Truancy Facilitator/Mentor

Mille Lacs Band; Minnesota; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Education Department seeks a Facilitator/Mentor to implement guidance, mentorship, teaching, encouragement, and feedback as set forth by a Cultural Advisor.

Requires 3–5 years in Ojibwe Culture and education programs; preferred involvement in Anishinaabe traditional teachings. Remote work is allowed; hours may vary to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience in Ojibwe Culture and education program required.
• Proficient Ojibwe Culture and participation in Anishinaabe traditional teachings preferred.
• Experience working with different education agencies.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality; professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Participate in or conduct student support processes with public school partners.
• Coordinate student services with truancy stakeholders.
• Collaborate on philosophy and mission of the program.
• Evaluate progress and present observations to school staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Cultural knowledge

Job description

JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Education
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Education
SALARY RANGE: $47,900 to $71,900

Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment.
Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies

SUMMARY

The Facilitator/Mentor is responsible to implement the guidance, mentorship, teaching, encouragement, and feedback as set forth by a recognized Cultural Advisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in Ojibwe Culture and education program required.
• Preferred proficient Ojibwe Culture, and active participant in Anishinaabe traditional teachings.
• Experience working with different education agencies.
• Willingness to maintain a high level of competence, exercise discreet judgment and honor confidentiality.
• Understands the relationship of the culture to the Millie Lacs Community and values and supports the mission of both.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
• Project an image of professionalism and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work with the diverse constituencies of Indian communities.
• Must have driver’s license and be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance Policy.
• Must have current driver’s license.
• Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• At critical times, Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and may include evenings and weekends.
• This position is grant funded and is dependent upon the continued funding of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe’s DOJ CTAS Area 9 Youth & Academic grant program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in or conduct a variety of student support processes with our public school partners.
• Coordinate student services with all truancy stakeholders.
• Collaborate with others in the development and implementation of the philosophy and mission of the program.
• Evaluate case plan progress, develop and implement plan modifications as appropriate. Collect, organize, and present professional observations to other school support employees and potentially mental health staff.
• Consult with parents, other caregivers, and other Band personnel in dealing with client’s behavioral, emotional, living, and health issues.
• Develop aftercare and follow-up plans that support the students education plan.
• Prepare records and progress summaries for all students.
• Make home or agency meeting visits as necessary.
• Assist in development and delivery of education programs for the community.
• Provide crisis evaluation and intervention as needed.
• Assist principals in truancy issues and coordinate with schools, OSG, Family Services to best encourage attendance.
• Provide cultural referrals for student to assist with building a strong sense of self.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Nature of work is such those incumbent experiences regular periods of moderate to high stress levels in dealing with client issues.
• Work is primarily in doors in a controlled climate area.
• Some threat of personal danger or risk.
• Hours are typically 8-5, but extra hours may be necessary to meet deadlines and maintain workload. Some evening or weekend work may be required.
• Remote work capabilities required. Must follow Remote Work protocol.
• Local travel is required.