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Southern Ute Tribe Suicide & Substance Use Prevention Coordinator in Ignacio, Colorado
POSITION SUMMARY: Incumbent is responsible for the coordination of suicide and substance use prevention programming. Incumbent will work in close coordination with the Behavioral Health staff and Manager to complete community needs assessments and administer the program in accordance with associated Grant requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides day-to-day oversight and coordination of all components of suicide and substance use prevention programming and the provision on services.
2. Provides educational outreach and group facilitation for services to youth up to age 24 and their families.
3. Works with the Clinic's provider staff to coordinate the integration of behavioral health services into the primary care setting and assists in the referral of patients to other appropriate mental health resources when needed.
4. Develops, implements, interprets, and follows program policies that serves the needs of the Southern Ute Tribe and patients of the Southern Ute Health Center
5. Responsible for implementing the program goals and objectives, coordinating evaluation activities, coordinating assigned grants and contract requirements, and completing progress reports and other written reports as necessary for successful implementation of the program.
6. Performs all program operations within budget limitations and complies with procurement requirements and guidelines for all expenditures.
7. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other public agencies, Tribal programs and services, including Tribal Social Services and the Tribal court system.
8. Prepares and maintains all case notes, referrals, consultations, evaluations, and other State, Federal or Tribal forms as required.
9. Prepares monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports as required by supervisor and any associated grant requirements.
10. Participates in the Clinic's quality program by providing appropriate data and participation in all quality programs and functions.
11. Conducts home visits as appropriate to provide follow-up and/or support for clients and their families.
12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a BA/BS in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
Must have experience in program development and administration of budgets.
Must have experience effectively handling crisis intervention situations.
Must have experience with grants and contracts through the federal government or other agencies.
Must have general knowledge of available resources and organizations affiliated with behavioral health services.
Must have computer experience in software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Must have a valid driver's license for state of residency and be insurable under the Tribal Vehicle Insurance Policy.
Must pass a thorough criminal history background check including fingerprint check and pre-employment drug test.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with Native American Indian Tribes.
Experience in mental health and substance use prevention programs.
Experience working with youth up to age 24.
TERO preference.