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Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to protect and promote health, to prevent disease and injury, and to cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can be healthy. OSDH is seeking a full time Cessation Consultant providing support to Pittsburg County Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN#34003380) in state government, located in McAlester, 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 $52,297.00 based on education and experience . Position Description: The Consultant will ensure the tobacco clinical best practice guidelines and internal policies are adhered to within the CHDs. The consultant will assist in promotion and utilization of the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline via referral through the CHD as well as serve as the primary point of contact in regards to tobacco cessation efforts within the assigned counties/region. The consultant will assess the current systems within the CHDs as well as identified areas for quality improvement. Duties include but are not limited to: *Serve as a content expert in tobacco cessation best practices to provider education and behavioral modification including motivational interviewing, stages of change and cognitive behavioral therapy. *Work with assigned county health departments to ensure evidence based tobacco dependence treatment is being provided to all patients being seen within the CHD. *Provide system level assessments within the CHDs to determine quality improvement processes in regards to tobacco cessation. *Work with the Oklahoma State Department of Health Central office to adhere to grant deliverables and objectives *Provide technical assistance to the CHD in regard to tobacco treatment, including referrals to the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline. *Utilize CHD data to assess effectiveness of tobacco cessation. *Report monthly on progress of the project to ensure deliverables are being met *Other duties as assigned Education and Experience Bachelors Degree Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of tobacco control best practices for treating tobacco dependence. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Possess good planning skills and the ability to accomplish goals and objectives in a timely manner. Strong intrapersonal and problem-solving skills. The ability to make presentations to CHD staff and partners as needed. Ability to understand basic public health principles such as policy and system level change, quality care; develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training. 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: 8/22/2019 11:59:00 PM