPoint, presentation software, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Software products. * Knowledgeable of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for the purpose of preparing the agency's business plans, business plan spreadsheets, and other reports as needed. * Organizes work products, sets priorities, determines short or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. * Monitors and evaluates the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts. * Knowledge of program policies and procedures as mandated by federal, state, and local governing agencies. * Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * Four years or more of professional or nonprofessional experience in Human Resources, Staff Development, Contract Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, or health, social, and economic rehabilitative programs. * OR a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. * OR 120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours can substitute for the experience. * Minimum of three years of case processing experience determining eligibility in programs related to Economic Self Sufficiency (ESS) with the Florida Department of Children and Families. * Possess a valid driver license. * Must be able to lift 25lbs or more. * Must be willing to travel. * Preference will be given to those who have at least one-year ESSII or above experience. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: Senior Human Services Program Specialist Pay Plan: Career Service 60015426 Salary: $42,561.75 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida Department of Children & Families - Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency * THIS AD WILL BE USED TO FILL POSITIONS IN THE SOUTHEAST REGION* If you are a current employee of the Florida Department of Children and Families, a State of Florida Government Agency, you can apply for this Career Service opportunity. Only employees of the Florida Department of Children & Families will be considered. Description: This is professional work assigned to our Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Program. Responsibilities include collecting, compiling and analyzing program data, assessment of training needs, training program activities, and analysis of complex policy and case management problems. This position also provides assistance in the administration of monitoring and technical assistance activities developed to assure program consistency and uniformity at the service area level. Location: The position is available in the Southeast Region (Fort Lauderdale & Riviera Beach). Positions will be housed within the Region based on physical location of selected candidates. Applicants interested in working in areas outside of the Southeast Region will need to apply for positions advertised for those specific areas on the People First System. Salary: $42,561.57 - Internal salary appointments are determined according to DCF Salary policy. Minimum Qualifications: * A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional experience in health, social, economic or rehabilitative programs * A Master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience * Professional or nonprofessional experience as requires above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: * Monitors data and performs analysis to resolve problems arising in program eligibility, service delivery and/or policy implementation; * Plans, organizes, and conducts pre-service, in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs; * Designs supplemental training programs to meet specialized in-service training needs, including appropriate curricula and supportive material; * Utilizes and develops supplemental material for core training packages from the Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Central Program Office by analyzing, evaluating, and understanding the skills, attitudes, background, abilities of the available program personnel and then selecting the most appropriate training delivery system; * Assist with Quality Management and Assurance Plan monitoring for the Southeast Region; * Assist with other operational, program and performance monitoring as required to ensure that standards and polices are compiled with; * Agency liaison to other community agencies/partners and serves as spokesperson on program policy within the community as needed; * Provides program and policy guidance and consultation to Southeast Region staff; * Provides consultation, technical assistance, on-site visits, assistance in problem resolution and follow-up evaluation and training, etc., to Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency program supervisors and specialists; * Tracks and analyzes performance data and compiles statistical reports for the Southeast Region and provides same to Circuit Operations for evaluation and program compliance; * Coordinating assignments, activities, and projects between State Office and Southeast Region Operations, including working closely with other Program Offices and Southeast Region Operations to facilitate service delivery across program lines; * Assists in developing corrective action plans as requested; * Evaluates program effectiveness; * Provides recommendations based on monitoring results; * Compiles, collects and analyzes data; * Performs other related duties as assigned; Special note: * State of Florida Employment applications must reflect most current position and all previous employment history in order to receive full consideration. * Some Agency positions may require successful completion of pre-interview assessment or work sample prior to interview * Ability to speak/read/write Spanish/Creole/French or other foreign language may be considered in the selection process as determined by Agency need at time of interview * Preference will be given to applicants with Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency experience It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 60044761 Pay Plan: Career Service 60044761 Salary: $1,636.98 - $3,422.39 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Senior Human Services Program Specialist Location: This position will report to SunCoast Region Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Program Office and may be in any of the following counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sarasota or Lee County. This is an Internal Agency Opportunity for qualified candidates currently employed with the Department of Children and Families. Teleworking is not an option. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. Some travel may be required. The individual occupying this position is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures of the ESS Programs are correctly administered within the Region. This is accomplished through coordination with Headquarters and Regional Operations staff to ensure that eligibility activities are completed according to current operating procedures and understanding of data analysis functions. This position may involve some travel. Facility is a tobacco free environment. The bi-weekly salary range for this position is $1,636.98 - $3,422.39. PRIMARY DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Coordinate activities supporting the Department's and ESS program's staff development goals, including leading project teams and professional development initiatives. * Assist with the development and ongoing maintenance of staff development resources, including video projects, orientation materials, marketing content, newsletters, and archived materials. * Within available resources, plan, deliver, and evaluate organizational development and professional growth activities. * Develop training curriculum or plans for professional development initiatives. * Ensure all staff development project resources are updated and archived. * Conduct effective training and developmental activities as demonstrated through formal observations and standardized trainee surveys. * Complete observations of facilitators and trainers to provide feedback and improve effectiveness. * Develop, interpret, coordinate, and communicate program policies and procedures specific to Region and Operations staff. * Provide correct real time policy and procedural guidance and assistance. * Develop training curriculum or plans, organizes, and conducts pre-service, in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Plans, organizes, and conducts in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Compile statistical reports and prepare memos and other correspondence as requested. * Develop relationships and act as liaison between region, Central Office, other community and/or government agencies and Community Partners and serve as a spokesperson on program policy and initiatives. * Knowledge of Family Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, PEPW, Relative Caregiver, and other programs. * Assists in developing corrective action plans as requested. * Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring the annual quality management and assurance plan in conjunction with other Economic self-sufficiency staff. * Review and analyze performance data to determine policy and procedural strengths and opportunities. * Provide Quality Assurance support, Operational support and technical assistance through case reviews, completion of ad-hoc reports and review of data systems. * Collaborates with others or works on teams to accomplish work-related activities and to determine appropriate action or recommend improvements or solutions to problems. * Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of the organization's mission, vision, and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operate effectively with them. * Must have knowledge of, and experience in, the public assistance programs administered by Economic Self Sufficiency including Food and Cash Assistance, Medicaid, Partner Relations, and Refugee Programs. * Knowledge of the FLORIDA and FLMMIS systems, Application Management System (AMS), ACCESS Workload Management System, Quality Management System (QMS), ESS Online Reports, FSFN, and EBT. * Ability to coordinate, plan and facilitate effective training, meetings, and presentations for internal and external small and large group events. * Ability to work independently, be organized, and project a professional image in a fast-paced environment. * Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. * Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. * Proficient in PowerPoint, presentation software, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Software products. * Knowledgeable of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for the purpose of preparing the agency's business plans, business plan spreadsheets, and other reports as needed. * Organizes work products, sets priorities, determines short or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. * Monitors and evaluates the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts. * Knowledge of program policies and procedures as mandated by federal, state, and local governing agencies. * Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * Four years or more of professional or nonprofessional experience in Human Resources, Staff Development, Contract Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, or health, social, and economic rehabilitative programs. * OR a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. * OR 120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours can substitute for the experience. * Minimum of three years of case processing experience determining eligibility in programs related to Economic Self Sufficiency (ESS) with the Florida Department of Children and Families. * Possess a valid driver license. * Must be able to lift 25lbs or more. * Must be willing to travel. * Preference will be given to those who have at least one-year ESSII or above experience. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 60044761 Pay Plan: Career Service 60044761 Salary: $1,636.98 - $3,422.39 Bi-Weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Senior Human Services Program Specialist Location: This position will report to SunCoast Region Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency Program Office and may be in any of the following counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sarasota or Lee County. This is an Internal Agency Opportunity for qualified candidates currently employed with the Department of Children and Families. Teleworking is not an option. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. Some travel may be required. The individual occupying this position is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures of the ESS Programs are correctly administered within the Region. This is accomplished through coordination with Headquarters and Regional Operations staff to ensure that eligibility activities are completed according to current operating procedures and understanding of data analysis functions. This position may involve some travel. Facility is a tobacco free environment. The bi-weekly salary range for this position is $1,636.98 - $3,422.39. PRIMARY DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Coordinate activities supporting the Department's and ESS program's staff development goals, including leading project teams and professional development initiatives. * Assist with the development and ongoing maintenance of staff development resources, including video projects, orientation materials, marketing content, newsletters, and archived materials. * Within available resources, plan, deliver, and evaluate organizational development and professional growth activities. * Develop training curriculum or plans for professional development initiatives. * Ensure all staff development project resources are updated and archived. * Conduct effective training and developmental activities as demonstrated through formal observations and standardized trainee surveys. * Complete observations of facilitators and trainers to provide feedback and improve effectiveness. * Develop, interpret, coordinate, and communicate program policies and procedures specific to Region and Operations staff. * Provide correct real time policy and procedural guidance and assistance. * Develop training curriculum or plans, organizes, and conducts pre-service, in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Plans, organizes, and conducts in-service and policy update training for staff and insures employees have the basic knowledge required to administer a variety of programs. * Compile statistical reports and prepare memos and other correspondence as requested. * Develop relationships and act as liaison between region, Central Office, other community and/or government agencies and Community Partners and serve as a spokesperson on program policy and initiatives. * Knowledge of Family Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, PEPW, Relative Caregiver, and other programs. * Assists in developing corrective action plans as requested. * Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring the annual quality management and assurance plan in conjunction with other Economic self-sufficiency staff. * Review and analyze performance data to determine policy and procedural strengths and opportunities. * Provide Quality Assurance support, Operational support and technical assistance through case reviews, completion of ad-hoc reports and review of data systems. * Collaborates with others or works on teams to accomplish work-related activities and to determine appropriate action or recommend improvements or solutions to problems. * Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of the organization's mission, vision, and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operate effectively with them. * Must have knowledge of, and experience in, the public assistance programs administered by Economic Self Sufficiency including Food and Cash Assistance, Medicaid, Partner Relations, and Refugee Programs. * Knowledge of the FLORIDA and FLMMIS systems, Application Management System (AMS), ACCESS Workload Management System, Quality Management System (QMS), ESS Online Reports, FSFN, and EBT. * Ability to coordinate, plan and facilitate effective training, meetings, and presentations for internal and external small and large group events. * Ability to work independently, be organized, and project a professional image in a fast-paced environment. * Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence. * Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. * Proficient in PowerPoint, presentation software, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Software products. * Knowledgeable of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for the purpose of preparing the agency's business plans, business plan spreadsheets, and other reports as needed. * Organizes work products, sets priorities, determines short or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. * Monitors and evaluates the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts. * Knowledge of program policies and procedures as mandated by federal, state, and local governing agencies. * Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: * Four years or more of professional or nonprofessional experience in Human Resources, Staff Development, Contract Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, or health, social, and economic rehabilitative programs. * OR a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. * OR 120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours can substitute for the experience. * Minimum of three years of case processing experience determining eligibility in programs related to Economic Self Sufficiency (ESS) with the Florida Department of Children and Families. * Possess a valid driver license. * Must be able to lift 25lbs or more. * Must be willing to travel. * Preference will be given to those who have at least one-year ESSII or above experience. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 60069157 Pay Plan: Career Service 60069157 Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE Total Compensation Estimator Tool NTERNAL AD, OPEN TO CURRENT DCF EMPLOYEES ONLY. This position will be housed in Marion county This is a promotional opportunity, the annual salary will be the base for the position, $38,429.56 or a 10% raise, whichever is higher. DESCRIPTION This position will be part of the Central Region's Access Workforce Development Unit which is responsible for staff development, retention initiatives, rewards and recognition and succession planning. As well as planning and coordinating management summits and developing and implementing health and wellness initiatives. The position will be responsible for creating and facilitating Professional Development training as well as assisting the unit with other initiatives. This position will be housed in ACCESS/Central/Circuit 5 at 1100 SW 38th Ave Ocala, FL 34474 QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum of 4 years' experience in the ACCESS/ESS program. * Experience utilizing Microsoft Office including Excel. Preferred experience in data analysis and conducting training. PREFER QUALIFICATIONS * Minimun of 3 years' experience as a Supervisor * Certification as a Professional Facilitator Trainer and experience creating training curriculum and materials preferred but not required. EXAMPLE OF WORK * Reviews programs, services, forms and reports, and confers with management and users to identify problems and improvements. * Interviews personnel and conducts on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used. * Prepares manuals and trains workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy. * Designs, evaluates, and recommends changes based on need and analysis. * Provides technical assistance, consultative services and direction for development, implementation, evaluation and expansion of programs. * Plans, coordinates and/or presents regional conferences, meetings and workshops. * Plans and conducts studies of problems and procedures. * Gathers and organizes information on problems or procedures. * Analyzes data gathered and develops solutions or alternative methods of proceeding. * Documents findings of study and prepares recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes. Confers with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures. 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 (***************. 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. 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. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37000914 Pay Plan: Career Service 37000914 Salary: $3,176.43 monthly/ $38,117.16 annually Total Compensation Estimator Tool PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Open Competitive This position is located in Chipley, FL Closing Date: 12/12/2025 Potential Resident Opportunity Position Overview and Responsibilities: Park Services Specialist (37000914) Falling Waters State Park Falling Waters State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Services Specialist position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and resource management. This position serves as the parks Volunteer Coordinator. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. Plans and conducts volunteer meetings, training, workshops, and orientation sessions. Develops and maintains volunteer job descriptions, procedural manuals, and personnel records. Coordinates and creates the volunteer schedule. Tracks volunteer hours in VSYS, prepare appropriate reports, and coordinate awards programs. Serves as a liaison between the park and the District Park Programs Development Specialist and the Education & Training Specialists. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF: * FPS volunteer policies and procedures * Florida's ecosystems and resource management techniques required to manage/restore natural communities * Cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques * Florida's natural and cultural resources * Good public relations * Technical report writing * Effective verbal and written communication principles and techniques * Computer operations and related software SKILL IN: * Communicating effectively verbally and in writing * Operating a cash register and reconciling receipts * Accurately preparing reports * Interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner * Performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting * Utilize power tools, including but not limited to, chain saws and drills, basic plumbing, including but not limited to, replacing outlets and circuit breakers * Basic carpentry, including but not limited to, boardwalk and fence repairs * Utilize a computer including but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft office suite ABILITY TO: * To successfully complete a background and fingerprint check. * Participate in Resource Management tasks, including but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide * Cleaning restrooms and picking up trash * Research, plan, and prepare educational, interpretive, and promotional materials and programs * Work independently * Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally * Work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays * Maintain a valid driver's license * Establish and maintain effective working relationship with others * Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments * Coordinate special events * Compile, organize and analyze data * Perform a variety of skilled trade functions * Travel occasionally. Minimum Qualifications: * Valid driver's license. Position of Special Trust Requirement: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position. Pay: Base salary $3,176.43 monthly/ $38,117.16 annually Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water, and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: Falling Waters Sink is a 100-foot-deep, 20-foot-wide cylindrical pit into which flows a small stream that drops 73 feet to the bottom of the sink. The water's final destination is unknown. Only a few miles south of I-10, the park provides travelers with a quiet, serene stop on their journey. Visitors can see beautiful native and migrating butterflies in the butterfly garden, take a dip in the lake or have a family picnic. Hikers can experience the verdant, gently sloping landscape of North Florida. 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 *************** * Tuition waivers; * Total Compensation Estimator Tool * And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit **************************** Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: HR_********************************** HR_************************** An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at **************. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: FAMILY FINDER SPECIALIST - 60074748 Pay Plan: Career Service 60074748 Salary: 47,500 - 55,000 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Family Finder (Operations Review Specialist) Department of Children and Families Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. Qualifications: * A bachelor's degree (degree must be conferred at the time of application). * Bachelor's or master's degree in social work or related field preferred. (When applying please attach required education, certification, or licensure). * At least 2 years in child welfare, preferred in child abuse investigations. * Current/Active Child Welfare Certification credentials from the Florida Certification Board. * Must be trained and practicing Florida's Safety Practice method. * Valid Driver License; and * Must possess operational private vehicle for use in the performance of daily work activities. Selected applicants are required to provide proof of vehicle registration and documentation of the appropriate insurance coverage. The Department provides a Vehicle Insurance Allowance to assist with the cost of insurance coverage due to the use of private vehicle for work purposes. Duties and Responsibilities This position performs advanced family finding program efforts to discover, engage, plan, make decisions, and evaluate strategies to locate relatives and fictive kin. * Conducts extensive/advanced searches, such as case mining, mobility mapping, internet searches and cold calls, to locate adult relatives and fictive kin. * Collaborate with the child protective investigator to identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. * Identify and build positive connections between child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. * Attends and participates in family finding group decision making which may include conducting a multidisciplinary meeting with all parties involved and prospective family members or fictive kin. * Attend Case Transfer Staffing as needed to inform Child Welfare Professionals of status of family finding efforts. * Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child welfare such as community-based care providers, Children's Legal Services, Guardian ad Litem, schools, clinical professionals, and other community agency resources. * Regularly reviews and identifies any changes to Florida Statutes, DCF Operational Procedures, Administrative Rule, and policies. Ensures participants are aware of changes, confidentiality, and HIPAA, and identifies potential problems related to case specifics. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge in Florida's Practice Model and Florida's official electronic system of record, Florida Safe Family Network (FSFN). Experience in Microsoft Office, familiar with the child welfare system, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills relative to diverse populations in academic, public health, and community settings. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines. Analytical, decision making, and organizational skills. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37001140 1 Pay Plan: Career Service 37001140 Salary: $3,176.43 month/$38,117.16 annual Total Compensation Estimator Tool Park Services Specialist (37001140) State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection This position is located in Thonotosassa, FL POSITION OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Hillsborough River Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Services Specialist position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and cultural resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply. This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Hillsborough River State Park, Fort Foster State Historic Site and Ybor City Museum State Park. VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Recruits, screens, trains and oversees volunteers. Utilizes established system to coordinate the park's volunteer and manpower augmentation program. Determine park needs and coordinates volunteer placement. Develop volunteer job descriptions, procedural manuals, and evaluations. Plans and oversees volunteer schedules, tracks hours, prepares reports, and coordinates awards program VISITOR SERVICES Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education. Visitor interaction including answering questions, providing information, assistance, and directions. Resolve customer complaints while maintaining good customer service and upholding the Florida Park Service image RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Participates in all aspects of prescribed fire. Monitors, maintains, and protects the natural and cultural resources of the park. Develops and implements resource management plans. Plans and participates in invasive species control using chemical and mechanical means. Implements site restoration projects. Participates in hydrological resource restoration and monitoring. Collects, analyzes, and records data MAINTENANCE - Construct maintains and repairs buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic areas and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds, facilities, and vehicles. ADMINISTRATION Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contact, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Answer telephone, operate radio equipment and maintain logs. Answers correspondence and maintains park files PROTECTION - Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor OTHER - Performs other related duties as required Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF: * natural and cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques * the principles, methods and techniques of training * administrative principles and practices * volunteer recruitment and management * grounds and facilities maintenance techniques SKILL IN: * communicating effectively verbally and in writing * accurately preparing reports * interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner * use of assorted hand tools, power tools and equipment. * utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite ABILITY TO: * participate in all aspects of resource management, including, but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide * work outdoors in inclement weather conditions * operate motorized vehicles * communicate effectively verbally and in writing * follow verbal and written instructions/directions * work independently with minimal supervision * establish and maintain effective working relationships with others * collect fees, operate computer and point of sale systems, reconcile transactions * recruit, screen and train volunteers * complete interpretive training, present interpretive programs and coordinate special events * identify and investigate problems and take appropriate action to correct problems * conduct inspections, identify needs and investigate problems * work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays * successfully complete ranger academy * maintain a valid drivers' license * successfully complete background & fingerprint check * properly wear uniform * comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions Minimum qualifications: Valid drivers' license BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Pay: $3,176.43 month/$38,117.16 annual Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: Hillsborough River State Park Ybor City Museum State Park Fort Foster State Historic Site c/o Hillsborough Island Administration 15402 N. US 301 Thonotosassa, FL 33592 Opened in 1938 as one of Florida's first state parks, this park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River. Fort Foster, a replica of an 1837 fort from the Second Seminole War, is located on the park grounds adjacent to the river. Ybor City Museum is located in Ybor City. The museum interprets the cigar industry dating back to the late 1800's. 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 *************** * Tuition waivers. * Total Compensation Estimator Tool * And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit **************************** Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: HR_********************************** HR_************************** An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at **************. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES WORKER II - 60009935 Pay Plan: Career Service 60009935 Salary: $35,578.92 annually/$1368.42 bi-weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Human Services Worker II Department of Children and Families Northeast Florida State Hospital Macclenny, Florida Open Competitive Vacancies in Civil Services Evening and Night Shift positions will receive a $3.00 per hour shift differential This posting will be used to fill Civil position vacancies in Career Service Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. What you will do: This is work responsible for providing residential care, assisting with enrichment activities and supporting the treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, stabilization and recovery of people with a mental illness. As a Human Services Worker II you will treat people in a respectful manner that preserves their dignity and rights and maintain a professional caregiver relationship with people served. How you will make an impact: The incumbent is responsible for preserving the rights, safety and security of people served by observing them: * At all times to learn what type of environment and interactions make them feel safe, secure and calm and to identify distressful stimuli or triggers: When providing ward coverage. When escorting to and from activities and appointments to ensure that they arrive safely. During meals to monitor intake and ensure that they don't choke or trade food. When a person served is placed on special observation status to address dangerous or high risk behaviors. When a restrictive intervention such as seclusion or restraints is used to assess for release criteria and immediately identify health needs that may arise. Communicating with them: * At all times to develop a trusting, caregiver relationship and identify signs of distress or health concerns. When a person served is placed on special observation status, in the seclusion room or in restraints to assure the person that he or she is safe, help them develop trust in you as a caregiver and identify signs of distress or health concerns. Intervening: * To separate them from distressful stimuli and assist in resolving conflict. * To ensure that people served are not neglected, abused or exploited; or to ensure that it is reported to the abuse hotline if they are. * To ensure safety during medical or disaster emergencies. * To ensure safety when a person served is exhibiting a behavior dangerous to self or others, which may involve the use of physical holds and placing people served in a seclusion room or mechanical restraints. Qualifications: * Must be 18 years of age at time of hire. * Six months of experience working in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare setting, customer service experience or in working with developmentally disabled persons; or in working in a correctional facility OR college or vocational/technical training from an accredited institution at the rate of 15 semester, 22 quarter or 360 classroom hours; OR do you possess a current State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) license. * Ability to attend a 1 - 2-week mandatory training course that will include completion of a CPR certification. This training could be scheduled during day, weekend, and evening hours. Special Notes: Pay: $33,579.00 annually/$1,291.50 bi-weekly. 5% Additive dependent on unit assigned Physical agility requirements for Direct Care Staff: * Must be able to ambulate up and down a stairwell. * Must be able to assist with evacuation of persons served during an emergency situation. * Must have normal vision and hearing, including use of corrective devices. * Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and supplies. * Must be able to do repetitive movements with arms, hands, neck and head. * Must be able to demonstrate competency, as appropriate, in all areas of training, some of which requires physical activity such as; CPR and MANDT Must be able to bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances. Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks. Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. Must be able to sit and/or stand for one hour without a break. Must be able to work 16 hour shifts on occasion. Must be able to remain alert while on duty. Must be able to drive an EZ Go or vehicle if job essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Service Planning: Participates in service planning and ensures adherence to plans. * Daily Living Skills: Works with resident to ensure completion of daily living activities. * Crisis Management: Maintains a safe environment by proactively using verbal and non-verbal communication and intervention skills in accordance with our non-coercive strategies and trauma-informed care. * Documentation: Documents information factually and objectively. * Observation, Assessment, & Monitoring: Provides safe and supportive observations, accurate assessments and effectively monitoring residents as assigned. * Escort & Transport: Escorts and transports residents to appointments, activities, etc. * Activities: Provides group and leisure activities. * Advocacy: Advocates for residents' recovery. * Build Relationships: Builds and maintains appropriate relationships and interactions with residents, families, providers, co-workers. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. * When applying, attach required education, certification, or licensure. * Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. Additional Information/Requirements * This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work; including working on scheduled off duty days and various shifts. This position has also been designated as an essential position. Incumbents are expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and may be required to work before, during and beyond normal work hours/days. * The incumbent in this position will work with residents who have been charged with felony offenses and may have psychiatric disorders. * The incumbent in this position will assist residents in completing oral care, bathing, and showering as well as driving them to facilities and medical appointments etc. * 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 suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. * The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. * Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. DCF Mental Health Treatment Facilities are tobacco free. 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. For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. Where you will work: Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team! About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** SELECTIVE SERVICE: Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. Employment may be terminated based on the background investigation results if the candidate begins employment before the background results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Department. Background investigations shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and national criminal records check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Employees will be retained in state and national rap back program, providing real-time arrest hit notifications. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES WORKER II - 60005052 Pay Plan: Career Service 60005052 Salary: $35,578.92 annually/$1,368.42 bi-weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Human Services Worker II Department of Children and Families Chattahoochee, Florida Open Competitive Vacancies in Forensic and Civil Services Evening and Night Shift positions will receive a $3.00 per hour shift differential This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS and Career Service. Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. What you will do: This is work responsible for providing residential care, assisting with enrichment activities and supporting the treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, stabilization and recovery of people with a mental illness. As a Human Services Worker II you will treat people in a respectful manner that preserves their dignity and rights and maintain a professional caregiver relationship with people served. How you will make an impact: The incumbent is responsible for preserving the rights, safety and security of people served by observing them: * At all times to learn what type of environment and interactions make them feel safe, secure and calm and to identify distressful stimuli or triggers: When providing ward coverage. When escorting to and from activities and appointments to ensure that they arrive safely. During meals to monitor intake and ensure that they don't choke or trade food. When a person served is placed on special observation status to address dangerous or high risk behaviors. When a restrictive intervention such as seclusion or restraints is used to assess for release criteria and immediately identify health needs that may arise. Communicating with them: * At all times to develop a trusting, caregiver relationship and identify signs of distress or health concerns. When a person served is placed on special observation status, in the seclusion room or in restraints to assure the person that he or she is safe, help them develop trust in you as a caregiver and identify signs of distress or health concerns. Intervening: * To separate them from distressful stimuli and assist in resolving conflict. * To ensure that people served are not neglected, abused or exploited; or to ensure that it is reported to the abuse hotline if they are. * To ensure safety during medical or disaster emergencies. * To ensure safety when a person served is exhibiting a behavior dangerous to self or others, which may involve the use of physical holds and placing people served in a seclusion room or mechanical restraints. Qualifications: * Must be 18 years of age at time of hire. * Six months of experience working in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare setting, customer service experience or in working with developmentally disabled persons; or in working in a correctional facility OR college or vocational/technical training from an accredited institution at the rate of 15 semester, 22 quarter or 360 classroom hours; OR do you possess a current State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) license. * Ability to attend a 1 - 2-week mandatory training course that will include completion of a CPR certification. This training could be scheduled during day, weekend, and evening hours. Special Notes: Pay: $33,579.00 annually/$1,291.50 bi-weekly. 5% Additive dependent on unit assigned Physical agility requirements for Direct Care Staff: * Must be able to ambulate up and down a stairwell. * Must be able to assist with evacuation of persons served during an emergency situation. * Must have normal vision and hearing, including use of corrective devices. * Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and supplies. * Must be able to do repetitive movements with arms, hands, neck and head. * Must be able to demonstrate competency, as appropriate, in all areas of training, some of which requires physical activity such as; CPR and MANDT Must be able to bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances. Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks. Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. Must be able to sit and/or stand for one hour without a break. Must be able to work 16 hour shifts on occasion. Must be able to remain alert while on duty. Must be able to drive an EZ Go or vehicle if job essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Service Planning: Participates in service planning and ensures adherence to plans. * Daily Living Skills: Works with resident to ensure completion of daily living activities. * Crisis Management: Maintains a safe environment by proactively using verbal and non-verbal communication and intervention skills in accordance with our non-coercive strategies and trauma-informed care. * Documentation: Documents information factually and objectively. * Observation, Assessment, & Monitoring: Provides safe and supportive observations, accurate assessments and effectively monitoring residents as assigned. * Escort & Transport: Escorts and transports residents to appointments, activities, etc. * Activities: Provides group and leisure activities. * Advocacy: Advocates for residents' recovery. * Build Relationships: Builds and maintains appropriate relationships and interactions with residents, families, providers, co-workers. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. * When applying, attach required education, certification, or licensure. * Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. Additional Information/Requirements * This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work; including working on scheduled off duty days and various shifts. This position has also been designated as an essential position. Incumbents are expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and may be required to work before, during and beyond normal work hours/days. * The incumbent in this position will work with residents who have been charged with felony offenses and may have psychiatric disorders. * The incumbent in this position will assist residents in completing oral care, bathing, and showering as well as driving them to facilities and medical appointments etc. * 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 suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. * The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. * Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. DCF Mental Health Treatment Facilities are tobacco free. 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. For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. Where you will work: Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team! About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** SELECTIVE SERVICE: Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. Employment may be terminated based on the background investigation results if the candidate begins employment before the background results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Department. Background investigations shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and national criminal records check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Employees will be retained in state and national rap back program, providing real-time arrest hit notifications. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: FAMILY FINDER SPECIALIST - 60074753 Pay Plan: Career Service 60074753 Salary: 47,000 - 55,000 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Family Finder (Operations Review Specialist) Department of Children and Families Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. Qualifications: * A bachelor's degree (degree must be conferred at the time of application). * Bachelor's or master's degree in social work or related field preferred. (When applying please attach required education, certification, or licensure). * At least 2 years in child welfare, preferred in child abuse investigations. * Current/Active Child Welfare Certification credentials from the Florida Certification Board. * Must be trained and practicing Florida's Safety Practice method. * Valid Driver License; and * Must possess operational private vehicle for use in the performance of daily work activities. Selected applicants are required to provide proof of vehicle registration and documentation of the appropriate insurance coverage. The Department provides a Vehicle Insurance Allowance to assist with the cost of insurance coverage due to the use of private vehicle for work purposes. Duties and Responsibilities This position performs advanced family finding program efforts to discover, engage, plan, make decisions, and evaluate strategies to locate relatives and fictive kin. * Conducts extensive/advanced searches, such as case mining, mobility mapping, internet searches and cold calls, to locate adult relatives and fictive kin. * Collaborate with the child protective investigator to identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. * Identify and build positive connections between child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. * Attends and participates in family finding group decision making which may include conducting a multidisciplinary meeting with all parties involved and prospective family members or fictive kin. * Attend Case Transfer Staffing as needed to inform Child Welfare Professionals of status of family finding efforts. * Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child welfare such as community-based care providers, Children's Legal Services, Guardian ad Litem, schools, clinical professionals, and other community agency resources. * Regularly reviews and identifies any changes to Florida Statutes, DCF Operational Procedures, Administrative Rule, and policies. Ensures participants are aware of changes, confidentiality, and HIPAA, and identifies potential problems related to case specifics. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge in Florida's Practice Model and Florida's official electronic system of record, Florida Safe Family Network (FSFN). Experience in Microsoft Office, familiar with the child welfare system, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills relative to diverse populations in academic, public health, and community settings. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines. Analytical, decision making, and organizational skills. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES WORKER I - 60005727 Pay Plan: Career Service 60005727 Salary: $34,760.00 annually/$1336.92 bi-weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool Human Services Worker I Department of Children and Families Florida State Hospital Chattahochee, State Open Competitive Vacancies in Forensic and Civil Services Evening and Night Shift positions will receive a $3.00 per hour shift differential. This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in Career Service. Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. What will you do: This is work responsible for providing residential care, assisting with enrichment activities and supporting the treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, stabilization and recovery of people with a mental illness. As a Human Services Worker you will treat people in a respectful manner that preserves their dignity and rights and maintain a professional caregiver relationship with people served. How you will make an impact: The incumbent is responsible for preserving the rights, safety and security of people served by observing them: * At all times to learn what type of environment and interactions make them feel safe, secure and calm and to identify distressful stimuli or triggers: When providing ward coverage. When escorting to and from activities and appointments to ensure that they arrive safely. During meals to monitor intake and ensure that they don't choke or trade food. When a person served is placed on special observation status to address dangerous or high risk behaviors. When a restrictive intervention such as seclusion or restraints is used to assess for release criteria and immediately identify health needs that may arise. Communicating with them: * At all times to develop a trusting, caregiver relationship and identify signs of distress or health concerns. When a person served is placed on special observation status, in the seclusion room or in restraints to assure the person that he or she is safe, help them develop trust in you as a caregiver and identify signs of distress or health concerns. Intervening: * To separate them from distressful stimuli and assist in resolving conflict. * To ensure that people served are not neglected, abused or exploited; or to ensure that it is reported to the abuse hotline if they are. * To ensure safety during medical or disaster emergencies. * To ensure safety when a person served is exhibiting a behavior dangerous to self or others, which may involve the use of physical holds and placing people served in a seclusion room or mechanical restraints. Qualifications: * Must be 18 years of age at time of hire * Ability to attend a 1 - 2-week mandatory training course that will include completion of a CPR certification. This training could be scheduled during day, weekend, and evening hours. Physical agility requirements for Direct Care Staff: * Must be able to ambulate up and down a stairwell. * Must be able to assist with evacuation of persons served during an emergency situation. * Must have normal vision and hearing, including use of corrective devices. * Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and supplies. * Must be able to do repetitive movements with arms, hands, neck and head. * Must be able to demonstrate competency, as appropriate, in all areas of training, some of which requires physical activity such as; CPR and MANDT Must be able to bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances. Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks. Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. Must be able to sit and/or stand for one hour without a break. Must be able to work 16 hour shifts on occasion. Must be able to remain alert while on duty. Must be able to drive an EZ Go or vehicle if job essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Service Planning: Participates in service planning and ensures adherence to plans. * Daily Living Skills: Works with resident to ensure completion of daily living activities. * Crisis Management: Maintains a safe environment by proactively using verbal and non-verbal communication and intervention skills in accordance with our non-coercive strategies and trauma-informed care. * Documentation: Documents information factually and objectively. * Observation, Assessment, & Monitoring: Provides safe and supportive observations, accurate assessments and effectively monitoring residents as assigned. * Escort & Transport: Escorts and transports residents to appointments, activities, etc. * Activities: Provides group and leisure activities. * Advocacy: Advocates for residents' recovery. * Build Relationships: Builds and maintains appropriate relationships and interactions with residents, families, providers, co-workers. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. * When applying, attach required education, certification, or licensure. * Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. Additional Information/Requirements * This position will require night, weekend, and holiday work; including working on scheduled off duty days and various shifts. This position has also been designated as an essential position. Incumbents are expected to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and may be required to work before, during and beyond normal work hours/days. * The incumbent in this position will work with residents who have been charged with felony offenses and may have psychiatric disorders. * The incumbent in this position will assist residents in completing oral care, bathing, and showering as well as driving them to facilities and medical appointments etc. * 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 suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. * The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. * Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. DCF Mental Health Treatment Facilities are tobacco free. 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. For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. Where you will work: Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team! About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** SELECTIVE SERVICE: Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST - 37001140 1 Pay Plan: Career Service 37001140 Salary: $3,176.43 month/$38,117.16 annual Total Compensation Estimator Tool Park Services Specialist (37001140) State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection This position is located in Thonotosassa, FL POSITION OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Hillsborough River Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Park Services Specialist position, providing visitor services, maintenance, protection, administration, and cultural resource management. The applicant must possess good visitor service and administrative skills, be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance with the processing requirements of Chapter 215.422, F.S. is mandatory. Persistent failure to comply with this section by any agency of the state shall constitute good cause for discharge of employees duly found responsible, or predominantly responsible, for failure to comply. This is moderately independent work providing Visitor Services, Resource Management, Maintenance, Administration and Protection of Hillsborough River State Park, Fort Foster State Historic Site and Ybor City Museum State Park. VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Recruits, screens, trains and oversees volunteers. Utilizes established system to coordinate the park's volunteer and manpower augmentation program. Determine park needs and coordinates volunteer placement. Develop volunteer job descriptions, procedural manuals, and evaluations. Plans and oversees volunteer schedules, tracks hours, prepares reports, and coordinates awards program VISITOR SERVICES Explains facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education. Visitor interaction including answering questions, providing information, assistance, and directions. Resolve customer complaints while maintaining good customer service and upholding the Florida Park Service image RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Participates in all aspects of prescribed fire. Monitors, maintains, and protects the natural and cultural resources of the park. Develops and implements resource management plans. Plans and participates in invasive species control using chemical and mechanical means. Implements site restoration projects. Participates in hydrological resource restoration and monitoring. Collects, analyzes, and records data MAINTENANCE - Construct maintains and repairs buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalks, campsites, picnic areas and all other necessary facilities. Maintains cleanliness of grounds, facilities, and vehicles. ADMINISTRATION Prepares forms and reports on a wide range of subjects including fees, receipts, visitor use, visitor contact, patrols, wildlife sightings and population counts, accidents, crisis and miscellaneous incidents, vehicle, boat and equipment operations, property records, purchase orders and requisitions, etc. Answer telephone, operate radio equipment and maintain logs. Answers correspondence and maintains park files PROTECTION - Ensures park rules are enforced pertaining to all natural, historical and archaeological facilities and resources and use thereof for the enjoyment of the visitor OTHER - Performs other related duties as required Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF: * natural and cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques * the principles, methods and techniques of training * administrative principles and practices * volunteer recruitment and management * grounds and facilities maintenance techniques SKILL IN: * communicating effectively verbally and in writing * accurately preparing reports * interacting with all internal and external customers and the general public in a professional, tactful and courteous manner * use of assorted hand tools, power tools and equipment. * utilize a computer including, but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite ABILITY TO: * participate in all aspects of resource management, including, but not limited to, prescribed fire activities, non-native plant removal which may include application of herbicide * work outdoors in inclement weather conditions * operate motorized vehicles * communicate effectively verbally and in writing * follow verbal and written instructions/directions * work independently with minimal supervision * establish and maintain effective working relationships with others * collect fees, operate computer and point of sale systems, reconcile transactions * recruit, screen and train volunteers * complete interpretive training, present interpretive programs and coordinate special events * identify and investigate problems and take appropriate action to correct problems * conduct inspections, identify needs and investigate problems * work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays * successfully complete ranger academy * maintain a valid drivers' license * successfully complete background & fingerprint check * properly wear uniform * comply with male and female hair grooming standards and body art and piercing restrictions Minimum qualifications: Valid drivers' license BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: This position is a Position of Trust. Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Pay: $3,176.43 month/$38,117.16 annual Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: Hillsborough River State Park Ybor City Museum State Park Fort Foster State Historic Site c/o Hillsborough Island Administration 15402 N. US 301 Thonotosassa, FL 33592 Opened in 1938 as one of Florida's first state parks, this park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River. Fort Foster, a replica of an 1837 fort from the Second Seminole War, is located on the park grounds adjacent to the river. Ybor City Museum is located in Ybor City. The museum interprets the cigar industry dating back to the late 1800's. 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 *************** * Tuition waivers. * Total Compensation Estimator Tool * And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit **************************** Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: HR_********************************** HR_************************** An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at **************. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: FAMILY FINDER SPECIALIST - 60074768 Pay Plan: Career Service 60074768 Salary: TBD per DCF Salary Policy Total Compensation Estimator Tool Family Finder Specialist Department of Children and Families SunCoast Region Clearwater Florida Pinellas County Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. What you will do: This position performs advanced family finding program efforts to discover, engage, plan, make decisions, and evaluate strategies to locate relatives and fictive kin. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing assistance with the completion of home study assessments on identified potential placements and engaging with the Judicial system, as appropriate, to support placement changes. The position will be working mostly in the northern counties of the Suncoast region - Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Incumbent will: Conducts extensive/advanced searches, such as case mining, mobility mapping, internet searches and cold calls, to locate adult relatives and fictive kin. Conducts home study assessments on identified potential placements and provides a recommendation the primary worker on placement consideration. Collaborate with the child protective investigator to identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. Identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. Attends and participates in family finding group decision making which may include conducting a multidisciplinary meeting with all parties involved and prospective family members or fictive kin. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child welfare such as community-based care providers, Children's Legal Services, Guardian ad Litem, schools, clinical professionals, and other community agency resources. Regularly reviews and identifies any changes to Florida Statutes, DCF Operational Procedures, Administrative Rule and policies. Ensures participants are aware of changes, confidentiality and HIPAA, and identifies potential problems related to case specifics. Engages with the Judiciary and Children's Legal Services/State Attorney's Office, as appropriate, the support placement changes Other duties as assigned What you are expected to know: Knowledge in Florida's Practice Model and Florida's official electronic system of record, Florida Safe Family Network (FSFN). Experience in Microsoft Office, familiar with the child welfare system, excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills relative to diverse populations in academic, public health, and community settings. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines. Analytical, decision making, and organizational skills. Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's Degree; Valid Florida Driver's License, Certified Child Welfare Professional through the Florida Certification Board Other job related requirements: Travel to the Northern Suncoast Region's service cetners, including but not limited to: Tampa, New Port Richey and Clearwater, Fl. Successful completion of the Department's approved training in Family Finders methodology. 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: No state income tax for residents of Florida; 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 *************** Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. Where you will work: Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team! About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** 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 suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: RESIDENTIAL UNIT SPECIALIST FORENSIC - 67072609 APD/ PATHWAYS MARIANNA, FL Pay Plan: Career Service 67072609 Salary: $34,944.00 Annually Plus Shift Differential $1,344.00 Bi-weekly Plus Shift Differentia Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES POSITION: Residential Unit Specialist - Career Service - All shifts available WORKING TITLE: Residential Unit Specialist Forensic POSITION NUMBER: 67072609 This posting may close before the posted closing date. This position is not a Telework position and is required to report to Pathways in Marianna, FL. You must present a valid driver's license to interview. Profile Completion To qualify for this position, applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile, including their work history with the month and year. Resumes and other documentation can be attached to provide additional information but will not replace the required completed Candidate Profile. * Responses to the qualifying questions are required and must be verifiable based on your submitted application, and "see resume" will not be considered an acceptable response. 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 eligible 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 *************** * Flexible Spending Accounts. * Tuition waivers. * And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** * Paid Maternity and Parental Leave. The Agency seeks team members who demonstrate the qualities of being humble, hungry, and smart and lead others to embody the same. This entails lacking excessive ego, sharing credit, being self-motivated, and exercising good judgment and intuition regarding the subtleties of group dynamics. This position with APD will serve staff and management across the Agency. Your work will impact the workplace culture, our community, and the population we serve as we continuously strive to achieve the Agency's mission. APD's Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program (DDDP) Overview Pathways is a 34-bed all male forensic facility working with individuals with disabilities in a secure setting. These individuals have been adjudicated by the courts as incompetent to proceed to trial and have significant behavioral and psychiatric issues. Pathways provides rehabilitative, vocational, and daily living skills training to the individuals served, which allows for a smooth transition back into a non-secure residential or community setting. These individuals have been adjudicated by the courts as incompetent to proceed to trial and have significant behavioral and psychiatric issues. DDDP provides rehabilitative, vocational, and daily living skills training to the individuals served, allowing for a smooth transition back into a non-secure residential or community setting. SALARY RANGE $34,944.00 Annually Plus Shift Differential $1,344.00 Bi-weekly Plus Shift Differential Position Summary This position is responsible for the custody, personal care, safety, security, and well-being of residents ordered by the Court to the custody of DDDP/Pathways. The Work You Will Do Implements and deploys behavioral programs designed for each resident in an appropriate, fair, and impartial manner. * Ensures that all activities associated with the residents are documented and filed in the appropriate residence chart in accordance with Agency protocol. Immediately notify the supervisor of any issues associated with the resident(s). * Performs 1:1 Specials in accordance with Agency protocols, ensures that appropriate and required documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner and works with individual resident(s) as assigned or required. * Confers with unit supervisors concerning behavioral problems of resident(s) and assists in planning corrective measures. * Cooperates with the supervisors of wards or units ensuring that the developmentally disabled are being adequately cared for and are receiving prescribed care and training. * Makes daily rounds of the assigned wards or units for safety and sanitation issues and reports findings in accordance with Agency policy or procedure. * Maintain Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification and provide program techniques. Minimum Qualifications * A valid driver's license. * Must be able to lift 40 pounds, pull, squat, and stand for extended periods of time. * High school diploma or its equivalent is preferred. * Must be able to perform duties that involve direct contact with residents in a secure forensic facility. Additional Requirements for This Position * Certification in the Agency's Crisis Prevention and Intervention Program. Advance training may be required. * A pre-employment and annual TB screening. * Annual CPR Certification. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of * Appropriate business practices and protocols used in the treatment of developmentally disabled persons. * Maintain confidentiality of resident information. * Must be able to lift 40 pounds, pull, squat, and stand for extended periods of time. * Assist professionals in implementing prescribed treatment and rehabilitation programs. * Observe residents and identify and document changes and/or unusual events which could result in safety and well-being issues * Maintain and update resident records and charts * Work in a team environment and establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents and staff * Effectively and timely communicate and interact with residents and staff * Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. * Maintain the required certification in the Agency Crisis Prevention and Intervention Program and/or advanced training, as necessary. * Apply Crisis Prevention and Intervention techniques. * Ensure that developmentally disabled residents are being adequately cared for and receiving prescribed treatment. * Identify and give attention to understaffed wards or units and emergency situations Demonstrate Skill in: * Proving excellent customer service to include compassion for vulnerable and developmentally disabled individuals. Recruiting Contact: APD Human Resources - Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program & Pathways Telephone: ************** Retiree Notice 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 suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon your retirement date. Direct Deposit Program As a condition of employment, a person appointed to a position in the State Personnel System is required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. Rather than receiving a paper paycheck, your funds will be deposited directly into your account at your financial institution. This will be accomplished by Electronic Funds Transfer. Banks, savings and loan associations, and credit unions are eligible to accept such deposits. Retirement funds are also required to be in the Direct Deposit Program. Background Screening Requirement It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities that applicants for employment undergo Level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the Level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Agency. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for Statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and Federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies. Pursuant to S. 110.1127(1), Florida Statutes, this position requires a background investigation, including fingerprinting. APD only hires U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. APD participates in the U.S. government's employment eligibility verification program (E-Verify), which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the U.S. after completing the employment eligibility verification form (I-9). All applicants should complete the online application process. If you need assistance applying for this position, please call the People First service center at **************. 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 (***************. 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. Location:

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES WORKER I - 60005625 Pay Plan: Career Service 60005625 Salary: $1,336.92/Bi-weekly Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida's social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency's mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Florida State Hospital (FSH) is a mental health treatment facility owned and operated by the State of Florida and is part of the Department of Children and Families. The department's mission is to "work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency." FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL IS A TOBACCO FREE FACILITY. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. WORKING HOURS: 7:00am - 3:30 pm This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as Human Services Worker I within the Clinical Services Laboratory. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: This position primarily performs technical health support duties in the collection and processing of blood specimens. These include but are not limited to the following: drawing blood from persons served for Laboratory testing; using proper techniques, proper tubes and assures proper post-phlebotomy care. The Health Support Technician is required to work with minimal supervision and follows Laboratory Department, FSH, and DCF policies and procedures at all times. In addition, assists in clerical duties in the Laboratory. Performs phlebotomy procedures by: * Verifying the individual's identification. * Always using proper personal protective equipment. * Properly preparing venipuncture site. * Selecting appropriate tubes for the tests ordered, consulting reference manual when necessary. * Performing post-phlebotomy care. * Maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor at all times. * Obtaining help form other staff members when needed. Manages reference laboratory services by: * Processes and packages specimens for delivery to reference laboratories to ensure optimal specimen integrity is maintained. * Tracks inventory of laboratory supplies. * Advises Health Service worker when supplies are needed from reference laboratories and vendors as needed. Performs laboratory-related clerical duties including, but not limited to: * Maintaining logs and other documents as required by supervisor. * Cleaning and disinfecting work and laboratory counters and other surfaces daily and as required * Answering phone. The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing residential care, assisting with enrichment activities and supporting the treatment, psychiatric rehabilitation, stabilization and recovery of people with a mental illness. The incumbent is expected to treat people served in a respectful manner that preserves their dignity. The incumbent is responsible for developing and maintaining a professional caregiver relationship with people served and shall not exceed relationship boundaries by developing personal friendships, sharing personal information or exchanging personal items. The incumbent must work alternate work sites and schedules and must demonstrate physical skills to ensure optimal operation of this treatment facility. Nursing staff will provide guidance in the care and treatment of residents. The incumbent is responsible for preserving the rights, safety and security of people served by: Observing them: * At all times to learn what type of environment and interactions make them feel safe, secure and calm and to identify distressful stimuli or triggers. * When providing ward coverage. * When escorting to and from activities and appointments to ensure that they arrive safely. * During meals to monitor intake and ensure that they don't choke or trade food. * When a person served is placed on special observation status to address dangerous or high-risk behaviors. * When a restrictive intervention such as seclusion or restraints is used to assess for release criteria and immediately identify health needs that may arise. Communicating with them: * At all times to develop a trusting, caregiver relationship and identify signs of distress or health concerns * When a person served is placed on special observation status, in the seclusion room or in restraints to assure the person that he or she is safe, help them develop trust in you as a caregiver and identify signs of distress or health concerns. Intervening: * To separate them from distressful stimuli and assist in resolving conflict * To ensure that people served are not neglected, abused or exploited; or to ensure that it is reported to the abuse hotline if they are * To ensure safety during medical or disaster emergencies * To ensure safety when a person served is exhibiting a behavior dangerous to self or others, which may involve the use of physical holds and placing people served in a seclusion room or mechanical restraints. The incumbent is responsible for supporting the health and cleanliness of people served by Assisting with or Performing: * Personal hygiene tasks such as showering, dressing, shampooing and grooming hair, brushing teeth, skin and nail care, shaving, toileting. * Laundry duties such as sorting, laundering, folding, storing. * Housekeeping tasks such as making bed, organizing bedroom and wardrobe, sweeping, mopping. * Preparing meal area before meals and cleaning area after meals. * Assessing vital signs and weight in a manner that preserves dignity. The incumbent is responsible for assessing needs and service provision by: * Completing Direct Care Assessments on people served. * Assisting with meaningful life activities including, but not limited to, mail and phone correspondence. * Encouraging people served to attend scheduled or alternative engagement activities. * Supporting treatment and psychiatric rehabilitation services by assisting with homework, skills practice, reading, etc. * Conducting Alternative Engagement Activities and providing services identified on a person's Service Implementation Plan (SIP) which may include treatment, psychiatric rehabilitative and enrichment services. * Communicating with people served to support the achievement of SIP objectives. * Serving as a personal advocate by communicating with other service team members and documenting information relative to the psychiatric rehabilitation, stabilization and recovery of people on assigned caseload. The incumbent is responsible for documenting: * Description of behavior when a person served is not experiencing distress, being escorted, eating meals, on special observation status, in the seclusion room and in restraints. * Behavior and events related to the well-being and recovery of people served. * Distressful stimuli and triggers and behaviors that may represent medication side effects. * Location of people served when checking wards, transporting and during Freedom of Movement check-in/out times. * Discovery of contraband. * Personal property, personal hygiene practices, and vital sign and weight readings. * Provision of services and information related to SIP objectives. * Responses of people served when encouraged to attend activities. * Direct Care Assessment results. * Alternative Engagement Activity participation. * Participate in training, education and quality improvement. Other duties as required and assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position: * Carries out instructions as prescribed for patient rehabilitation activities. * Assists treatment personnel in carrying out prescribed treatment plans as a member of the rehabilitative therapy team. * Participates in group therapy sessions with professional staff and observes patients for changes in behavior. * Assists patients in their personal care and hygiene. * Takes temperature, pulse, and blood pressure as directed; observes patients and reports changes in their conditions. * Escorts patients to medical, psychotherapy, dental, and other appointments and accompanies forensic patients on transfers. * Bathes and feeds patients and assists them in daily hygiene activities. * Administers routine medication, bandages, and prescribed treatment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. * Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications: * Must be 18 years of age at time of hire * Ability to attend a 1 to 2 week mandatory training course that will include completion of a CPR certification. This training could be scheduled during day, weekend, and evening hours. Preference will be given to applicants who have: * Certification in Phlebotomy. Physical agility requirements for Direct Care Staff: * Must be able to ambulate up and down a stairwell. * Must be able to assist with evacuation of persons served during an emergency situation. * Must have normal vision and hearing, including use of corrective devices. * Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and supplies. * Must be able to do repetitive movements with arms, hands, neck and head. * Must be able to demonstrate competency, as appropriate, in all areas of training, some of which requires physical activity such as: CPR and MANDT * Must be able to bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances. * Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks. * Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds. * Must be able to sit and/or stand for one hour without a break. * Must be able to work 16-hour shifts on occasion. * Must be able to remain alert while on duty. * Must be able to drive an EZ Go or vehicle if job essential. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety: * Include the supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities, as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of responding to qualifying questions and entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. 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. * For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* RETIREE NOTICE 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 suspended or voided, and you required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. 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 (***************. 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. Location: