About this opportunity
Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria lists this Community Services Coordinator opportunity in chico, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Community Services Coordinator (CSC)
You will be responsible for providing culturally appropriate support and services to Tribal members to support holistic wellness. The CSC facilitates the integration of Western and traditional forms of healthcare and wellness through a network of support with other care providers. The CSC implements wellness programs and services tailored to Mechoopda Tribal members including but not limited to the Tribe's food pantry and gift card programs. This position is committed to removing barriers to care by identifying critical resources for patients and promoting patient health incorporating both modern and traditional methods for healing.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Promote wellness and balance of mind, body, and spirit by increasing access to care and incorporating culturally respectful and appropriate practices
Establish and maintain relationships with, and serve as the Tribal point of contact for, health and wellness services outside of existing service providers (Northern Valley Indian Health, Enloe Medical, etc.)
Establish and monitor compliance with program policies, procedures, goals, and objectives
Develop and implement education and promotion of health and wellness initiatives throughout the year
Collaborate with Tribal staff and external partners to develop holistic wellness programming
Work with the Grant Manager, to develop and administer grants and/or contract with staff, federal, state and private agencies
Stock and maintain Tribe's Food Pantry
Prepare and submit quarterly and annual program reports
Monitor assigned budgets and make recommendations as needed
Attend and participate in meetings, conferences, and training with state, federal, local, tribal, community-based, and private agencies as requested or approved by Community Services Director
Meet with community members to answer questions and listen to community concerns as necessary and requested by the Community Services Director
Identify additional sources of funding to further develop programming and assist with the submission of proposals
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through a completed bachelor's degree program (or its equivalent) in healthcare or a related field, combined with two years of related work experience:
Understanding of wellness, aging, and other health-related issues
Demonstrated respect for and awareness of Native American customs, traditions, and socioeconomic needs
Organized and detail-oriented
Ability to identify critical resources and remove barriers for Tribal Members to get the care they need
Possess cross-cultural skills to accommodate other Tribal Members
Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with essential job functions and perform with a high degree of autonomy, organization, and adaptability
Demonstrated evidence of maturity, dependability, judgment and empathy
Ability to maintain high level of privacy and confidentiality of individuals and families
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and community
Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team in a diverse workplace with people of varying cultures and backgrounds
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports to meet regulatory compliance
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and ability to clearly communicate orally and in writing
Must possess the ability to operate general office equipment, including but not limited to: telephone, computer and operating systems, computer software programs (Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs), fax/copier machine.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed
Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate Tribal members utilizing Wellness Gym
Worksite address
chico, CA, 95976, US
Who can apply
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