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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. OSDH is seeking a full time Health Educator I providing support to the Beckham County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN# 34003255) in state government, located in Elk City, OK. 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 $41,424.92 based on education and experience. Position Description: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions The functions in this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Participates in establishing and maintaining partnerships with agencies, communities, or organizations in determining the need for specialized health education programs and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of such programs; to include strategic planning, the use of logic models, development of performance measures, and specific application of health behavior theory. •Assists in conducting needs assessments at the individual, organizational, and community levels to determine appropriate theoretical basis from which to initiate programmatic and strategic planning. •Implements and monitors the implementation of evidence-based health education curricula and health promotion programs with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity, and evaluation. •Prepares and delivers presentations, campaigns, and programs for selected audiences on the prevention and management of disease and other public health topics such as immunizations, stress management, personal hygiene, sexual health, injury prevention and others as qualified. •Evaluates the effectiveness of health education/promotion programs and makes necessary changes. •Provides public health information to the public through media partnerships and the use of social media. •Other duties as assigned. Valued 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; and to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations. 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. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level I: This is the career level where incumbents perform work at the full performance level in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education/promotion programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: 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 or Nursing. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. 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: 11/1/2021 11:59:00 PM

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 a full time Health Educator I providing support to the Beckham County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN# 34003255) in state government, located in Elk City, OK. 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 $41,424.92 based on education and experience. Position Description: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions The functions in this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Participates in establishing and maintaining partnerships with agencies, communities, or organizations in determining the need for specialized health education programs and the planning, implementation, and evaluation of such programs; to include strategic planning, the use of logic models, development of performance measures, and specific application of health behavior theory. •Assists in conducting needs assessments at the individual, organizational, and community levels to determine appropriate theoretical basis from which to initiate programmatic and strategic planning. •Implements and monitors the implementation of evidence-based health education curricula and health promotion programs with an emphasis on program completeness, fidelity, and evaluation. •Prepares and delivers presentations, campaigns, and programs for selected audiences on the prevention and management of disease and other public health topics such as immunizations, stress management, personal hygiene, sexual health, injury prevention and others as qualified. •Evaluates the effectiveness of health education/promotion programs and makes necessary changes. •Provides public health information to the public through media partnerships and the use of social media. •Other duties as assigned. Valued 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; and to show cultural competence in working with diverse populations. 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. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of health education/promotion programs. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Health Educator job family consists of three levels, which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, the depth and breadth of accountability, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks. Level I: This is the career level where incumbents perform work at the full performance level in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating health education/promotion programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: 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 or Nursing. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Some positions may require that the education and/or experience or the certification may be in a specific area. 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. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: 11/1/2021 11:59:00 PM

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 a full time Registered Nurse II providing support to the Beckham, Caddo, Comanche, Cotton, Greer, Harmon, Jackson, Kiowa, & Tillman County Health Departments. This is an unclassified position (PIN #34003672) in state government, based in Lawton, OK. 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 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 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. Education and Experience 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). 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. 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 This position is time-limited to June 30, 2023 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: Beckham, Caddo, Comanche, Cotton, Greer, Harmon, Jackson, Kiowa and Tillman County Health Departments. OSDH is seeking five full time Registered Nurses II providing support to Region 5 of the Southwest region of the state. These are unclassified positions in state government and funded by EPRS grant. Duty Station will be 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 [ click here ] .The annual salary for this position is based up to $55,028.60 based on education and experience. 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 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. OSDH is seeking a full time Community Health Worker providing support to the Region 5 of the southwest region of the state. This is an unclassified position in state government. Duty station will be 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 [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $37,000.00 based on education and experience. This position will cover multiple counties. Counties Covered: Beckham, Caddo, Comanche, Cotton, Greer, Harmon, Jackson, Kiowa and Tillman County Health Departments. 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. 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