Oklahoma State Department of Health
Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
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 Child-Development Specialist II providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001165) in state government, located in Muskogee, 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 $45,422.00 based on education and experience. Position Description: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. •Conducts groups and workshops to educate parents in the area of child development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose. •Provides developmental assessments of children birth through kindergarten-age; teach parents ways to enhance their child's developmental potential. •Keeps confidential records and writes reports essential to this work. •Assists in the selection, preparation, and distribution of materials on child development which will further the purpose of this program. •Provides in-service training in the areas of child development and parenting to staff at Head Starts, day care, preschool programs, or other programs as necessary. •Counsel's individuals and families on topics related to parenting and child development. •Recruits clients for child development programs through contracts with community organizations such as public health clinics, hospitals, child care centers, civic organizations, pediatricians and the news media. •Collaborates with other community agencies as well as plans and conducts community wide efforts to promote the health, development, and behavioral well-being of young children and families. •Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team by staffing individual cases and groups and in developing treatment plans or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) pertaining to child development. •Supervises the work of subordinate staff. •Provide services to children and families in the child's natural environment or the environment determined most appropriate by the child's early intervention team. •Initiate and implement steps necessary for smooth transition services from the early intervention program. 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 conduct home visitations, stand, walk, lift, and reach. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Child Development Specialist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the level of the complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for a specific task, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks and the responsibility assigned for providing supervision to others. Level II: This is the career level where incumbents perform all essential functions of a child development specialist at the full performance level practicing a high degree of flexibility in developing and implementing programs to meet individual, family and group needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of completion of a master's degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, developmental psychology, or family relations/child development plus one year of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). OR a master's degree in special education with a minimum of 18 graduate, post graduate, or upper level hours (300 or above) in any of the following areas: typical and atypical infant and toddler development, parent-child relations, positive guidance/discipline strategies with young children, family systems, family relationships, assessment/evaluation, working with parents of exceptional infants and toddlers, and developmentally and individually appropriate early childhood curriculum and instructional practices plus one year of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). NOTE: If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. NOTES NOTE / 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: Continuous
Oct 31, 2021
Full Time
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 Child-Development Specialist II providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001165) in state government, located in Muskogee, 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 $45,422.00 based on education and experience. Position Description: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. •Conducts groups and workshops to educate parents in the area of child development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose. •Provides developmental assessments of children birth through kindergarten-age; teach parents ways to enhance their child's developmental potential. •Keeps confidential records and writes reports essential to this work. •Assists in the selection, preparation, and distribution of materials on child development which will further the purpose of this program. •Provides in-service training in the areas of child development and parenting to staff at Head Starts, day care, preschool programs, or other programs as necessary. •Counsel's individuals and families on topics related to parenting and child development. •Recruits clients for child development programs through contracts with community organizations such as public health clinics, hospitals, child care centers, civic organizations, pediatricians and the news media. •Collaborates with other community agencies as well as plans and conducts community wide efforts to promote the health, development, and behavioral well-being of young children and families. •Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team by staffing individual cases and groups and in developing treatment plans or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) pertaining to child development. •Supervises the work of subordinate staff. •Provide services to children and families in the child's natural environment or the environment determined most appropriate by the child's early intervention team. •Initiate and implement steps necessary for smooth transition services from the early intervention program. 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 conduct home visitations, stand, walk, lift, and reach. Must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Child Development Specialist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the level of the complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for a specific task, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks and the responsibility assigned for providing supervision to others. Level II: This is the career level where incumbents perform all essential functions of a child development specialist at the full performance level practicing a high degree of flexibility in developing and implementing programs to meet individual, family and group needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of completion of a master's degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, developmental psychology, or family relations/child development plus one year of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). OR a master's degree in special education with a minimum of 18 graduate, post graduate, or upper level hours (300 or above) in any of the following areas: typical and atypical infant and toddler development, parent-child relations, positive guidance/discipline strategies with young children, family systems, family relationships, assessment/evaluation, working with parents of exceptional infants and toddlers, and developmentally and individually appropriate early childhood curriculum and instructional practices plus one year of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). NOTE: If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. NOTES NOTE / 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: Continuous
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
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 Children First Program working out of the Muskogee County Health Department in Muskogee, OK. This is an unclassified position (PIN 34003713) 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 $55,028.67, based on education and experience . Position Description : Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This position conducts home visits in varied counties to provide parent education and support to first time parents utilizing the Nurse-Family Partnership Model. Children First Program education includes healthy living during pregnancy, fetal development, child growth and development, strong parent-child relationships, goal setting, problem solving, and community resource identification. Duties include, but are not limited to: •Assess health status of individuals, families, and communities; develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions. •Evaluate and determine health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs. •Deliver professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting. •Educate individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion. •Provide supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel; collaborate with other professionals in the management of health care. •Delegate tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. •Assure 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. •Perform specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared. •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. 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. 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 Combination of office, vehicle, and homes. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Exposed to inclement weather conditions while driving to and from office, homes and daycares. Work related travel 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
Oct 31, 2021
Full Time
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 Children First Program working out of the Muskogee County Health Department in Muskogee, OK. This is an unclassified position (PIN 34003713) 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 $55,028.67, based on education and experience . Position Description : Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This position conducts home visits in varied counties to provide parent education and support to first time parents utilizing the Nurse-Family Partnership Model. Children First Program education includes healthy living during pregnancy, fetal development, child growth and development, strong parent-child relationships, goal setting, problem solving, and community resource identification. Duties include, but are not limited to: •Assess health status of individuals, families, and communities; develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions. •Evaluate and determine health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs. •Deliver professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting. •Educate individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion. •Provide supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel; collaborate with other professionals in the management of health care. •Delegate tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. •Assure 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. •Perform specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared. •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. 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. 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 Combination of office, vehicle, and homes. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required. Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Exposed to inclement weather conditions while driving to and from office, homes and daycares. Work related travel 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
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
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 one full time Speech Language Pathologist II or III providing support in the Muskogee county. This is an unclassified position (Pin# 34003142) 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 is up to $60,187.00 based on education and experience Please be advised position may be filled at Level II or Level III. Level III - up to $60,187.00 based on education and experience Level II - up to $53,263.00 based on education and experience Position Description : Responsible to provide patients with diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language. The functions in this job family will vary, but may include the following: Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: • Diagnoses communication disorders of speech and language. • Prepares treatment plans and makes recommendations for individual cases. • Conducts group and individual speech and/or language treatment as appropriate. • Performs hearing screenings and makes appropriate referrals. • Prepares and maintains progress reports, records, and evaluations on individual and group cases as required. • Participates as a member of a diagnostic and treatment team for individual and group cases. • Maintains confidential records of client services in compliance with state and federal regulations. • Confers with professional and/or community groups on topics regarding communication disorders. • Implements and develops prevention programs that are specific to speech/language/communication issues. • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Work effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. *Travel is required for home visitations (or community settings for therapeutic interventions). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required include knowledge of the pathology of communication disorders; of phonetics; of the anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing function; and of diagnostic testing and treatment techniques for communication disorders. Ability is required to discuss communication disorders with various treatment professionals and families; to plan and execute treatment programs; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Requirements : Requirements at this level include Certification of Clinical Competency by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association and the licensure by the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology plus the years of experience previously outlined. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Master's degree in speech pathology and Certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Level III : Master's degree in speech pathology and Certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Three years of post-certification experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a clinical specialty or in an educational setting. 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
Oct 31, 2021
Full Time
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 one full time Speech Language Pathologist II or III providing support in the Muskogee county. This is an unclassified position (Pin# 34003142) 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 is up to $60,187.00 based on education and experience Please be advised position may be filled at Level II or Level III. Level III - up to $60,187.00 based on education and experience Level II - up to $53,263.00 based on education and experience Position Description : Responsible to provide patients with diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language. The functions in this job family will vary, but may include the following: Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions: • Diagnoses communication disorders of speech and language. • Prepares treatment plans and makes recommendations for individual cases. • Conducts group and individual speech and/or language treatment as appropriate. • Performs hearing screenings and makes appropriate referrals. • Prepares and maintains progress reports, records, and evaluations on individual and group cases as required. • Participates as a member of a diagnostic and treatment team for individual and group cases. • Maintains confidential records of client services in compliance with state and federal regulations. • Confers with professional and/or community groups on topics regarding communication disorders. • Implements and develops prevention programs that are specific to speech/language/communication issues. • Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. • Work effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. *Travel is required for home visitations (or community settings for therapeutic interventions). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required include knowledge of the pathology of communication disorders; of phonetics; of the anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing function; and of diagnostic testing and treatment techniques for communication disorders. Ability is required to discuss communication disorders with various treatment professionals and families; to plan and execute treatment programs; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Requirements : Requirements at this level include Certification of Clinical Competency by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association and the licensure by the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology plus the years of experience previously outlined. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Master's degree in speech pathology and Certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Level III : Master's degree in speech pathology and Certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Three years of post-certification experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a clinical specialty or in an educational setting. 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
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
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 Child-Development Specialist III providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001165) in state government, located in Muskogee, 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 $45,422.00 based on education and experience . Position Description : Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. •Conducts groups and workshops to educate parents in the area of child development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose. •Provides developmental assessments of children birth through kindergarten-age; teach parents ways to enhance their child's developmental potential. •Keeps confidential records and writes reports essential to this work. •Assists in the selection, preparation, and distribution of materials on child development which will further the purpose of this program. •Provides in-service training in the areas of child development and parenting to staff at Head Starts, day care, preschool programs, or other programs as necessary. •Counsel's individuals and families on topics related to parenting and child development. •Recruits clients for child development programs through contracts with community organizations such as public health clinics, hospitals, child care centers, civic organizations, pediatricians and the news media. •Collaborates with other community agencies as well as plans and conducts community wide efforts to promote the health, development, and behavioral well-being of young children and families. •Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team by staffing individual cases and groups and in developing treatment plans or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) pertaining to child development. •Supervises the work of subordinate staff. •Provide services to children and families in the child's natural environment or the environment determined most appropriate by the child's early intervention team. •Initiate and implement steps necessary for smooth transition services from the early intervention program. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of typical and atypical child development from birth through adolescence; of methods and techniques used to evaluate developmental skills and abilities; of procedures of conducting parent education; of the skills and techniques for child care and guidance; of the procedures and curricula of early childhood education; of community and state health and welfare resources for children and their parents; and of procedures for use in the education and in-service training of personnel in child care services and of principles and practices of effective supervision. Ability is required to supervise and instruct other child development specialists, and administer programs. 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 conduct home visitations, 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 involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Child Development Specialist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the level of the complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for a specific task, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks and the responsibility assigned for providing supervision to others. Level III: This is the specialist level where the incumbents are assigned responsibilities involving advanced level technical duties in child development. Incumbents at this level perform duties as consultant to other Child Development Specialists and may be designated lead worker. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of completion of a master's degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, developmental psychology, or family relations/child development plus three years of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). OR a master's degree in special education with a minimum of 18 graduate, post graduate, or upper level hours (300 or above) in any of the following areas: typical and atypical infant and toddler development, parent-child relations, positive guidance/discipline strategies with young children, family systems, family relationships, assessment/evaluation, working with parents of exceptional infants and toddlers, and developmentally and individually appropriate early childhood curriculum and instructional practices plus three years of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). NOTE: If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. NOTES 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
Oct 31, 2021
Full Time
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 Child-Development Specialist III providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001165) in state government, located in Muskogee, 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 $45,422.00 based on education and experience . Position Description : Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. •Conducts groups and workshops to educate parents in the area of child development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose. •Provides developmental assessments of children birth through kindergarten-age; teach parents ways to enhance their child's developmental potential. •Keeps confidential records and writes reports essential to this work. •Assists in the selection, preparation, and distribution of materials on child development which will further the purpose of this program. •Provides in-service training in the areas of child development and parenting to staff at Head Starts, day care, preschool programs, or other programs as necessary. •Counsel's individuals and families on topics related to parenting and child development. •Recruits clients for child development programs through contracts with community organizations such as public health clinics, hospitals, child care centers, civic organizations, pediatricians and the news media. •Collaborates with other community agencies as well as plans and conducts community wide efforts to promote the health, development, and behavioral well-being of young children and families. •Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team by staffing individual cases and groups and in developing treatment plans or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) pertaining to child development. •Supervises the work of subordinate staff. •Provide services to children and families in the child's natural environment or the environment determined most appropriate by the child's early intervention team. •Initiate and implement steps necessary for smooth transition services from the early intervention program. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of typical and atypical child development from birth through adolescence; of methods and techniques used to evaluate developmental skills and abilities; of procedures of conducting parent education; of the skills and techniques for child care and guidance; of the procedures and curricula of early childhood education; of community and state health and welfare resources for children and their parents; and of procedures for use in the education and in-service training of personnel in child care services and of principles and practices of effective supervision. Ability is required to supervise and instruct other child development specialists, and administer programs. 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 conduct home visitations, 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 involving professional work with a high degree of flexibility in providing individual and family services to increase parenting skills and enhance the developmental potential of young children and/or children with developmental and acquired disabilities. This includes assessing development in young children; developing and implementing public health prevention programs for parents and young children to enhance their opportunities for cognitive, personal-social, language, and motor development; and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child development services. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Child Development Specialist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the level of the complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for a specific task, and the level of expertise required for completion of assigned tasks and the responsibility assigned for providing supervision to others. Level III: This is the specialist level where the incumbents are assigned responsibilities involving advanced level technical duties in child development. Incumbents at this level perform duties as consultant to other Child Development Specialists and may be designated lead worker. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of completion of a master's degree in child development, early childhood education, early childhood special education, developmental psychology, or family relations/child development plus three years of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). OR a master's degree in special education with a minimum of 18 graduate, post graduate, or upper level hours (300 or above) in any of the following areas: typical and atypical infant and toddler development, parent-child relations, positive guidance/discipline strategies with young children, family systems, family relationships, assessment/evaluation, working with parents of exceptional infants and toddlers, and developmentally and individually appropriate early childhood curriculum and instructional practices plus three years of post-master's experience working in the area of child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, AND eligible for certification as a Child and Parenting Specialist (CCPS) through the Oklahoma Family Resource Coalition (OFRC). NOTE: If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT If certification is not held at time of employment, it must be achieved within 12 months of accepting the position. NOTES 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
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
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 Patient Care Assistant III providing support to Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, and Sequoyah County Health Departments. This is an unclassified position in state government, located in Muskogee, OK. 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 $33,280.00 based on education and experience. This position may be time limited contingent upon available funding. Position Description Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, and charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions Job duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Administer COVID-19 specimen collection to members of the community. • Support the overall COVID-19 testing process. • Enter data into system for lab specimen. • Work as a courier transporting specimen, supplies, and any other necessary items. • Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens. • Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition. • Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared. • Escorts patients to and from various destinations. • Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment. • Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions. • Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks. • Provides case finding and recruitment of at risk persons for comprehensive health services. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Additionally knowledge of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Ability is required to apply basic nursing techniques. Also required knowledge of planning and organizing work assignments. Ability is also required to monitor and direct the work of others; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action. 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. Ability to physically stand for several hours with good mobility (for reaching into vehicles). Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. A valid driver's license is required. Use of N-95 respirator is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Three (3) years' experience in providing patient care. Preferred Qualification Certified Medical Assistant is 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
Oct 31, 2021
Full Time
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 Patient Care Assistant III providing support to Adair, Cherokee, Haskell, McIntosh, Muskogee, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, and Sequoyah County Health Departments. This is an unclassified position in state government, located in Muskogee, OK. 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 $33,280.00 based on education and experience. This position may be time limited contingent upon available funding. Position Description Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, and charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies. In addition, this position will serve to meet the expanded need in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions Job duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Administer COVID-19 specimen collection to members of the community. • Support the overall COVID-19 testing process. • Enter data into system for lab specimen. • Work as a courier transporting specimen, supplies, and any other necessary items. • Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens. • Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition. • Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared. • Escorts patients to and from various destinations. • Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment. • Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions. • Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks. • Provides case finding and recruitment of at risk persons for comprehensive health services. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Additionally knowledge of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Ability is required to apply basic nursing techniques. Also required knowledge of planning and organizing work assignments. Ability is also required to monitor and direct the work of others; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action. 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. Ability to physically stand for several hours with good mobility (for reaching into vehicles). Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. A valid driver's license is required. Use of N-95 respirator is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Three (3) years' experience in providing patient care. Preferred Qualification Certified Medical Assistant is 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
