Job Code: 21-1011
Salary: $15.63 - $38.65
Status: Term, 6/30/2028, Non-exempt
Location: SRMT Health Services
Department: A/CDP Prevention Program
Reports To: Prevention Coordinator
Telecommute: No
Fleet: Yes
Mandated Reporter: Yes
Background: PL101-630
SUMMARY: The Prevention Education Specialist is under the supervision of the Prevention Coordinator and is responsible to oversee the implementation of the Complete Youth Prevention Education Program (CYPEP) project to fidelity within the Salmon River Central School District:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Mandated Reporter: Must become a mandated reporter prior to having contact with children in a job-related capacity and maintain the status throughout employment. This includes completing any necessary training and adhering to all reporting obligations as defined by the applicable laws and tribal policies.
- Serve as the primary liaison to the grant agency
- Attend regular check-ins and project meetings
- Coordinate CYPEP programming across in the local schools
- Provide on-site support, coaching, and training for educators implementing:
- Incredible Years
- Second Step
- Positive Action
- Safety First
- Teen Intervene
- Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
- Facilitate training for school staff and prevention staff on the project
- Monitor program materials and supplies
- Coordinate and host site visits with funding agency to observe classroom implementation, provide support, and get school and provider feedback
- Organize and facilitate monthly parenting groups within the community
- Lead or support school-based committees related to CYPEP programming
- Track and submit data for required reporting, with support from the Prevention Program team
- Assist with other Prevention Program efforts, as needed
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 maintained within the office, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Must have a thorough understanding of the disease concept of alcoholism, and how the disease affects the family and Native American communities in general.
Education and/or Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in the field of Human Services, Education, or a related field.
- 1 year experience in the provision of alcoholism/chemical dependency, education, or related field, preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities: Strong listening, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required. Must have excellent computer skills. Knowledge of computers, preferred. Must be able to interact with all age groups, be sensitive to different developmental stages of youth, adapt to various work settings, and be able to work flexible hours. Work in a team-based setting.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet 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.
The successful candidate must pass a drug test and 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.