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Oklahoma State Department of Health
Health Equity Technician III
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties. The duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg & Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Disparity Equity Technician providing support to the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This is a state employee position PIN 34004098 governed by the Civil Service Rules, in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $44,000, based on education and experience. Position Summary: The positions will be responsible for establishing a positive working relationship within the community to conduct needs assessments within schools, businesses and the community. Facilitate the development of Community Health Improvement Plan with key stakeholders and partners that reflects the Oklahoma Health Improvement Plan resulting in improved health outcomes within Region 9. Strategically plan, organize, implement and communicate health education interventions and services to address needs and modify health-related behaviors of individuals, families, organizations and communities identified within the Community Health Improvement Plan. Effectively monitor and evaluate health education services to determine outcomes and opportunities for quality improvement. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: • Conducts needs assessments at the individual, organizational, and community levels to determine appropriate theoretical basis from which to initiate programmatic and strategic planning. • Conducts programmatic and strategic planning with stakeholders in regard to health issues and infrastructure development. • Implements and/or monitors the implementation of evidence based health education curricula and health promotion programs with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity, and evaluation. • Evaluates the effectiveness of health education/promotion programs and makes necessary changes. • Assists in the development of grant related documents and proposals. • Establishes and maintains partnerships with agencies, communities, or organizations in determining the need for specialized health education programs and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of such programs; this includes strategic planning, the use of logic models, development of performance measures, and specific application of health behavior theory. • Prepares and delivers public presentations for selected audiences. • Other duties as assigned Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of public health problems, principles and practices; of theoretical concepts of health behavior and application of such; of group organization and leadership; of community infrastructure development; of current social and economic problems as they relate to public health; of statistical methods; of basic epidemiology; and of grant preparation. Ability is required to speak to the public; to organize communities, establish and facilitate coalitions, and direct groups; to prepare a variety of educational materials, such as pamphlets, bulletins, oral presentations, articles for publication, newsletters and curricula; to use personal computers and applicable software such as word processing and digital/video presentation; to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations; and to coordinate and carry out advanced level projects. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an environmentally controlled office or community setting. These positions require long periods of sitting, daily use of computer, phone and travel as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, Public Health, Nursing or other related field plus one year of experience in public health education or community development. And/Or • Requirements at this level consist of a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Public Health or other related fields and 1 year of year of experience focused on Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Community Health and/or Community Engagement. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Jun 25, 2022
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties. The duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg & Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Disparity Equity Technician providing support to the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This is a state employee position PIN 34004098 governed by the Civil Service Rules, in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $44,000, based on education and experience. Position Summary: The positions will be responsible for establishing a positive working relationship within the community to conduct needs assessments within schools, businesses and the community. Facilitate the development of Community Health Improvement Plan with key stakeholders and partners that reflects the Oklahoma Health Improvement Plan resulting in improved health outcomes within Region 9. Strategically plan, organize, implement and communicate health education interventions and services to address needs and modify health-related behaviors of individuals, families, organizations and communities identified within the Community Health Improvement Plan. Effectively monitor and evaluate health education services to determine outcomes and opportunities for quality improvement. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: • Conducts needs assessments at the individual, organizational, and community levels to determine appropriate theoretical basis from which to initiate programmatic and strategic planning. • Conducts programmatic and strategic planning with stakeholders in regard to health issues and infrastructure development. • Implements and/or monitors the implementation of evidence based health education curricula and health promotion programs with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity, and evaluation. • Evaluates the effectiveness of health education/promotion programs and makes necessary changes. • Assists in the development of grant related documents and proposals. • Establishes and maintains partnerships with agencies, communities, or organizations in determining the need for specialized health education programs and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of such programs; this includes strategic planning, the use of logic models, development of performance measures, and specific application of health behavior theory. • Prepares and delivers public presentations for selected audiences. • Other duties as assigned Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of public health problems, principles and practices; of theoretical concepts of health behavior and application of such; of group organization and leadership; of community infrastructure development; of current social and economic problems as they relate to public health; of statistical methods; of basic epidemiology; and of grant preparation. Ability is required to speak to the public; to organize communities, establish and facilitate coalitions, and direct groups; to prepare a variety of educational materials, such as pamphlets, bulletins, oral presentations, articles for publication, newsletters and curricula; to use personal computers and applicable software such as word processing and digital/video presentation; to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations; and to coordinate and carry out advanced level projects. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an environmentally controlled office or community setting. These positions require long periods of sitting, daily use of computer, phone and travel as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health, School Health Education, Health Studies, Nutrition, Health Behavior, Public Health, Nursing or other related field plus one year of experience in public health education or community development. And/Or • Requirements at this level consist of a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Public Health or other related fields and 1 year of year of experience focused on Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Community Health and/or Community Engagement. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties. The duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg & Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Advanced Practice Registered Nurse providing support to Region 9 of the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This is a state employee position PIN 34000092 governed by the Civil Service Rules, in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $90,000.00, based on education and experience. Position Summary: This position is responsible for provision of advanced health care to individuals, families or groups as an expert clinician in a multi-county area. Duties include the assessment of individual health, analyzing data to determine medical and nursing care needed, planning a treatment strategy to meet identified needs and evaluating responses to nursing and medical interventions. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: • Provide independent advanced primary, secondary or tertiary health care for individuals, families or groups at an advanced clinician level for a multi-county area. • Assess individual health. • Analyze data to determine a strategy to meet identified health care needs. • Evaluate responses to interventions and make changes in care treatment as needed. • Performs comprehensive physical examinations and secures health histories. • Performs or orders lab tests. • Conducts invasive procedures including but not limited to pelvic exams; breast exams; insertion of long acting reproductive contraception and sub dermal contraceptive implants. • Prescribes pharmaceuticals. • Counsel patients, family members and others related to health problems, prescribed treatments and use of pharmaceuticals and procedures. • Reviews and analyzes lab tests, x-rays and other diagnostic data. • Provides a higher level of expertise in diagnosis and treatment modalities. • Consults and collaborates with physicians or other providers as needed related to patient care. Other Duties: • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and chemistry; of medical diagnosis techniques, methods and procedures; of methods of organization, management and public administration; of agency policies and procedures; of grant or contract program requirements; and, federal and state laws and regulations relating to administration of programs. Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and collaborate as an effective team member; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment; analyze and resolve highly complex situations; conduct physical examinations and health assessments; and, provide advanced specialized nursing care and/or medical care to include writing prescriptions or be eligible to apply for prescriptive privileges. Physical Demands and Work Environment: • Combination of office and exam offices. • May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. • Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. • This position requires long period of sitting, standing, and daily use of computer and phone. • Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, recognition as a certified Advanced Practice Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, and four years of experience as a Registered Nurse. *Approval for prescriptive authority requires current licensure in Oklahoma as a Registered Nurse and as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) within 60 calendars days of the entry on duty date. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse must hold a graduate degree at an advanced practice level or a post-master's certificate at an advanced practice level if the master's degree is in nursing, in order to be eligible for initial application for prescriptive authority. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Jun 25, 2022
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties. The duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg & Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Advanced Practice Registered Nurse providing support to Region 9 of the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This is a state employee position PIN 34000092 governed by the Civil Service Rules, in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $90,000.00, based on education and experience. Position Summary: This position is responsible for provision of advanced health care to individuals, families or groups as an expert clinician in a multi-county area. Duties include the assessment of individual health, analyzing data to determine medical and nursing care needed, planning a treatment strategy to meet identified needs and evaluating responses to nursing and medical interventions. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: • Provide independent advanced primary, secondary or tertiary health care for individuals, families or groups at an advanced clinician level for a multi-county area. • Assess individual health. • Analyze data to determine a strategy to meet identified health care needs. • Evaluate responses to interventions and make changes in care treatment as needed. • Performs comprehensive physical examinations and secures health histories. • Performs or orders lab tests. • Conducts invasive procedures including but not limited to pelvic exams; breast exams; insertion of long acting reproductive contraception and sub dermal contraceptive implants. • Prescribes pharmaceuticals. • Counsel patients, family members and others related to health problems, prescribed treatments and use of pharmaceuticals and procedures. • Reviews and analyzes lab tests, x-rays and other diagnostic data. • Provides a higher level of expertise in diagnosis and treatment modalities. • Consults and collaborates with physicians or other providers as needed related to patient care. Other Duties: • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and chemistry; of medical diagnosis techniques, methods and procedures; of methods of organization, management and public administration; of agency policies and procedures; of grant or contract program requirements; and, federal and state laws and regulations relating to administration of programs. Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and collaborate as an effective team member; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment; analyze and resolve highly complex situations; conduct physical examinations and health assessments; and, provide advanced specialized nursing care and/or medical care to include writing prescriptions or be eligible to apply for prescriptive privileges. Physical Demands and Work Environment: • Combination of office and exam offices. • May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. • Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. • This position requires long period of sitting, standing, and daily use of computer and phone. • Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, recognition as a certified Advanced Practice Nurse by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, and four years of experience as a Registered Nurse. *Approval for prescriptive authority requires current licensure in Oklahoma as a Registered Nurse and as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) within 60 calendars days of the entry on duty date. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse must hold a graduate degree at an advanced practice level or a post-master's certificate at an advanced practice level if the master's degree is in nursing, in order to be eligible for initial application for prescriptive authority. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Nutrition Therapist IV
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire . Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Nutrition Therapist IV providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position 3400 34003511 governed by the Civil Service Rules , work location determined upon hire. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position are up to $67,501.08 based on education and experience . Position Summary: This is the leadership level of the job family, where employees are assigned responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating the local WIC program for the assigned area. These positions provide direct service to individuals and groups by conducting nutrition education classes and providing individual nutrition counseling for high-risk WIC participants, increase community awareness and positive perception of the WIC Program by providing outreach in the community including to local area physicians, interacting with other Public Health programs, and coordinate in-service training for other WIC clinic staff. These positions must supervise other nutritionists, including reviewing and assigning work, evaluating performance, approving leave, and initiating disciplinary actions, as well as performing related administrative functions. Additionally, this position may provide direction, technical guidance and supervision, or training to nutrition assistants. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: • Provides direct and indirect nutrition education services • Identifies high-risk individual referrals • Assesses the nutritional status and needs of high-risk participants and develops individual care plans (ICP) • Provides and/or oversees food and formula prescriptions and coordinates with medical providers as appropriate • Refers high-risk participants to other health-related and social services, as necessary • Documents ICP, referrals, and follow-up to referrals appropriately • Tracks high-risk participants' progress in improving their health • Provides nutrition in-service training to local agency staff who provide WIC services to participants • Participates in the development of the local agency nutrition education plan, including breastfeeding promotion and support • Coordinates and provides routine WIC outreach in the community Other Duties: • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of current nutritional sciences; Ability to prepare and present nutrition education information in an individual and group setting; skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of administrative principles and practices, program planning, and nutrition education techniques; enhanced knowledge and skills in nutrition therapy and application; advanced knowledge of available health programs and resources, of federal and state program rules and regulations, of advanced nutrition or lactation practices, of principles and methods of teaching; ability to develop, plan, and implement effective education programs and to evaluate results of programs; Knowledge of fundamental supervisory principles and practices; Demonstrates effective leadership qualities; Displays professionalism and successfully manages conflict; Promotes a supportive work environment. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel Requirements : Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus four years of experience as a registered dietitian. A master's degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master's degree with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire . Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Nutrition Therapist IV providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position 3400 34003511 governed by the Civil Service Rules , work location determined upon hire. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position are up to $67,501.08 based on education and experience . Position Summary: This is the leadership level of the job family, where employees are assigned responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating the local WIC program for the assigned area. These positions provide direct service to individuals and groups by conducting nutrition education classes and providing individual nutrition counseling for high-risk WIC participants, increase community awareness and positive perception of the WIC Program by providing outreach in the community including to local area physicians, interacting with other Public Health programs, and coordinate in-service training for other WIC clinic staff. These positions must supervise other nutritionists, including reviewing and assigning work, evaluating performance, approving leave, and initiating disciplinary actions, as well as performing related administrative functions. Additionally, this position may provide direction, technical guidance and supervision, or training to nutrition assistants. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: • Provides direct and indirect nutrition education services • Identifies high-risk individual referrals • Assesses the nutritional status and needs of high-risk participants and develops individual care plans (ICP) • Provides and/or oversees food and formula prescriptions and coordinates with medical providers as appropriate • Refers high-risk participants to other health-related and social services, as necessary • Documents ICP, referrals, and follow-up to referrals appropriately • Tracks high-risk participants' progress in improving their health • Provides nutrition in-service training to local agency staff who provide WIC services to participants • Participates in the development of the local agency nutrition education plan, including breastfeeding promotion and support • Coordinates and provides routine WIC outreach in the community Other Duties: • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of current nutritional sciences; Ability to prepare and present nutrition education information in an individual and group setting; skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; knowledge of administrative principles and practices, program planning, and nutrition education techniques; enhanced knowledge and skills in nutrition therapy and application; advanced knowledge of available health programs and resources, of federal and state program rules and regulations, of advanced nutrition or lactation practices, of principles and methods of teaching; ability to develop, plan, and implement effective education programs and to evaluate results of programs; Knowledge of fundamental supervisory principles and practices; Demonstrates effective leadership qualities; Displays professionalism and successfully manages conflict; Promotes a supportive work environment. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel Requirements : Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus four years of experience as a registered dietitian. A master's degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master's degree with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Adolescent Health Specialist
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Adolescent Health Specialist providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position PIN 34003477 governed by the Civil Service Rules . The duty station will be determined upon hire. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $55,028.60 based on education and experience. Position Summary: This position functions under the supervision of the county health department with additional oversight from the CAH Healthy Youth Consultant. Duties include: Providing age-appropriate, evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention curriculum in school settings, facilitating Public Health Youth Councils (PHYCs), and serving as an expert and resource for local communities on adolescent health issues. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions : • Implement, with fidelity, evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention (TPP) curricula in rural counties with teen birth rates higher than the national average. • Develop and provide presentations on additional adolescent health topics such as HIV/STI prevention, healthy relationships (including LGBTQ+ relationships), consent, suicide prevention, distracted driving, internet safety, and others. • Work closely with communities, families, tribes, schools, and other youth-serving organizations (YSOs) to ensure education and outreach activities are provided to/about adolescents. • Establish and facilitate PHYCs in the region. • Assist in program development and participate in technical assistance site visits. • Collaborate with Maternal and Child Health (MCH) to review project activities, assess project needs, and plan future activities, as well as to complete project reports and evaluation activities. Other Duties : • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of public health problems, specifically related to adolescent health issues, public health principles and practices, community health organization, and the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework. Required abilities and/or skills include and are not limited to public speaking; working with diverse groups of youth and adults in school and community settings; delivering evidence-based curriculum with fidelity; organizing communities and directing groups on adolescent health issues; preparing a variety of educational materials such as brochures, oral presentations, articles for publications, newsletters, and social media posts; to use applicable software and/or tools for data collection and entry; and to coordinate and carry out adolescent health activities. Ability is required to develop, plan, and implement an effective adolescent health program and to provide education and training. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Combination of office, classroom, community organization meetings, teaching evidenced-based curricula, delivering presentations, and training teachers and other staff. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N-95 respirator is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in nursing, health education, community health or public health with one year of experience in health education and/or working with adolescents. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. This position will cover multiple counties, the duty station will be determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha. OSDH is seeking a full time Adolescent Health Specialist providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position PIN 34003477 governed by the Civil Service Rules . The duty station will be determined upon hire. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $55,028.60 based on education and experience. Position Summary: This position functions under the supervision of the county health department with additional oversight from the CAH Healthy Youth Consultant. Duties include: Providing age-appropriate, evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention curriculum in school settings, facilitating Public Health Youth Councils (PHYCs), and serving as an expert and resource for local communities on adolescent health issues. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions : • Implement, with fidelity, evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention (TPP) curricula in rural counties with teen birth rates higher than the national average. • Develop and provide presentations on additional adolescent health topics such as HIV/STI prevention, healthy relationships (including LGBTQ+ relationships), consent, suicide prevention, distracted driving, internet safety, and others. • Work closely with communities, families, tribes, schools, and other youth-serving organizations (YSOs) to ensure education and outreach activities are provided to/about adolescents. • Establish and facilitate PHYCs in the region. • Assist in program development and participate in technical assistance site visits. • Collaborate with Maternal and Child Health (MCH) to review project activities, assess project needs, and plan future activities, as well as to complete project reports and evaluation activities. Other Duties : • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of public health problems, specifically related to adolescent health issues, public health principles and practices, community health organization, and the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework. Required abilities and/or skills include and are not limited to public speaking; working with diverse groups of youth and adults in school and community settings; delivering evidence-based curriculum with fidelity; organizing communities and directing groups on adolescent health issues; preparing a variety of educational materials such as brochures, oral presentations, articles for publications, newsletters, and social media posts; to use applicable software and/or tools for data collection and entry; and to coordinate and carry out adolescent health activities. Ability is required to develop, plan, and implement an effective adolescent health program and to provide education and training. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Combination of office, classroom, community organization meetings, teaching evidenced-based curricula, delivering presentations, and training teachers and other staff. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N-95 respirator is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in nursing, health education, community health or public health with one year of experience in health education and/or working with adolescents. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Public Health Specialist IV
Oklahoma State Department of Health Atoka, Oklahoma, USA
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist IV providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position PIN 34002675 governed by the Civil Service Rules. Work location determined to be determined. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $60,002.50based on education and experience . Position Summary: Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions : • This is the supervisory level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a clear specialization in a consumer protection or public health discipline and recognition as an expert in the specialty. Further responsibilities will involve work in emergency response bioterrorism, West Nile, and other public health concerns. Responsibilities may include the supervision of other staff as well as the performance of technical duties and related administrative functions. • Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. • Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. • Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. • Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. • Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. • Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. • Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. • Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Other Duties: Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; and of public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to use computers to organize data and generate reports; to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; to insure that corrective actions have been completed to eliminate health hazards; to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry; to evaluate complex consumer health problems; to provide solutions; and to provide in-service training and consultation to state and local entities in a specialty area. Physical Demands & Work Environment : Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel Requirements: Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. I have read and understand this job description . I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. I understand that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection, plus five years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections and four years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist IV providing support to Region 9. This is a state employee position PIN 34002675 governed by the Civil Service Rules. Work location determined to be determined. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 . The annual salary for this position is up to $60,002.50based on education and experience . Position Summary: Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions : • This is the supervisory level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a clear specialization in a consumer protection or public health discipline and recognition as an expert in the specialty. Further responsibilities will involve work in emergency response bioterrorism, West Nile, and other public health concerns. Responsibilities may include the supervision of other staff as well as the performance of technical duties and related administrative functions. • Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. • Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. • Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. • Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. • Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. • Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. • Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. • Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Other Duties: Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; and of public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to use computers to organize data and generate reports; to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; to insure that corrective actions have been completed to eliminate health hazards; to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry; to evaluate complex consumer health problems; to provide solutions; and to provide in-service training and consultation to state and local entities in a specialty area. Physical Demands & Work Environment : Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Travel Requirements: Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. I have read and understand this job description . I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. I understand that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection, plus five years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections and four years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2022 11:59:00 PM

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