HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64006548
State of Florida, Fort Myers, FL, United States
Overview
Requisition No: 874565
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64006548
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006548
Salary: $43,000.00 to $45,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 05/07/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
This is a Career Service (CS) Health Educator position working for the Lee County Health Department. This highly professional role leads responsibilities for linking and re‑engaging Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive clients to care across the 7 counties of Area 8.
The incumbent coordinates with HIV/AIDS and STD intervention staff, the data to care team, community partners, and the county jail to identify and re‑engage clients who are not in care.
Programmatic Duties
Use available databases (CARE Ware, STARS, HMS, Provide, the Linkage module, etc.) to re‑engage and link HIV‑positive individuals who are not in medical care, not on antiretroviral medication (ARVs), or have tested positive but have not been engaged into care.
Contact individuals not in care or unaware of treatment options, and work collaboratively with case management support services to ensure continuum of care.
Attend statewide linkage conferences and local case management meetings, and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with local county STD Department to link HIV and STD positive inmates to care upon release from the county jail.
Work closely with Area 8 surveillance officers and case management staff to notify and re‑engage clients who are out of care.
Engage with group committees such as the Regional HIV/AIDS Consortia (RHAC), the Prevention Planning Committee, the Continuum of Care Committee, and the Early Intervention Consultant (EIC) on patient care matters.
Miscellaneous Activities
Attend and participate in linkage conferences, local case management meetings, general staff meetings, and staff development (team/staff meetings, in‑service/continuing education).
Perform related duties as necessary, including public health services during a disaster.
Maintain timely submission of EARs and timesheets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of social, economic, rehabilitative or health care services, administration, or planning techniques.
Knowledge of principles, practices & procedures.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for monitoring and evaluation.
Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications, including Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Skilled in public speaking.
Skilled at listening and asking appropriate questions.
Skilled in written and oral communications.
Skilled at observing and evaluating outcomes of a problem; identify lessons learned or redirect efforts.
Ability to show friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relate well to different backgrounds.
Ability to identify changes needed to achieve a goal.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate work assignments, and communicate effectively verbally & in writing.
Ability to establish & maintain effective working relations with others.
Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.
Ability to prioritize individual workload.
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, sit or stand for long periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools.
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified as an HIV/AIDS Counselor and Tester within 6 months of hire.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a motor vehicle to carry out duties.
Benefits
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.
Retirement plan options with employer contributions (see www.myfrs.com).
Flexible spending accounts.
Tuition waivers.
Veterans’ Preference
Applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Documentation is required.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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Requisition No: 874565
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64006548
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006548
Salary: $43,000.00 to $45,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 05/07/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
This is a Career Service (CS) Health Educator position working for the Lee County Health Department. This highly professional role leads responsibilities for linking and re‑engaging Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive clients to care across the 7 counties of Area 8.
The incumbent coordinates with HIV/AIDS and STD intervention staff, the data to care team, community partners, and the county jail to identify and re‑engage clients who are not in care.
Programmatic Duties
Use available databases (CARE Ware, STARS, HMS, Provide, the Linkage module, etc.) to re‑engage and link HIV‑positive individuals who are not in medical care, not on antiretroviral medication (ARVs), or have tested positive but have not been engaged into care.
Contact individuals not in care or unaware of treatment options, and work collaboratively with case management support services to ensure continuum of care.
Attend statewide linkage conferences and local case management meetings, and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with local county STD Department to link HIV and STD positive inmates to care upon release from the county jail.
Work closely with Area 8 surveillance officers and case management staff to notify and re‑engage clients who are out of care.
Engage with group committees such as the Regional HIV/AIDS Consortia (RHAC), the Prevention Planning Committee, the Continuum of Care Committee, and the Early Intervention Consultant (EIC) on patient care matters.
Miscellaneous Activities
Attend and participate in linkage conferences, local case management meetings, general staff meetings, and staff development (team/staff meetings, in‑service/continuing education).
Perform related duties as necessary, including public health services during a disaster.
Maintain timely submission of EARs and timesheets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of social, economic, rehabilitative or health care services, administration, or planning techniques.
Knowledge of principles, practices & procedures.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for monitoring and evaluation.
Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications, including Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Skilled in public speaking.
Skilled at listening and asking appropriate questions.
Skilled in written and oral communications.
Skilled at observing and evaluating outcomes of a problem; identify lessons learned or redirect efforts.
Ability to show friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relate well to different backgrounds.
Ability to identify changes needed to achieve a goal.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate work assignments, and communicate effectively verbally & in writing.
Ability to establish & maintain effective working relations with others.
Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures.
Ability to prioritize individual workload.
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, sit or stand for long periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools.
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified as an HIV/AIDS Counselor and Tester within 6 months of hire.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a motor vehicle to carry out duties.
Benefits
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.
Retirement plan options with employer contributions (see www.myfrs.com).
Flexible spending accounts.
Tuition waivers.
Veterans’ Preference
Applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Documentation is required.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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