Job Code: 21-1011 Salary: $15.02 - $38.65
Status: Full-time, Term – 7/30/2026, Non-exempt Location: Health Services
Department: A/CDP Prevention Reports To: Prevention Coordinator
Telecommute: No Fleet: Yes
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Prevention Coordinator the Community Coalition Coordinator will implement and ensure that the goals, objectives and evaluation of the Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment are accomplished. The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment creates healthy community for individuals, families and youth in Akwesasne by bringing community resources together to empower Akwesasne community and members to live healthy drug and alcohol-free lives by modeling a strong positive foundation for future generations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work within guidelines of the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Indian Health Services as well as Saint Regis Mohawk Tribes Alcoholism Chemical Dependency policies and procedures and objectives by performing the following duties:
- Increase knowledge of substance abuse and suicide prevention by providing presentations and/or distributing literature to schools and community.
- Work as part of the team to implement project activities and meet with project staff, coalitions and the stakeholders to carry out the goals and objectives of the grants and coalition projects.
- Work with the Prevention team to create a communication plan for youth and develop a social media campaign for health promotion, suicide and substance use prevention.
- Coordinate and implement monthly activities to provide to the community.
- Establish collaborative working relationships and coordinate service delivery with other agencies, including schools and institutes of higher learning.
- Facilitate focus groups and community talking circles/meetings when needed.
- Establish a working relationship with all youth and young adult serving agencies.
- Participate and facilitate grant activities, planning meetings, reporting and evaluation, including travel to grantee meetings.
- Implement and participate in community events
- In collaboration with the Prevention Coordinator facilitate the Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment to implement grant objectives of substance abuse and suicide prevention.
- Responsible for reporting, evaluation, and data entry and monitoring all coalition related data.
- Promote community wide awareness activities that coincide with various national/state awareness weeks/months.
- Create a communication plan for community and develop a social media campaign for health promotion, community events/activities, national campaigns, substance use prevention.
- Perform other duties as may arise.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisor requirements for this position,
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information and Personal Health Information within Health Services, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Obtain additional training/education in Behavioral Health.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Associate’s degree in Human Services, Sociology, Psychology or related field.
- Minimum of 1-year experience in the behavioral health field, preferred.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Strong oral and written communication skills required. Must have excellent computer skills including word, excel, and experience with varying databases. Computer testing in the applicable skills may be a requirement during the interview process. Openness in working with traditional/spiritual approaches regarding behavioral health issues. Ability to do presentations, connect with people and community stakeholders. Be motivated, caring and compassionate, be committed to efforts to reduce the impact and stigma of substance abuse and mental health issues. Familiarity with the Akwesasne Community an asset.
REASONING ABILITY: Maturity and ability to handle delicate role issues and to respond to crisis.
Must be at least 18 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.
The successful candidate must pass a test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check prior to employment
Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.
INTERVIEW
Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.
EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.