Director of Community Wellness
Apply NowCompany: U.S Government
Location: Detroit, MI 48228
Description:
Summary:
Since 1978, American Indian Health & Family Services (AIHFS) has been a nonprofit health and community wellness center whose mission is to empower and enhance the physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being of underserved populations in Southeast Michigan. This full time opportunity includes a Comprehensive Benefit Program, including: * 15 Paid holidays per year, plus paid bereavement and paid jury duty leave * Generous paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off * Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage (No employee premium contribution for single HMO coverage) * 403(b) Match Program * Agency paid Life Insurance * Educational Assistance Program
AIHFS is seeking a proven Director of Community Wellness to oversee agency health education and disease prevention programs, including, but not limited to maternal/child health, mental health/suicide prevention, nutrition/healthy foods access; youth group programming; and physical activity and substance abuse prevention in the Native American Community; assists in the coordination of Cultural/Traditional Services offered to the Native American Community. Works towards health equity through services, programs and partnerships that reduce health disparities and improve access.
More info about area:
https://aihfs.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Manages Community Wellness team and programs. Responsible for the coordination and direction of combined projects involving other departments addressing prevention activities. May also direct volunteers involved in program activities. * Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. * Monitor and maintain program budgets. Review monthly program related revenue, budget vs. actual reports. * Interacts with community to determine methods of promoting information concerning alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse (ATOD) education, and other health education/disease prevention and treatment programs. * Provides oversight for planning and coordinating cultural competency programs, parenting programs, healthy start, youth programs, health education, community and cultural events. * Consults with management and agency departments to facilitate client access to services and address issues concerning client access to care. * Collect, compile and submit data for entry to verify client contracts. Ensure outreach activity and each client contact is documented. * Prepares and submits reports as required by funding sources. Attends meetings and other functions as necessary, serves as a member of Leadership Team. * Assists in writing grants to support programming and services for department and agency. * Contributes to quarterly newsletter and other promotional material to inform community of events, activities and programs. * Lectures and participates in workshops, public interviews, community meetings, and other functions, as directed to promote acceptance and support of program. * Provide information and/or guidance regarding cultural practices and spirituality. Perform cultural/spiritual services as needed or requested. * Consult with elders, traditional persons, medicine men/women and healers concerning traditional practices and services. Maintain communication with traditional consultants for ongoing development of program.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience: * Master's degree and minimum of one year of related experience/training required. * Current CPR/Basic First Aid Certificate; or other credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with State/Grant regulations. * Must be able to demonstrate requirements during the interview process. * Must be self-directed. * Must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally. * Valid MI Chauffeur's license; other credential or licenses must be kept current and consistent with * applicable regulations. * Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. * Ability to promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle. * Ability to apply proficient understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. * Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Preferred Requirements: * Familiarity and/or experience working with the Native American community; respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of a diverse Native American community, as well as an ability to work with other racially, culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
Get Details & Apply:
https://aihfs.bamboohr.com/careers/68 Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Since 1978, American Indian Health & Family Services (AIHFS) has been a nonprofit health and community wellness center whose mission is to empower and enhance the physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being of underserved populations in Southeast Michigan. This full time opportunity includes a Comprehensive Benefit Program, including: * 15 Paid holidays per year, plus paid bereavement and paid jury duty leave * Generous paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off * Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage (No employee premium contribution for single HMO coverage) * 403(b) Match Program * Agency paid Life Insurance * Educational Assistance Program
AIHFS is seeking a proven Director of Community Wellness to oversee agency health education and disease prevention programs, including, but not limited to maternal/child health, mental health/suicide prevention, nutrition/healthy foods access; youth group programming; and physical activity and substance abuse prevention in the Native American Community; assists in the coordination of Cultural/Traditional Services offered to the Native American Community. Works towards health equity through services, programs and partnerships that reduce health disparities and improve access.
More info about area:
https://aihfs.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov
Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Manages Community Wellness team and programs. Responsible for the coordination and direction of combined projects involving other departments addressing prevention activities. May also direct volunteers involved in program activities. * Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. * Monitor and maintain program budgets. Review monthly program related revenue, budget vs. actual reports. * Interacts with community to determine methods of promoting information concerning alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse (ATOD) education, and other health education/disease prevention and treatment programs. * Provides oversight for planning and coordinating cultural competency programs, parenting programs, healthy start, youth programs, health education, community and cultural events. * Consults with management and agency departments to facilitate client access to services and address issues concerning client access to care. * Collect, compile and submit data for entry to verify client contracts. Ensure outreach activity and each client contact is documented. * Prepares and submits reports as required by funding sources. Attends meetings and other functions as necessary, serves as a member of Leadership Team. * Assists in writing grants to support programming and services for department and agency. * Contributes to quarterly newsletter and other promotional material to inform community of events, activities and programs. * Lectures and participates in workshops, public interviews, community meetings, and other functions, as directed to promote acceptance and support of program. * Provide information and/or guidance regarding cultural practices and spirituality. Perform cultural/spiritual services as needed or requested. * Consult with elders, traditional persons, medicine men/women and healers concerning traditional practices and services. Maintain communication with traditional consultants for ongoing development of program.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience: * Master's degree and minimum of one year of related experience/training required. * Current CPR/Basic First Aid Certificate; or other credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with State/Grant regulations. * Must be able to demonstrate requirements during the interview process. * Must be self-directed. * Must be able to maintain confidentiality, handle crisis and tolerate stress professionally. * Valid MI Chauffeur's license; other credential or licenses must be kept current and consistent with * applicable regulations. * Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends and overnight or extended travel as necessary. * Ability to promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle. * Ability to apply proficient understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. * Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Preferred Requirements: * Familiarity and/or experience working with the Native American community; respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of a diverse Native American community, as well as an ability to work with other racially, culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
Get Details & Apply:
https://aihfs.bamboohr.com/careers/68 Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov