Tribal Practices Coordinator at INDIAN HEALTH COUNCIL INC

Description

Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you.

About Us
• Patient-Centered Care: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, Social Services
• Research focused: Community Based Participatory grant-funded research programs; we are a Native American Research Center of Health (NARCH).
• Accredited as an ambulatory health care center by AAAHC

Our Philosophy
At IHC, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to achieve their healthcare goals. We strive to treat the whole person using a multifaceted approach to include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and wellbeing.

Our Benefits
PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contribution; company-paid life and disability insurance; malpractice coverage for providers; 403B retirement with company matching; generous PTO and Sick time; 14 paid holidays; paid jury service; and paid bereavement leave; reimbursement for professional license(s), and certifications such as CPR and continuing education units. Our facility also qualifies as a high-need area for provider CA State and Federal Loan Repayment Programs.

Job Title: Tribal Practices Coordinator 

Reports To: COIPP Program Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Regular, Part-Time

Schedule: 20 Hours/Week, Monday and Tuesday 8am-4:30pm, Wednesday 8am-12pm (some weekends/evening as needed)

Location: Onsite

SUMMARY:

As part of the Health Promotion Services Department the Tribal Practices Coordinator (TPC), will ensure all grant activities are designed and implemented with cultural accuracy and respect. Responsibilities will include collaboration with consortium tribes, tribal worksites, and other tribal entities. The TPC will be encouraged to share resources and information and increase health and wellness through cultural practice. This position will work with collaborators to identify cultural leaders/facilitators who are qualified to facilitate traditional activities; conduct historical research, as well as community outreach and marketing activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job position. Duties and responsibilities may change (be assigned or removed) at any time with or without notice.

1. Assist and support all COIPP activities including design and implement appropriately.

2. Implement community activities and events working with community members and partners that teach, build upon, celebrate and strengthen cultural and traditional practices and teachings.

3. Develop health education language activities that promote and connect community health and Native language.

4. Establish and/or strengthen sustainable programs the promote traditions and provides those opportunities to tribal community members.

5. In collaboration with the grant team, enhance, strengthen and increase opportunities and support for traditional values and wellness

6. Maintain records and progress notes, document processes and activities related to cultural advocacy and inter-tribal communication.

7. Meet regularly to gain and share input and update the Program Manager on progress and ways to bring community to use clinic services.

8. Coordinate the development, revision and implementation of traditional education programs, materials and resources within job scope.

9. Initiate, implement and evaluate the program through the Continuous Quality Improvement process.

10. Represents IHC at events as assigned by Department Director or Program Manager.

11. Position may be re-assigned during activation of EOP.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

TRAVEL & DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

· Travel is not required for this position.

· Driving is required for this position.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Two years related tribal experience, community experience, and/or training.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Experience working with Tribal communities.

· Knowledgeable of Southern California Tribes.

· Knowledge of consortium community and resources as it relates to position.

· Ability to interpret and translate grant goals and objectives into effective services for the community.

· Ability to work effectively with team members.

· Ability to identify problems, use good judgment and recommend solutions.

· Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities.

· Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

· Possess excellent public speaking skills.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, MEMBERSHIPS AND REGULATIONS

· A valid California driver’s license and a good driving record will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

· Current CPR certification or attainment within 6 months of hire.

· Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test that includes marijuana.

· Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.

· Must pass a criminal background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

· Indoor office environment and attend events in the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

1. Respond promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees.

2. Maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff, patients, and the public.

3. Be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department/organizational goals and objectives.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT

1. Display knowledge of normal signs of human development and ability to assess and provide age-appropriate care.

2. Contribute to the success of the organization by participating in quality improvement activities.

SAFETY

1. Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.

2. Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.

3. Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment.

4. Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols.

HIPAA/COMPLIANCE

1. Maintain privacy of all patient, employee, and volunteer information. Access such information only on a need-to-know basis and for business purposes only.

2. Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations.

3. Report unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.

Indian Preference shall be given in accordance with IHC’s Policies and Procedures

Qualifications