DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the position is to provide administrative support in the activities and services of the Community Health Representative (CHR) Program.  This position is locate in the CHR offices located in Okemah, Oklahoma. The Muscogee Nation Health System provides comprehensive health care services to Native Americans living within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation through the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Community Hospital (CNCH) and five (5) ambulatory health centers in Eufaula, Okemah, Okmulgee, Sapulpa and Coweta.  The Health System also maintains eight (8) Field Health operations consisting of the Behavioral Health Services (BHS); Contract Health Services (CHS); Vocational Rehabilitation Services; Community Health Representative (CHR); the Elderly Nutrition (ENP); and the Women’s, Infants and Children (WIC) Programs; the Tobacco Prevention Program (TPP); and the Diabetes Prevention Programs.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must meet the following requirements:

High School diploma or GED equivalency is required. One (1) year to (3) years of relevant experience. Incumbent must possess a valid Oklahoma State Driver's License be insurable and have a clean driving record. Maintenance of clean driving record and ability to be insured is required for continued employment.

EVALUATION METHODS: Applicants who meet the requirements described above will be evaluated to determine the extent to which they possess or have the potential to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics, (KSAP's) required of this position. Applicants should address the following KSAP's on a separate attachment to their application.

1.       Knowledge in support services, scheduling transports, answer and direct all calls, timekeeping, communications, planning, and contracting in a health-related field.

2.       Ability to utilize a personal computer and its applications in a Windows environment.

3.       Knowledge of Government travel and transportation regulations governing the use of GSA vehicles and associated travel.

4.       Skills in basic office and secretarial work, including filing, and organizing work.

5.       Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with clients and their families, Muscogee Nation Health System Staff and the general public both orally and in writing.

6.       Ability to handle situations on a daily basis that may be difficult in nature and may require the use of very effective problem solving skills.

7.       Ability to work efficiently in an ever changing environment. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit a current Health System employment application form or resume, (a transfer request form for current employees). The KSAP’s as outlined in the Evaluation Methods section should be addressed, but are not required. All application materials are to be submitted to the attention of the Staffing Coordinator.  For further information call Personnel Services at (918) 756-4333 Ext. 271.   The Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, however, Indian Preference will be applied.