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MyFlorida HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - SES - 41002023 in ORLANDO, Florida
HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - SES - 41002023
Date: Sep 18, 2024
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Requisition No: 837617
Agency: Office of the Attorney General
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - SES - 41002023
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 41002023
Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 10/09/2024
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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 position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the Statewide Prosecution Unit in Orlando, Florida. This is a Victim Advocate position for the Office of Statewide Prosecution assisting prosecutors with victims of crimes. Excellent communications skills required. Frequent travel may be involved. Candidates with professional victim services experience preferred.
Pay: $45,000 - $50,000 Annually
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of professional or non-professional experience in administrative work, accounting, auditing, probation and parole, corrections, claims processing, claims or benefits eligibility determination, social or victim services.
A Master's degree in a related field can substitute for the required experience.
Professional or nonprofessional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
Candidates with professional victim services experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
LCSW and/or Masters degree a plus, but not required.
Experience in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher
Data entry experience.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Background in working with diverse populations helpful.
Experience training and/or working with volunteers helpful
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
High level of initiative.
Exceptional attention to detail, problem solving capabilities and organizational skills required.
Ability to plan, prioritize and direct the work of others.
Knowledge and understanding of issues and dynamics within sexual violence/human trafficking preferred; but training will be provided.
The Work You Will Do: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
This position works closely with assistant statewide prosecutors, law enforcement, and staff to identify victim needs and how best they can be met.
Responsible for providing information on victimization, victims' legal rights, the criminal justice process, and safety planning.
Helps victims complete assistance applications.
Responsible for scheduling and coordinating victim correspondence, travel, and preparation for trial or other appearance as needed.
Responsible for assisting victims with short and long-term placement for victims of human trafficking including transportation to and from shelters and court.
Assists in locating resources including medical, drug, and mental health counseling assistance.
Participates in victim advocacy through attendance and public presentations at conferences, trainings, and other events designed to educate the public, law enforcement, prosecutors, and non-governmental organizations about resources and services available to victims of violent and non-violent crimes.
Collaborates with agency partners working with victims including crisis response and intervention before, during, and after law enforcement operations.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned or requested;
These duties will sometimes involve extended work hours and travel outside the work site.
Coordinate/Prepare/Conduct Trainings related to HT and/or DV to other units within the OAG as requested/required.
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 www.myfrs.com).
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition waivers.
And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
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 877-562-7287. 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: //www.sss.gov. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. 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 (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
ORLANDO, FL, US, 32801
Nearest Major Market:Orlando