Traditional Healer

Kenaitze Indian Tribe; Kenai (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenaitze Indian Tribe is seeking a Traditional Healer to promote holistic healing practices within their Wellness Department. This role involves providing healing services, coordinating cultural strategies, and working closely with clients and care teams to integrate traditional healing methods into overall wellness plans. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of local practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of local traditional plants.
• Healing Hands training preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFT, Part 2 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic healing for un'ina in individual or group settings.
• Coordinate learning opportunities for traditional healing integration.
• Serve as a member of the integrated care team.

Skills

Knowledge of traditional healing practices

Excellent oral presentation skills

Strong written communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Traditional Healer

Department: Wellness

Program: Traditional Healing

Reports to: Wellness Director

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Exempt

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

Responsible to assist in promoting holistic (mind, body and spirit) healing for un'ina (customers) in individual or group settings. Through traditional and contemporary training and experience, develop and implement culturally relevant strategies appropriate to the perceived needs of the un'ina. Responsible for coordinating and providing learning opportunities for traditional healing integration for services provided and promote the mission of Kahtnut'ana and indigenous ways of restoring balance within the context of self, culture, and community.

Essential Functions

• Provide healing hands; talking circles; prayer and blessing; song and dance; education on cleansing, purification and centering
• Serve as a member of the integrated care team to evaluate wellness needs and/or traditional treatment services of un'ina
• Provide culturally relevant consultations to un'ina and care teams
• Provide un'ina education regarding the relationship of the treatment plan to the client's traditional cultural practices and beliefs
• Excellent oral presentation skills and strong written communication skills
• Effectively utilize electronic medical record to document traditional healing care plan
• Participate in traditional plant harvesting, preserving and educational plant and foods workshops

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure to Fumes
• Exposure to Dust
• Exposure to Extreme Temperatures
• Wet
• Noise
• Vibration
• Mists or Gases
• Mechanical Hazards
• Chemical Hazards
• Radiant Energy Hazards
• Burn Hazards
• Other

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Computer, scanner, copier and other office equipment

List Tools:

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: N/A

Travel

• Local
• In-State

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Experience

• Extensive knowledge of local traditional plants
• Advanced knowledge of culture and traditional practices of Alaska Native people
• Healing Hands training preferred

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

License/Certification

• CPR and AED certification
• State of Alaska Food Worker Card
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy

Special Skills

• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFT, Part 2 regulations
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.