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Job Title:

NewboRN Home Visiting Program (NHVP) -

Weekend Family Partner Department:

MCH -

NewboRN Home Visiting Program Location:

Gainesville, FL at

UF Health Shands and HCA Florida North Florida Employment Type:

Part-Time/Weekends Salary:

$20/hour

Posting Closes:

Open until filled

JOB SUMMARY

The NewboRN Home Visiting Program (NHVP) is a universal home visiting program that is free and offered to all Alachua County women who give birth in Alachua County. The Family Partner meets with each Alachua County mother who delivers at UF Health Shands and/or HCA Florida North Florida to introduce the NHVP and obtain their consent to participate. Once consent is received, the family partner connect family to the nurse to conduct the assessment/home visit. This position requires a regular work schedule that includes every Saturday and Sunday. Additional weekday hours may be required based on program needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Meet with each mother who is an Alachua County resident at the hospital where they deliver (UF Health Shands and/or HCA Florida North Florida) and introduce the NHVP Educate the family about the NHVP and obtain their consent to participate in the program Provide consent to full-time Family Partner designated for each hospital Provide immediate referrals to community resources for families with emergent needs Follow up to ensure referral is received by full-time Family Partner Maintain participant records in accordance with program and funding source requirements Maintain client confidentiality and integrity in keeping with agency policies, practices, professional standards, and program requirements Maintain inventory of educational materials Put together Welcome Baby bags with educational materials for families Participate in trainings, meetings, conferences, webinars, and conference calls as necessary Stay current with relevant maternal and infant health issues Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance, communication, and conduct Perform all other duties as assigned and adhere to ongoing polices, program standards, and supervisory directives

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience A bachelor's degree in public health, social work, health education, early childhood development, or a related social science field Two years of related work experience preferred Experience with documenting in an electronic data system Bilingual or Spanish speaking experience desirable Driving Requirements Must have a reliable vehicle Possess a valid Florida Driver's License (required)-The employee must have a valid driver's license to drive their personal vehicle or a company vehicle as required by the employer to various worksite locations. A safe driving record is required (Driver's License background check will be conducted prior to offer of employment and will be conducted annually for organizational insurance purposes) Other Requirements An FDLE background check and Level II Background Check will be required and may be conducted annually or as required at such times that are warranted and/or that external funders require such a check. HIPAA and confidentiality training will be conducted upon hiring. Health screening as required by the hospital for credentialing.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, or reach for extended periods. Must be able to maintain stationary position for at least 25% of the time. Must be able to maintain a virtual work environment, if required. Must safeguard participant information and confidentiality. Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, copy machines, printers and front door. Must be able to consistently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine and printers. Must have the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must have the ability to exchange accurate information with management and other employees in a timely manner. Must have the ability to observe details including inspecting, assessing and determining details/information. Must have the ability to focus and read forms and instructions for long periods of time. Must have the ability to bend, stretch and reach for items as needed. Must have the ability to walk short distances and climb stairs. Lifting heavy objects Well Florida Council provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. Well Florida Council complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of Well Florida Council employs only U.S. citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in the U.S. in compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324B. which requires that all employees present original documentation that establish identity and employment authorization within 3 business days of the date employment begins (also referred to as the hire date). DFWP