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Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. Public Information Officer I and II. This position will cover multiple counties. Duty station determined upon hire. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg, and Pushmataha County Health Departments. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Information Officer providing support to Region 9 of the state. This is an unclassified position (PIN #34001693) 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 [ click here ] . The level and annual salary for this position will be based on education and experience Please be advised position may be filled at Level II or Level III. Level I - $41,868.33 Level II - $50,000 to $54,000 Position Description : Positions in this job family are responsible for researching, writing and editing various materials for media, and presenting information for a state agency. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Organizations and other special interest groups to promote agency programs and Public Health Messages. • Prepares, edits, coordinates and distributes news releases. • Prepares speeches, agency newsletters, brochures, web pages, and other agency informational releases. • Develops special educational and promotional materials for presentation at exhibits, fairs, festivals, conferences and schools; conducts tours of agency. • Represents agency at civic and professional groups. • Instructs, trains and may supervise the activities of others. • Serves as photographer for an agency. • Serves as project leader for special PR projects of an agency. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Level I & II - Advanced knowledge of English usage, including grammar and composition; of public relations principles and techniques; of accepted styles for materials released to various media; of media sources and their capabilities; of visual graphics and video techniques; of agency's objectives; and of editing techniques and procedures. Ability is required to write and edit; to gather and organize pertinent data; to uphold and practice public relations principles and codes of ethics; to deliver informational presentations; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I - Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, marketing, English or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in writing and editing, radio and/or television, public relations or serving as a public information officer. Level II - Same as the Level I plus one year of experience in writing and editing, radio and/or television, public relations or serving as a public information officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience and one year of experience in writing and editing, radio and/or television, public relations or serving as a public information officer. 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking two full time Registered Nurses II providing support to Region 9 of the Southeast region of the state. These are unclassified positions (PIN# 34003632 & 34003836) in state government and funded by EPRS grant. 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 [ click here ].The annual salary for this position is up to $55,028.60 based on education and experience. This position is time-limited to June 30, 2023 This position will cover multiple counties. Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha County Health Departments. Position Description: Provide direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This includes providing nursing assessments, planning, interventions, evaluations, health related education, case management, and execution of the medical regime including administering medications and treatments prescribed by any person authorized to prescribe by state law. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Duties include, but are not limited to : • Assesses health status of individuals, families, and communities; develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions. • Evaluates and determines health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs. • Delivers professional nursing care in an assigned mobile unit, clinic, home, or other setting. • Educates individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion. • Provides supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel; collaborates with other professionals in the management of health care. • Delegate tasks that may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. • Assures quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome. • Performs specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of health promotion and disease prevention; of nursing management of available health care resources; of nutrition and diet therapy; and of the functions of various clinical departments. Ability is required to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective nursing care plan; to provide education and training; to assess condition and needs of patients, families and communities appropriate to the care setting; to take appropriate intervention; to counsel and teach patients and families; and to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care. In addition, this job requires, knowledge of available health programs and resources; of federal and state rules and regulations concerning health services; of accreditation, certification and licensure standards; of preventive health practices; of principles and methods of teaching; of nursing standards; and of nursing policies and procedures. Ability is required to develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. • 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. • Work related travel required. Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of professional nursing experience, or, a Bachelor's in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. This position will cover multiple counties . Counties Covered: Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha County Health Departments. OSDH is seeking a full time Logistics and Exercise Support Specialist providing support to Region 9 of the of the Oklahoma State Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34002158) in state government. 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 [ click here ].The annual salary for this position is up to $53,200.00 based on education and experience. Position Description: The Logistics and Exercise Support Specialist coordinates the Public Health training and exercise strategy in the district and provides technical assistance for communities in the design, development, evaluation and after-action reporting of exercises and training. The Specialist also oversees health and medical resource requests of public health assets and works to have a comprehensive view of community resources and assets. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Coordinates Health Department's emergency preparedness exercise program including planning and conducting discussion and operations-based exercises. • Participate on community exercise planning teams as the Public Health Subject Matter Expert and assist in the development, planning, and facilitation of community-based exercises. • Coordinates Health Department's emergency preparedness training program including developing and instructing training courses on topics including medical countermeasures, the Incident Command System, and general emergency preparedness. • Maintain local Incident Command System and preparedness-related training records. • Identifies trends and provides recommendations, based upon subject matter expertise, to mitigate exposure to damage caused by future emergencies/disasters. • Supports the development of after-action reports and takes action to improve public health preparedness based upon the results; ensuring deficiencies are corrected within established timeframes. • Oversees requests and works with the Health and Medical partners to have a comprehensive view of community resources and assets. This includes but it is not limited to: identifying resources, intake of resource requests and any necessary follow up. • Collaborates with the Local Emergency Response Coordinator to identify and track public health resources across the Health District. • Maintains inventory information relative to district caches of supplies, including location of the supplies, type and quantity. • Maintains an inventory of resources located within the Health Department response trailers. • Monitors Health Department supplies and advises of supply chain concerns that may arise. • Participates as a member of the Emergency Preparedness team, and respond, when instructed, to various types of health and medical emergencies on a 24/7 basis. Work may include overnight and weekend shifts as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding emergency services, disaster response, recovery and mitigation; planning, development, implementation, and assessment of emergency management programs and response strategies relative to natural and manmade disasters. Knowledge of CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities and ASPR Health Care Preparedness and Response Capabilities, and affiliated cooperative agreements. Ability to coordinate various emergency preparedness and response activities across organizational lines; communicate effectively orally and in writing; train others in emergency response procedures; work under considerable pressure and stress in emergency situations; identify and recommend appropriate solutions to problems (decision making); and promote, establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Other technical qualifications also include prior training or experience with a variety of emergency systems communications platforms, i.e., 800 MHz, government UHF, VHF, HF, amateur radio, mobile satellite phone, etc. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with a climate-controlled setting 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 may require long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicant is required to work hours other than the regular schedule such as nights and weekends during potential or actual public health threats to the State of Oklahoma. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Meteorology, Information Technology or equivalent Military and/or emergency operations center experience is required. Training and Certification: ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. 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 two full time Health Educator II providing support to Region 9 of the southeast region of the state. These are unclassified positions (PIN#34004098 & 34004099) 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 [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $44,000.00 based on education and experience. Position Description: 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. Duties include, but not limited to: • 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 Knowledge, Skills & 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. 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking four full time Community Health Worker providing support to Region 9 of the southeast region of the state. These are unclassified positions (PIN #34003295, 4095, 4096, & 4097) 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 [ click here ] .The annual salary for this position is up to $37,000 based on education and experience. 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. Position Description : This position will conduct outreach and education services, targeting individuals who are at high risk for chronic disease complications, and works with a team of health care professionals to provide clients with opportunities to manage and improve their health by facilitating care coordination, enhancing access to community-based services, and addressing social determinants of health. This position will be assigned to the local health department and will be based in a primary care office and/or facility, working with individual patients as part of an integrated team of health care providers. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Meet with patients after being seen by their primary care physician or nurse practitioner, helping the patient understand their disease processes, their health care provider's instructions, and follow-up and referral plans. • Ensure primary care and specialty appointment instructions are understood and appointments are kept. • Track and report patient encounters and maintain required records as directed. Maintain appropriate confidentiality of information. • Act as patient advocate. • Serve as single-entry contact for customers trying to access multiple state services. • Provide client follow-up and monitoring, including phone calls and home visits with patients as needed. • Serve as liaison between state agencies and local community programs. • Assist patients in understanding their insurance and medication coverage. • Assist patients in applying for Medicaid/medical assistance as needed. • Assist patients in applying for medication assistance programs as needed. • Assist patients in connecting with community resources. • Collaborate with team to provide clients with the opportunity to manage and improve health, coordinate care, and provide clinical team with case findings. • Actively participate in required training and professional development activities. • Assist local health department with contact tracing as needed • Maintain active patient caseload. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of basic record keeping; Scheduling, data entry and of the techniques of interviewing; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Strong relationship building and collaboration skills; excellent communication and facilitation skills; time management skills, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and function as part of a team; Ability to follow oral and written directions; to plan and organize work assignments; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action. 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. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Two or more years of any health care 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. 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 Community Health Epidemiologist. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34002428) in state government, located in the southeast region of Oklahoma. 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 [ click here ].The annual salary will be based on education and experience. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to plan, organize and conduct field studies and surveillance of communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make communicable or chronic diseases, injuries or conditions; to determine the patterns of disease in the community; to make recommendations regarding the possible causation of diseases and disease processes, their correlation with other community conditions (to include social determinates of health), and the control of epidemics and eradication of disease; conduct literature reviews, support data sharing initiatives, provide data and technical evaluation assistance, continual focus on local health assessments, strategic health planning, and appropriate interventions with a deliberate evaluation component, and to perform other work assigned. This position will provide support to Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, Leflore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha counties. Position Responsibilities • Knowledge of public health principles and practices of communicable diseases, chronic diseases, injury prevention and other conditions. • Advanced knowledge of epidemiology and evaluation methods • Proficiency with statistical analysis software, such as; SAS, SPSS, and Stata. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of public health sciences and practice. • The ability to interpret findings and prepare materials (such as briefs, reports), and communicate results to department staff, the general public, and other partners. • The ability to provide epidemiological and evaluation input into planning and program processes. • Education and experience in conducting program evaluations. • A proven ability independently and communicate effectively using written, verbal, and electronic methods. • Interacts with and provides technical assistance to internal customers (such as; State and County Health Departments leadership and staff) as well as external stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors in Oklahoma. • Establish and maintains surveillance systems to identify and monitor communicable disease and chronic disease (including injury) and health risk behavior trends among various population groups. • Review and monitor case reports, health statistics, demographic information and the results of laboratory tests to identify possible disease trends, locations and sources. • Consult on development and use of health information systems, interfacing with the vital records system and other divisions in the department in dealing with specific disease problems and recommends appropriate action. • Designs, collects, analyzes, and prepares reports on epidemiologic surveys by analyzing available surveillance data, or by collecting or supervising the collection of new data as pertains to acute and chronic disease and maternal, child, and adolescent health. • Assess risks of the occurrence of epidemics, communicable diseases and/or environmental hazards and makes recommendations for control procedures and/ or official departmental policy based on such assessments. • Assist in writing grant applications. • Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed and prepares and updates documentation regrading assigned projects. Education and Experience • Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in public health, biological, medical, or health science. • Two years of full time professional level experience planning, developing and conducting epidemiological or similar research studies, preferably in a Public Health setting is also qualifying. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Current Epidemiological and related literature; Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to public health practice and administration; computer applications related to the work, including data base development and modification and report generation techniques. Must also have a thorough knowledge of environmental, agent and host factors associated with the occurrence of diseases, modes of disease transmission and epidemic patterns of disease in the community; availability, uses and limitations of demographic data; application of manual and automated systems for storage, retrieval and analysis of data. Physical Demands and Work Environment • Office Environment • Computer based • Travel may be required 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. 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 Clinical Social Worker providing support to the county health departments. This is an unclassified (PIN #34000011) position in state government. This position is grant-funded and is subject to funding. The annual salary for this position is up to $56,949, based on education and experience. Position Summary This position is responsible for complex and difficult clinical social work services and provides both program delivery and client intervention functions requiring intensive case management activities and extensive professional, diagnostic and treatment activities. Though not exclusively, this position operates as a Maternal and Child Health Social Worker. As such, this individual is expected to promote and prioritize the mission and objectives of the Maternal and Child Health Service to improve the physical and mental health, safety, and well-being of the Oklahoma maternal and child health (MCH) population. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions • Completes entry-level assessments, interventions, and evaluations within the county health department community setting. • Evaluates the needs of individuals and families with their consideration to their physical health, psychological health, and family structure to develop a treatment plan for the relevant concerns and provide a "warm hand-off" to the appropriate community resources for these identified need(s). • May provide short-term solution-focused individual therapy to individuals with psychological, medical, neurological, speech/language, and/or developmental problems. • Provides appropriate referrals within family planning, child health, maternity and other pertinent clinic areas to ensure the client's needs are being met. • Serves as a primary resource to social service providers in case of rape, teen pregnancy, and mental health needs. • Acts as an advocate for the client; supports self-advocacy efforts, and supports client in exercising rights, choices and responsibilities. • Participates in staff conferences for the purpose of overall program planning. • Consults with individual and community organizations on the improvement of existing resources. • Provides education, consultation, and technical assistance to professional staff, community organizations, agencies and other groups. • Serves as a resource for each clinic site in the region, traveling to each on a regular and as-needed basis to address the community need in each site. • Work effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. • All other duties as assigned. 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. Education and Experience Requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in social work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and one year of professional social work experience. Candidates who have obtained the license of Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) are preferred, while a candidate at the Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) level who are under clinical supervision would also receive preference to candidates who are currently unlicensed and not pursuing clinical licensure. Additionally, those with professional social work experience in the maternal and child health area may also receive preference. Valued Knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge of principles and practices of social work; of current social and health problems; of the principles of family health and psychosocial aspects of human relations; of community, state and national health and welfare resources; of psychosocial terminology; of the principles of interviewing; of social assistance requirements; of psychosocial treatment techniques; of casework principles and methods; of systems development and community organizations; of therapeutic treatment; of psychiatric and medical terminology; of human development stages and related dysfunctions; of the principles of clinical interviewing; of effective therapeutic interventions; of social work professional ethics; of technical manuals related to applicable programs; of the minimum standards of practice as they apply to service delivery; of characteristics and social implications of mental and emotional disturbances; and of the principles and practices of effective supervision. Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and choosing an appropriate course of action; to make decisions; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to consult with staff and agencies; to effectively treat health and emotional problems; to apply therapeutic intervention (individual and group) in an inpatient or outpatient setting; to engage clients and families in the problem solving process; to work across program areas in providing the full scope of social work services; and to plan and direct the work of a professional staff. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. 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 full-time Adolescent Health Specialist providing support to county health departments. This is an unclassified position (PIN #34003477) 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 [ click here ] . 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. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous