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My Florida Corp Defunct lists this OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER opportunity in key west, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER -
nDate: Sep 16, 2026
nThe State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( .
nRequisition No:
nAgency: Department of Health
nWorking Title: OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER -
nPay Plan: Temp
nPosition Number:
nSalary: $20.00 Hourly
nPosting Closing Date: 09/29/2026
nTotal Compensation Estimator Tool (
nOPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
nOpen Competitive
nYour Specific Responsibilities:
nThe OPS Family Support Worker contacts pregnant women, interconception women and families of children under the age of three to assess risk factors that may lead to poor pregnancy outcomes and/or poor developmental outcomes. The position works in partnership with the client or family and provides information and linkage to programs and resources to address risk factors identified by a risk screen or referral. The OPS Family Support Worker will serve a critical role in connecting with pregnant women, and families with newborns, to home visiting services and supports. Using motivational interviewing techniques, the OPS Family Support Worker conducts initial client intakes, ensuring a supportive and personalized approach. All services provided are documented in the programs data system.
nEnsures that CI&R (Coordinated Intake and Referral) performance benchmarks are completed as outlined in the Healthy Start Standard and Guidelines and the agencies internal policies and procedures
nConducts Initial Intakes, including attempts to contact, to assess referred women and infants needs and risks. Travel to attempt to contact clients in the service area may be required
nWorks cooperatively with Healthy Start staff members and community partners to ensure each potential home-visiting client is provided with knowledge and resources that best suit their individual needs
nExplains home visiting options to potential clients and provides a referral to the appropriate home visiting service provider
nFollows up to ensure referral is received by service provider and services are provided to families
nAddresses questions and concerns and provides contact information for helpful community resources
nProvides relevant information to clients about breastfeeding, health care options, parenting education, preventative health education and child development
nCompletes data entry of participants' sensitive information and treats this information within HIPAA privacy rules . Will maintain confidentiality of children, families and other records and information at all times.
nEnsures that all required documentation is typed and submitted in a timely manner into the Well Family System and maintains the participants record in accordance with program requirements
nWorks closely with the Senior Human Services Program Coordinator to meet required programmatic benchmarks
nParticipate in trainings, meetings, workshops, conferences, webinars, and conference calls as necessary
nPerforms other duties as assigned
nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
nAbility to perform assessments effectively.
nAbility to educate a diverse population on health and wellness.
nAbility to follow instructions and take direction from management.
nAbility to plan, organize and prioritize workload.
nAbility to work independently.
nAbility to work with participants having a variety of physical problems and/or health concerns.
nAbility to teach basic principles of home health care.
nSkills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with organizations, groups and individuals
nKnowledge of problem-solving techniques
nAbility to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and/or with medical disabilities
nAbility to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally, (on the phone and in person) and in writing
nSkills to effectively utilize computer software systems, including MS Office Word, Excel and Outlook applications
nAbility to work under very busy circumstances at times, to be able to multi-task
nAbility to be responsible for accuracy, timeliness and thoroughness of own work and to perform such work in accordance with procedural and policy guidelines.
nMust maintain an absolute commitment to protecting the confidentiality of participant and agency information handled daily
nQualifications:
nMinimum – atleast 1 year of social service - type work experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
nPreferred - High school education; bilingual/multilingual in English and other language(s). Two years of social service - type work experience.
nFlorida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
nMission:
nTo protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
nVision:
nTo be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
nValues:
nI nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
nC ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
nA ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
nR esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
nE xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
nWhere You Will Work:
nKey West, Florida
nThe Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
nWorking for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
nnnState of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
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nnParticipation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
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nnWorkers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
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nnReemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
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nnDeferred Compensation (voluntary)
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nnEmployee Assistance Program (voluntary)
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nnAnd more!
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n nFor a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit .
nPlease be advised:
nY our responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
nThis 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.
nMale 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:
nIf 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.
nThe 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.
nIncumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
nAll 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.
nThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
nApplicants 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.
nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
nFlorida 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.
nCandidates 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.
nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
nLocation:
nKEY WEST, FL, US, 33040
nNearest Major Market:Key West
Worksite address
key west, FL, 33045, US
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