Traditional Practitioner

Axiomcareofaz; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with up to 3.5% match

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Reimbursement for CMEs

Free criminal record clearance for eligible staff

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary benefits including life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Axiomcareofaz in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Traditional Practitioner responsible for providing Cultural and Traditional services to promote Diné principles. The role requires knowledge of Navajo traditions, healing ceremonies, and ability to communicate in Navajo and English. Responsibilities include supporting residents, conducting traditional ceremonies, and coordinating with the clinical team. A full-time, exempt position with a focus on compassionate service to enhance wellness in a residential setting. Competitive benefits offered.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with adjusting to residential program and prevent unplanned discharges.
• Take a trauma-informed care approach.
• Educate and recommend prayer ceremonies for traditional healing.
• Coordinate with clinical team for residents’ care.
• Provide information on Iiná relating to health and spirituality.
• Refer residents to other Traditional Practitioners as needed.
• Prepare traditional practice and work with residents on ceremonies.
• Support residents and family during traditional prayers and ceremonies.
• Participate in program meetings and training for traditional practices.
• Complete accurate documentation on the date of service.
• Promote inclusion through Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Service Standards.

Skills

Knowledge of Navajo Traditional healing ceremonies

Exceptional knowledge of Diné traditions, culture, philosophies and language

Knowledge of Peacemaking Ceremony Process

Knowledge of the 12-Step approach to substance use counseling

Skill in conducting and preparing traditional healing ceremonies and prayers

Maintain the history and symbolism of Navajo traditions

Ability to communicate in both Navajo and English languages

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Five years experience as a traditional healing practitioner

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Traditional Practitioner position is responsible for providing Cultural and Traditional services to promote basic Diné principles such as respect, relationships, reverence and responsibility.

Full Time - Exempt

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (Hours may vary based on days/times needs of the sensitive services)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists residents with adjusting to residential program and prevent unplanned discharges.
• Take a trauma-informed care approach.
• Educate and/or recommend prayer ceremonies to ensure traditional healing and wellness of residents in services.
• Coordinates with clinical and interdisciplinary team in support of residents’ care such as treatment goals, progress and referrals.
• Provide information on Iiná (life teachings) with regard to health, healing, spirituality and family wellness.
• Provides advisement on traditional teachings, types of ceremonies and treatment.
• Responsible to refer resident to other Traditional Practitioners to perform protection prayer blessing ceremony as appropriate.
• Responsible for the preparation of the traditional practice and work with the resident (and family) on the description of the ceremony.
• Work with the clinical team and family to ensure support and involvement of the family.
• Responsible for accompanying and providing support to the resident and family at the traditional prayer and/or ceremony.
• Attends and participates in program interdisciplinary meetings and oversight in support of the milieu and individual residents.
• Attends training, workshops, and conferences to enhance knowledge in traditional practices and teachings.
• Complete accurate documentation on the same day as the date of service.
• Promotes inclusion through Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Service Standards (CLAS)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who is Axiom Care?

Founded in 2012, Axiom Care is a Phoenix-based behavioral health organization that aims to ensure every Arizonan has access to compassionate, effective substance use treatment. With facilities in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, we offer comprehensive services including 24/7 observation, inpatient detoxification, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and recovery housing with a focus on underserved populations.

Beyond our full-continuum community programs, we proudly operate specialty programs for the justice-involved (in partnership with ADCRR), for members of the Navajo Nation (in partnership with the Navajo Department of Health), and for Veterans (McCain Veteran Center).

What we offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% match
• Paid time off (PTO), paid sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Reimbursement for CMEs
• Free criminal record clearance for eligible justice-impacted staff through a partnership with Rasa Legal
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits including group term life, voluntary term life, AD&D, short term disability, and accident coverage

Navajo Nation Preference

Preference is given to qualified Navajo Nation and/or Native American Applicants in accordance with the Title 15 N.N.C. Chapter 7.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Navajo Traditional healing ceremonies.
• Exceptional knowledge of Diné traditions, culture, philosophies and language.
• Knowledge of Peacemaking Ceremony Process
• Knowledge of the 12-Step approach to substance use counseling.
• Skill in conducting and preparing traditional healing ceremonies and prayers.
• Maintain the history and symbolism of Navajo traditions.
• Ability to communicate in both Navajo and English languages.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) year experience as a traditional healing practitioner.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The employee must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions