Ops Family Support Worker

OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER -

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
- Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:  Salary: $15.75-$16.25 Hourly Posting Closing Date: 09/25/2026 Position Title - OPS FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER, Position Number
- Job Posting Category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:
Part-time position 25-29 hours. Time sheet and EAR entry within the required time frame. Subject to emergency duty in the event of a natural disaster Completion of all mandatory or assigned trainings within the required time frame. Counsel women in the WIC clinic. Receive a caseload of WIC clients and make routine periodic contacts with all clients assigned. Give basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, including telling them about the benefits of breastfeeding, overcoming common barriers, and getting a good start with breastfeeding.

She also helps mothers prevent and handle common breastfeeding concerns. Available outside usual 8 to 5 working hours to new mothers who are having breastfeeding problems. Respect each client by keeping her information strictly confidential. Keep accurate records of all contacts made with WIC clients. Work in outlying clinics as assigned. Refer mothers, according to clinic-established protocols, to the: WIC nutritionist or breastfeeding coordinator, lactation consultant, the mother's physician or nurse, public health programs in the community, or social service agencies.

Attend and assist with breastfeeding classes and breastfeeding support group as assigned. Attend & participates in monthly staff meetings, in-service trainings, other staff development activities and breastfeeding conferences/workshops as appropriate. Accurately complete all forms such as leave & attendance records, etc. by required deadlines 90% of the time. Read assigned books and materials on breastfeeding that are provided by the supervisor.

Assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding peer counseling through special projects and duties as assigned. Other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Work approximately 25-29 hours per week. Knowledge of Microsoft Applications. Knowledge of States of Florida Personnel Rules and applicable Florida Statues. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Ability to prepare accurate reports timely. Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Skilled at data entry. Skilled at being able to prioritize and organize a heavy workload. Detailed-oriented.

Skilled at exceptional customer service. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications:

Minimum – Must have exclusively breastfed a baby for at least 6 months in the last 5 years of less. Must be willing to travel within Clay County. Should not have one or more of the following credentials:
Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LD/N), or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Must be willing to be on-call at night or weekends (up to 9pm at night and weekends 9am to 9pm). Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25lbs over uneven ground unassisted. Must have a valid state driver's license. Preferred – Participant on the WIC program.

Where You Will Work:
Clay County Health Department, 1845 Town Center Blvd, Building 400, Fleming Island, FL 32003.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility…