Hours Per Week: 40

Job Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Summary/Objectives of Position

Under the supervision of the Department Manager, the Cultural Coordinator contributes to BAIHP’s Community Programs through prevention education, outreach, and mobilization. The Cultural Coordinator will facilitate workshops and trainings in the community on numerous issues that intersect with American Indian/Alaska Native (AIAN) historical trauma, disparities, and needs. Through effective outreach and engagement of the community, the Cultural Coordinator will also bring individuals and organizations into BAIHP’s mission of building healthy and safe communities. The Cultural Coordinator will mentor young leaders who will mobilize and organize in their communities to address and end violence in their communities. The Cultural Coordinator will work with various sectors and disciplines including schools and other community-based organizations.

Essential Duties, Functions & Responsibilities

• Educate community members on topics of Suicide Prevention, Substance Use Disorder, Domestic Violence, and Precolonial traditions within the community’s context.
• Adapt lesson plans based on community needs and priorities.
• Provides case management of clients as needed.
• Mentor/train youth leaders to become cooperative change agents amongst their peers and within their local communities, including project-based leadership activities for campaign months.
• Coordinate with Community Services team members for supportive services when disclosures of violence occur.
• Track the outcomes of prevention efforts through pre- and post-surveys and assist with internal and external reports on prevention efforts when needed.
• Intercommunicate between youth and BAIHP, especially when collaborating with youth on agency events and opportunities.
• Engage community members through BAIHP’s website and its other digital platforms including regular posts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• Represent BAIHP through network meetings, public forums, presentations, trainings, etc. as needed.
• Promote agency services and training.
• Provide general support to all staff, which may include responding to emergencies, providing hotline or site coverage, providing cultural translation, and maintaining a functioning office.
• Participate in program and organizational development and fundraising and attend staff and team meetings.
• Establish and host quarterly collaboration meetings with community partners.
• Perform cultural training and services for staff and clients as needed.
• Provides weekly Wellbriety support groups.
• Conducts service system assessments as needed.

Minimum Mandatory Qualifications:

Education:

• Requires High School diploma/GED.

Experience:

• Experience with the AIAN Community including lived experience.
• Knowledge of culturally relevant AIAN customs and traditions.
• Experience in developing lesson plans, facilitating workshops conducting community outreaches, and planning/coordinating events strongly preferred.
• Experience working in the alcohol and drug addictions field preferred.
• Demonstrates the ability to type 45 words per minute.
• Knowledge of EHR Systems preferred.
• Case Management experience preferred.

License/Certification:

• Valid CA driver's license.

Skills:

• Must possess broad competency Behavioral Health skills and knowledge and be able to effectively apply them in an outpatient setting.
• Must possess or be able to obtain specific regulatory knowledge as it pertains to Indian health from entities such as IHS, CRIHB, IHP, and the State of California.
• Must demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of data.
• Possess the ability to perform well in group problem-solving situations and use reason even when dealing with highly emotional topics.
• Willingness to learn new skills and participate in training sessions relevant to the position.

Communication Skills:

• Demonstrates proficiency in communication and writing skills.
• Language skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general and professional documents.
• Ability to write routine and correspondence.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to foster teamwork; train and direct the work of team members and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work productively and make independent decisions.

Technology:

• Familiar with electronic healthcare records systems.
• Proficiency with using computer-based applications (e.g. Microsoft Office) and clinical information management systems.

Benefits offered at BAIHP:

At BAIHP, we value our employees and strive to provide comprehensive benefits to support their well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Here's what we offer:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health, & Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Vacation Reward)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)