Career Opportunities

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Communication Specialist – TEC Core

Under the general direction of the Tribal Epidemiology Center (TEC) Core Program Manager, this position will provide a full range of communication and health education support services. This position will be responsible for creating, disseminating, and evaluating content and messaging for various sources including, but not limited to websites, educational materials, training materials, and educational campaigns.

This position will facilitate close working relationships between TEC Core staff, internal and external partners, contractors, and vendors. Develop and/or adapt content and messaging from trusted sources for educational campaigns and projects with internal and external partners. Assist Program Manager with identifying priority audience and appropriate communication strategies based on identified public health priorities. Create and adapt content for priority audience to promote identified health topic and/or behavior change. Review content and messaging developed by TEC Core staff prior to publishing. Research, write, and edit content that adheres to goals, objectives, and activities outlined in grant work plans and/or contract deliverables. Assist Program Manager with developing and maintaining the TEC Core’s communication policies and practices including a style guide. Assist Program Manager with developing materials including toolkits and reports. Maintain internal project management calendars and platforms that adhere to strict deadlines by scheduling due dates, updating project requesters, and tracking content through various workflow processes. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in a related field.

Demonstrate knowledge of social media communication strategies. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in health education and health literacy. Must be able to collaborate with Tribes, Tribal programs, Indian Health Service, state/county health departments, federal agencies and institutions. Demonstrate ability to use data and prepare and review reports, tables, presentations, or publications that effectively and clearly provide an effective communication of the information. Must have and able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; presentation skills; decision making and time management skills; excellent problem solving skills; leadership and team building skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects; self-motivation skills; work effectively under pressure; ability to build positive work relationships with internal and external partners; ability to interact professionally; maintain confidentiality; and computer skills and knowledge of technical and applicable software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) is required.

Travel: In and out of state travel may be required in the fulfillment of job requirements and training.

Equal Employment: Except for Indian Preference, consideration will be made without regard to any non-merit factors such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, politics, disabilities, marital status, age, membership or non-membership in any employee organization.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities, except when so doing would impose an undue hardship on the SPTHB.

Conditions of Employment: 1. Full-time grant funded appointment (Subject to grant continuation); 2. Applicants must possess and maintain a current State Drivers License; 3. Climbing, walking, standing, bending, and occasionally long hours.

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Evaluator I – TEC Core

The evaluator performs program evaluation activities for public health chronic diseases programs including tobacco prevention and control programs, physical activity and nutrition programs, and other chronic disease programs for Tribes, tribal organizations, and urban Indian clinics in the Indian Health Service Oklahoma City Area (IHS-OCA) (Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas).

Design and develop data collection and program evaluation tools. Manage and upgrade current databases in use. Conduct routine analysis on program process and outcome data. Identify program improvement working closely with program staff. Provide training staff on different evaluation aspects. Draft written reports and presentations related to evaluation process and findings. Involve in design, evaluation, and reporting on program implementation in concern department.

Consult appropriate personnel as needed to facilitate ongoing process of program design, implementation, and revision. Prepare for and conduct meetings and presentations, effectively and professionally. Update computer-based learning content in Learning Management System. Perform activities complying with code of conduct and mission and value statements. Develop data collection protocol and instrumentation necessary to conduct in-depth studies. Conduct reviews of program-related documents, data files, published information and official reports. Provide evaluation-related technical assistance to grantees individually and in group through site visits, conferences, and seminars.

Works with CDC and other Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center (OKTEC) program staff collaboratively to identify and resolve evaluation-related problems and recommend appropriate solutions. Assists in development of grant applications and action plans for community program improvement.

Summary of Duties: Work involves planning, monitoring, and implementing evaluation plans. Writing reports for public health chronic disease programs. Ensures accurate and timely data collection to capture appropriate outcome and process measures of community intervention projects. Responsible for developing logic models, evaluation data collection tools, monitoring data, and updating on evaluation related analyses and findings. Works with CDC and other Oklahoma Area Tribal Epidemiology Center (OKTEC) program staff collaboratively to identify and resolve evaluation-related problems and recommend appropriate solutions. Assists in development of grant applications and action plans for community program improvement. Coordinates with internal and external partners. Works with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Minimum qualifications:

1-2 years experience preferred, but experience not required. Masters in Public Health, Evaluation, or closely related field.

Knowledge: Knowledge of evaluation tools and methods including SMART objectives, performance measures, indicators, and logic models. Knowledge of public health and health promotion principles. Must have computer skills and demonstrate proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, and usage of general office equipment. Adobe knowledge is desired.

Skills: Must have and able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; presentation skills; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through effective oral communication, written reports, and presentations. Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff at all levels of an organization, agencies, providers, and stakeholders. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in medical informatics and the use of data sets in epidemiological methods. Decision making and time management skills; excellent problem-solving skills; leadership and team building skills. Ability to prioritize multiple projects; self-motivation skills; work effectively under pressure. Ability to build positive work relationships with internal and external customers; ability to interact professionally with the public; maintain confidentiality.

Specialized Skills and Experience: The selected applicant should be able to demonstrate the ability to carry out the following specialized duties and activities: Skill in developing procedures to monitor and evaluate progress in achieving project objectives. Skill in conveying planning alternatives or recommendations to a variety of audiences. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in medical informatics and the use of data sets in epidemiological methods.

Competencies:

Teamwork, effective communication, planning and organizing work, initiative, and problem solving.

Travel: In and out of state travel may be required in the fulfillment of job requirements and training.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities, except when so doing would impose an undue hardship on the SPTHB.

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Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Closes May 16, 2023

Under the general direction of the Center for State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support (CSTLTS) Program Manager and the Program Coordinator, will provide a supportive role and attend trainings relevant for the 988 Tribal Response Project. Duties include, but are not limited to: attend training related to culturally appropriate crisis intervention,

suicide prevention, and follow-up best practices within Tribal communities. Provide crisis support response to Tribal citizens and act as a liaison with local crisis centers including hospital discharge planning and follow-up. Distribute program information to tribes, tribal organizations, state and local entities regarding 988 Tribal crisis response trainings and partnership opportunities. Assist the Program Coordinator with duties related to the PRSS role and fulfill activities that satisfy grant goals and objectives. Will be expected to work independently on tasks assigned, and work effectively with other staff and partners.

Qualifications

Skills: Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent problem-solving skills; ability to work in individual and group settings; self-motivation skills; work effectively under pressure; ability to build positive work relationships with internal and external partners; ability to interact professionally with the public and Tribal citizens, and maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from a variety of professional, education, and diverse backgrounds. Has lived experience with substance abuse/mental illness and is in recovery. Must be able to collaborate with tribes, tribal organizations, and crisis response centers. Must maintain PRSS certification by completing required continuing education requirements and attending additional training relevant to the position. Must be willing t5o learn, be flexible, and adapt to changes when necessary. Must be able to provide a supportive role for tribal citizens.

Knowledge: Knowledge of mental health and/or crisis support in preferred. Knowledge of HIPAA compliance is preferred, but not mandatory. Certified Peer Recovery Support is desirable.

Competencies: Teamwork, effective communication, planning and organizing work, initiative, problem solving, and maintaining constituent confidentiality.

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The SPTHB is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, view the EEO is the Law poster.