Cultural Services Provider

Native American Connections; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Native American Connections, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Cultural Services Provider to deliver Native traditional healing and cultural services to NAC participants. You will collaborate with clinical staff, lead groups and ceremonies such as Sweat Lodge and Talking Circle, and mentor others in traditional practices.

A high school diploma is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. This full-time clerical role supports wellness programs and culturally grounded treatment planning in a Native

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Recognized by an Indian Community or Tribe as a cultural leader.
• Two (2) years’ experience providing Native American cultural services or instruction in a behavioral health or health care setting.
• CPR/First Aid Certificate within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Works with clinical staff and Traditional Consultants/Practitioners to provide integrated, culturally grounded services to NAC clients.
• Provides groups and education opportunities to enhance substance abuse recovery through Native American cultural healing practices; i.e. White Bison and other curriculums.
• Provides Sweat Lodge and Talking Circle ceremonies as scheduled at NAC locations.
• Mentors and certifies others in traditional healing practices.
• Assist with the overall wellness program, including the planning and implementation of groups, and development of weekly schedule.
• Consults with clinical staff weekly to include cultural issues in the treatment planning process.
• Documents cultural services in the clinical record.
• Conducts and records any individualized cultural services provided to clients.
• Participates in case staffing, as a member of the treatment planning team.
• Participates in the Cultural Committee monthly.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Understanding of Native American vibr/

Cultural sensitivity

Group facilitation

Behavioral health documentation

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Cultural Services Provider

Behavioral Health/Patina Mount Pres Full Time Clerical Behavioral Health/Patina Mount Pres, Phoenix, AZ, US

Salary Range: $22.12 To $24.52 Hourly

MISSION :

Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high-quality, comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cultural Provider will provide Native traditional healing and cultural services to individuals and families enrolled in NAC programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with clinical staff and Traditional Consultants/Practitioners to provide integrated, culturally grounded services to NAC clients.
• Provides groups and education opportunities to enhance substance abuse recovery through Native American cultural healing practices; i.e. White Bison and other curriculums.
• Provides Sweat Lodge and Talking Circle ceremonies as scheduled at NAC locations.
• Mentors and certifies others in traditional healing practices.
• Assist with the overall wellness program, including the planning and implementation of groups, and development of weekly schedule.
• Consults with clinical staff weekly to include cultural issues in the treatment planning process.
• Documents cultural services in the clinical record.
• Conducts and records any individualized cultural services provided to clients.
• Participates in case staffing, as a member of the treatment planning team.
• Participates in the Cultural Committee monthly.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATIONAL/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Recognized by an Indian Community or Tribe as a cultural leader
• Two (2) years’ experience providing Native American cultural services or instruction in a behavioral health or health care setting.
• CPR/First Aid Certificate within 90 days of hire

SKILLS REQUIREMENT:

• Understanding of diverse Native American spiritual and cultural practices
• Basic understanding of substance abuse treatment and recovery issues
• Knowledge of group facilitation & behavioral health documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem- solving and organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to work well with others in a team approach.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to sit, stand and walk with/ without accommodation.

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE :

Preference may be given to qualified Native American Indians according to the Indian Preference Hiring Act, CFR 25 USC 472. Other than Indian Preference, Native American Connections, Inc. adheres to all provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:

Native American Connections is a drug-free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employees' judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT :

This position is considered to be Non-Exempt and entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.