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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. Positions will be open until filled. Please be advised that applications will periodically be considered, as such these positions could be filled any time. OSDH is seeking full time Community Health Workers providing support to McCurtain County. These are unclassified grant positions (PIN #34001693 & #34002676) in state government, located in McCurtain County located in Idabel, 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 $30,000 based on education and experience. Position Description: These positions 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. These positions 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 Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Two or more years of any health care experience. 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. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual with Spanish or other language preferred. 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 Tobacco Cessation Specialist providing support to McCurtain County Health Department. This is an unclassified position (PIN #34003380) in state government, located in Idabel, 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 $52,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description : The Consultant will ensure the tobacco clinical best practice guidelines and internal policies are adhered to. The consultant will assist in promotion and utilization of the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline via clinic referral 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 clinic setting 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 clinics to ensure evidence based tobacco dependence treatment is being provided to all patients being seen within the clinic. • Provide system level assessments within the clinic to determine quality improvement processes in regards to tobacco cessation. • Work with district leadership to adhere to grant deliverables and objectives • Provide technical assistance in regard to tobacco treatment, including referrals to the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline. • Utilize county specific data to assess effectiveness of tobacco cessation. • Report monthly on progress of the project to ensure deliverables are being met • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of tobacco control best practices for treating tobacco dependence. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Possess strong 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 staff and partners as needed. Ability to understand basic public health principles such as policy and system level changes. Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree and current RN License. Preferred Qualifications : Master's degree or a bachelors in public health or community health; Minimum of one year's experience in project management or quality improvement process. Physical Demands & 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