Member Advisory Task Force (MATF)

To improve the SoonerCare Choice program by receiving input and feedback from members and their families.

• Provide information to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) regarding issues which are an important part of the members’ health care needs
• Educate the OHCA staff regarding the needs of consumers to assure services are received in a way preferred by the members
• Recommend potential changes to  current services and/or policies
• Offer new ideas for services/policies

• Is a current or recent SoonerCare Choice member, or a family member of a current or recent member
• Is available for participation in a majority of MATF Meetings
• Has the ability to speak not only regarding their personal issues, but also for other SoonerCare Choice members 
• Has the ability to review information and share the viewpoint of one who is receiving services via SoonerCare Choice
• Has respect for the viewpoints of others
• Has demonstrated the ability to communicate in a positive way as a partner, with a variety of individuals
• Has the ability to consider different opinions and support common ground

The Member Advisory Task Force is a project of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority in partnership with the Oklahoma Family Network, Oklahoma’s Family-to-Family Health Information Center. 

Recruitment

• Oklahoma Family Network (OFN) is responsible for member recruitment.
• Recruitment methods may include social media, emails, newsletters, flyers, referrals, and other outreach strategies to identify potential members.

Application Process

• Notification of vacant member positions will be shared as needed.
• Each candidate will be interviewed by OFN along with the Member Co-Chair and/or Member Vice Co-Chair.
• Selection will be based on the candidate’s application, interview, recommendation, and the needs of the committee, with an emphasis on policy alignment, diversity of experiences, and statewide representation.
• A proposed slate of members will be presented to the MATF Steering Committee for review and approval.
• Final selection of new members will be made by the OHCA CEO or their appointed Executive Staff representative.