Traditional Cultural Specialist

Southcentral Foundation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 75,446,000 - 100,565,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Traditional Culture Specialist to develop, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate cultural programs rooted in Alaska Native and American Indian values. The role focuses on language, arts, crafts, storytelling and dance within a holistic wellness framework.

Qualified candidates will hold a related bachelor’s degree and have two years of curriculum development experience; BLS certification is required and ACLS/NRP/ATLS/ALSOs as needed for specialty

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, or related discipline; OR equivalent combination of academic training and work experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience in education curriculum development and delivery specifically in Alaska Native and American Indian cultures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO, and PALS as required for specialty and any certification relating to the scope of practice as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate cultural programs and activities for the community and customer-owners.
• Approach program planning with Alaska Native and American Indian cultural values to support holistic wellness.
• Collaborate with departments and partners to implement educational curricula and events.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, or related discipline; OR equivalent combination of academic training and work experience

Job description

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Yagheli Shesh Qenq a ANPC
Anchorage, AK 99508, USA

Description

Traditional Cultural Specialist

Hiring Range: $26.33 to $35.10

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Traditional Culture Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating cultural programs and activities (i.e., traditional language, arts, crafts, storytelling, and dance) for the community and customer-owners from a holistic approach rooted in Alaska Native and American Indian traditional values and beliefs.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, or related discipline; OR equivalent combination of academic training and work experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience in education curriculum development and delivery specifically in Alaskan Native and American Indian cultures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO, and PALS as required for specialty and any certification relating to the scope of practice as required.

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment:

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BCU Approval

ICPA Approval

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