Choosing Childbirth Intern

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This position increases the state’s ability to respond to legislation for the Choosing Childbirth Act by identifying needs at the state and community level that impact providing services, education and resources to pregnant women or women who believe they may become pregnant to make informed decisions regarding the choice of adoption or parenting with respect to their children and to maximize their potential thereafter, up to age three.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in health science, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Public Relations, Data and Research, Public Health, and Health Promotion.
• Knowledge is required of current trends, best practices in early childhood and maternal health; of state/federal regulations, policies, and procedures; and of relevant technology, applying software tools in virtual meetings, cloud-based systems, managing grants, and developing online reports.
• Skills required include auditing, planning, and organizational skills with attention to detail; strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills; time management skills; analytical, and problem-solving.
• Ability is required to apply a proactive approach and work independently while consistently meeting deadlines; function collaboratively as a team player with people of varied backgrounds, along with a range of other agencies, to deliver quality programs and services; prioritize tasks and delegate where necessary; function well in a high-paced environment; display conscientious commitment and willingness to provide courteous, consistent, and efficient customer service through the performance of the prescribed job duties; analyze grant proposals and manage budgets in accordance with applicable rules, guidelines, and laws.
• Must be willing to complete all travel associated with this internship.

Responsibilities

• Observed the collection and cleaning of data
• Review of state and national data resources
• Brainstorm and review creative visual aids, such as charts, graphs, animations, slideshows, and other presentation formats
• Observe and map collaboration with partners, resources, researchers, and other related participants in the Choosing Childbirth Grant
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate dashboard and visualization solutions utilizing new technology
• Support the synchronization of project outlines, scope of work, and grant programming utilizing administrative skills
• Being present in the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned
• 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 a team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees