Careers

Description:

BOLD & NTEP Program Excellence and Success

• Serves as the primary contact for NTEP/BOLD Network inquiries and communication (promotional material requests, training & presentation requests, etc.)

• Provides BOLD and NTEP program direction and support in alignment with NPAIHB Strategic Plan

• Directs the delivery of the Chronic Disease Prevention projects which improve the quality of life for tribal Elders and older adults living with dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and traumatic brain injuries for both the Clinical Division and for other NPAIHB programs (including the THRIVE, TOR, TCHPP, ECHO, Cancer, and Tobacco programs), as well as the CDC, IHS ETHICS II, IHS CHAP, and SAMSHA grants, along with future projects and services

• Participates in (and leads, where appropriate) all NPAIHB Chronic Disease Prevention projects related grant meetings and program discussions

• Leads the accomplishment of the BOLD and NTEP program goals in collaboration with NPAIHB staff, Tribal partners, and consultants, including:

o   Reducing the risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD)

o   Improving the integration of caregivers into processes and systems

o   Increasing awareness and understanding of ADRD topics among both the general public and by furthering professional development of providers

• Plans, coordinates, and implements the dissemination of information about ADRD risk reduction, early diagnosis, management, and the role of caregiving by scheduling and coordinating trainings on ADRD primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention to tribal communities and tribal health care providers and healthcare systems.

• Facilitates and provides staff support to the Elders Committee meeting during the Quarterly NPAIHB Board of Directors Meeting (QBM)

• Coordinates, prepares and assists NW Tribal Elder program staff with planning meetings, trainings, conferences and workshops

• Conducts long-term and short-term research (including surveys, feasibility studies, and research studies) to guide Chronic Disease Prevention projects development, improvement of services, and expansion of Tribally based best practices for NW Tribes

• Updates BOLD and NTEP program priorities throughout the year, as directed by Northwest Tribes, the NPAIHB Elders Committee, and through the NPAIHB Strategic Planning process and/or annual federal and state policy priorities

• Works closely with supervisor and other NPAIHB leadership staff to support the identification of Northwest, federal, and state policy priorities related to Chronic Disease Prevention projects

• Prepare NTEP/BOLD training materials (including PowerPoint presentations, announcements, manuals, handouts, etc.) and present at tribal and urban site visits and at regional & national trainings

NPAIHB Project Director Functions

• Provides general support to during the QBM as advised

• Represents projects and NPAIHB at regional and national meetings and conferences

• Creates and implements capacity building and quality improvement strategies based on the needs and priorities of Northwest Tribes

• Oversees sustainability initiative for funding sources, including writing grants, finding funds, managing overall programmatic budgets every fiscal year, and modifying budgets as appropriate

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises one (1) project staff member (the BOLD Project Coordinator), including assisting with hiring, preparing performance evaluations, reviewing work plans, and assigning and reviewing new projects

• Prepares and manages contracts and workload with outside consultants

• Evaluates and coaches the performance and expectations of all staff and contractors, including identifying and coordinating training and professional development needs

• Ensures that staff and contractors are following organizational policies, procedures, and directives, and requirements of NPAIHB partnering agencies and other relevant parties

• Completes staff performance evaluations within 30 days of employee’s anniversary date, and within 30 days of the completion of employee’s six-month probationary period (as applicable)

• Works in collaboration with Executive Director and Human Resources on staff disciplinary procedures as outlined in the Program Operations Manual

Administrative and Reporting Functions

• Manages the preparation and submission of all required project reports within the BOLD program

• Drafts and reviews project-related external contracts

• Engages staff in the collection of pertinent data to meet reporting requirements

• Administers budget expenditures through partnership with staff to ensure projects remain on budget and in compliance with the funding requirements of granting agencies

• Maintains well-organized filing systems for all the BOLD program related required documentation and supporting records (both electronic and hard copy) in compliance with both NPAIHB and funding agency requirements, including securely archiving files as appropriate

• Prepares activity reports for NPAIHB Delegates (for Quarterly and ad hoc Board Meetings), the clinical division director, eMar, and funding agencies

• Submits a Monthly Activity Report (MAR) to the Division Director of Clinical Support Servies at the end of each month, and any additional reports required to track project activities as needed

Skills/Eligibility:

Education

Minimum education required*:

·       Bachelors degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field

·       *A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in program management, grant management, or tribal relations may serve as an acceptable substitute

Additional education preferred:

·       Master’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration or related field

Experience

Minimum experience required:

·       At least 5 years of professional experience working with Tribes, Tribal organizations, Tribal communities, or Tribal health clinics

·       At least 5 years of professional experience working in public health, tribal health, or tribal relations

·       Direct experience as a mentor, and orientation toward mentorship

·       Preparing written reports

Additional experience preferred:

·       Direct experience working with Northwest Tribes

·       Experience in the planning, organization, implementation, and follow-up of public health-related coalitions

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·       Demonstrated knowledge, discretion, tact, judgment, and overall ability in working effectively with federal, Tribal, and other professionals, and facilitating participation and partnership in the activities of the BOLD Program within the Clinical Division of the NPAIHB

·       Knowledge of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, Indian Health Care Improvement Act, and other relevant background that serves addressing health disparities in Tribal communities

·       Proficiency with computer applications (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite programs)

·       Strong technical writing skills, including good spelling and grammatical skills, and the ability to produce polished writing under a deadline

·       Excellent research and analysis skills

·       Excellent interpersonal skills

·       Must be sensitive to cross-cultural differences, and able to work effectively within their context

·       Ability to work with minimal supervision, exercise initiative, and make independent decisions and recommendations

·       Ability to make professional oral presentations in settings at the national, regional, and community levels, as well as in Tribal settings

·       Ability to complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner

·       Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 15% of the time)