Community Outreach Liaison

South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency•Shelton, WA

13d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency’s (SPIPA) Health and Wellness Department is funded through a five-year cooperative agreement between SPIPA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to facilitate the Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (CCCP) and the Native Women’s Wellness Program (NWWP). The Community Outreach Liaison reports directly to the Health and Wellness Programs Manager and works closely and collaboratively with the CCCP and NWWP Coordinators. The Community Outreach Liaison will provide outreach and event planning services to support the programs goal in improving cancer prevention, early detection, and survivorship resources within the 5 Consortium Tribes. The position is located at the Intertribal Professional Center (IPC) on the Squaxin Island Reservation near Shelton, WA.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in relevant medical field, communications, or related field with three years of experience in patient navigation, health care/social service, public health outreach or similar responsibilities.
Consideration of a High School Diploma with five years’ experience in patient navigation, health care/social service, public health outreach or similar responsibilities.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel throughout SPIPA Consortium Tribal Sites and to attend other pertinent events as directed.
Must pass a background investigation including relevant criminal history, and a pre-employment drug test.
Valid driver’s license and proof of Driving Insurance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native American communities or similarly disadvantaged rural populations preferred.
Demonstrated experience planning and facilitating community events preferred.
Experience using Microsoft teams, Microsoft excel, and design software such as Canva preferred

Responsibilities

Work as a liaison between the Tribal community members and SPIPA staff, programs, and the five Tribal Health Clinics and communities.
Provide technical assistance and support to the staff at each of the five Tribal Health Clinics on increasing cancer screening rates and identifying women eligible to enroll in the NWWP.
Provide technical assistance and support to the staff at each of the five Tribal Health Clinics on cancer survivorship needs, resources, and support services.
Develop and recommend activities and strategies at each Tribal site to support and drive initiatives to increase cancer screening rates and reduce health disparities.
In coordination with the SPIPA Health and Wellness team, seek out and engage in Native American activities to improve overall health and wellness of the communities.
Act as a liaison to ensure culturally appropriate quality health and survivorship care for the SPIPA Tribal communities.
Provide one-on-one and group outreach to Tribal communities regarding cancer information, resources, and education.
Identify implementation challenges and roadblocks that require attention to better ensure program efficiency and efficacy.
Work closely with the program Coordinators to prepare and provide updated information monthly for SPIPA, the Tribal communities, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to include education materials, flyers, data tracking, and dissemination documents.
Other duties as assigned.
The Community Outreach Liaison, as an employee of the South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency, is expected to collaborate, engage, and work closely with all SPIPA programs to fully support the agency’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values in accordance with all agency directives.