Job Description

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SHIFT: Full-time, M-F, 8A-5P

WAGE: $17.54

POSTED: 2/10/2023 - OUF

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of AWARE Project Coordinator/SCIT Community Project Manager, develop and implement daily operations of the Project AWARE program within the Shepherd or Mt. Pleasant school system and surrounding community as a member of the Project AWARE Team. All education staff must adhere to mandated reporting laws. This is a grant funded position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with other Project AWARE staff and public schools to coordinate strategic planning process.
• Work as a bridge between school staff, parents and health care providers to ensure adequate mental health services are provided to student’s in need, including assistance with insurance or Medicaid enrollment.
• Develop, organize and implement mental health trainings.
• Develop and implement meaningful, evidence-based community education on mental health.
• Develop and implement Project AWARE quarterly community events, meetings, local school board presentations and other relevant agency presentations in the community.
• Develop and establish MOU’s, policies and procedures with local mental health providers and youth serving organizations for delivery of effective mental health services.
• Develop and coordinate community resources and collaborative partnerships.
• Develop and coordinate community outreach campaigns, strategies and education.
• Develop processes for effective case file and documentation practices for implementation in schools.
• Develop and implement program promotion strategies inclusive of positive public relations and publication of program accomplishments.
• Complete collection and submission of all community data, inclusive of the development of data collection tools, according to Project AWARE required grant measures.
• Manage line item budget to stay within confines of approved grant budget.
• Ensure success of community programming on mental health issues.
• Serve as the teacher resource contact and Evaluator Point of Contact.
• Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, and establish networks with other service providers.
• Adhere to client confidentiality and comply with department policies and federal regulations under the Privacy rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Provide excellent customer service for all internal and external customers of the operations at all times. Provide solutions for customer concerns and continually focus on customer service as our top priority.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and present a positive, professional demeanor and image at all times.
• The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Contacts/Purpose of Contacts:

• Contact with tribal youth, adults, families, general public, social services, other agencies and providers deemed appropriate to accomplish effective services and treatment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of grants management.
• Knowledge of appropriate resources and referral agencies.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

• Skill in preparing, reviewing and analyzing operational and financial reports.
• Ability to interview and communicate illicit information and gain cooperation from clients.
• Ability to coordinate and plan programs and other educational and outreach activities.
• Ability to present educational programs in front of large and small groups and create educational materials.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to represent organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence in the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent use of hands, wrists, fingers associated with computer equipment.
• Required to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent walking and standing throughout the community to provide educational programming.
• Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Normal office environment, community and schools.
• Travel may be required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or Human Services related field.
• Experience in project management, communications and working with school systems and community collaborations and partnerships.
• Must be able to pass background check to meet the employment eligibility requirements as they pertain to the position.

License, Certification, or Special Requirements:

• Obtain HIPAA certification within five business days of hire.
• Must have a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with the proper designation required for the vehicle utilized to perform the job duties; must be able to obtain and maintain a Tribal Driver’s License and qualify for coverage by SCIT auto liability insurance carrier.
• Native American preference shall apply to all positions.