Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the Program Director/Manager, the Program Coordinator plans/coordinates & implements awareness, prevention & education activities related the prevention of substance use, and engages in wellness programing efforts. Interacts with service & treatment providers, engages in a multidisciplinary team effort, assists with all prevention program efforts to include Tribal Youth Prevention & Wellness Efforts, coordinates/participates/leads wellness circles, connects individuals to appropriate services and treatment providers.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Program Director/Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

NATURE OF WORK

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and implements Prevention & Wellness Program activities to meet the needs of individuals, the community and applicable grants.
• Coordinates program activities with other community service providers to improve service delivery system.
• Ensures confidential maintenance of all participant files.
• Plans all activities for the program component to ensure completion of program objectives.
• Coordinates Services with addiction and mental health providers.
• Assists in development of a comprehensive culturally based prevention program for all individuals pursuant to applicable grants.
• Assists with all prevention program efforts to include Tribal Youth Prevention & Wellness Efforts.
• Coordinates, participates and leads wellness circles for all ages.
• Connects individuals to appropriate services for addictions, medical assistance treatment providers, and mental health services.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by; conducting research; attending seminars; educational workshops; classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; and conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS and CERTIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and pueblo customs and traditions
• Knowledge of the functions and structure of Ohkay Owingeh
• Knowledge of administrative and project management
• Knowledge of records management procedures
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, mental health disorders, treatment and recovery
• Experience providing outreach & support
• Ability to serve as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator to recovering individuals in order to prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and teambuilding skills with empathy and enthusiasm
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines
• Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment
• Ability to identify and secure alternative funding of revenue sources
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything and continually seek improvement in results
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to prepare accurate, complete, and legible reports, create and present detailed, accurate, objective, and effective speeches and presentations
• Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, requirements, ordinances, and legislation
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint)
• Skill in training staff and parents on youth needs
• Skill in providing leadership to, supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff
• Certified in First Aid, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, Peer Support or ability to become certified.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, & EXPERIENCE:

• Current valid New Mexico’s Driver’s License
• Must successfully be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation
• Must be insurable through the Pueblos insurance carrier
• High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of experience in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

WORK ENVIROMENT:

Work is generally performed in the office but includes working outdoors and various settings dependent upon activity. Evening, weekend and/or holiday work will be required. Travel is required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations and other events.

The position description identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.   The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE

VETERAN PREFERENCE

SUBMIT APPLICATION AND RESUME TO

OHKAY OWINGEH HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

OR VIA EMAIL TO: humanresources@ohkay.org

When required of the position, attach a copy of high school /GED, college education, certification(s) or license(s).

Incomplete applications may delay or exclude consideration of your application.