Project Manager/Outreach Worker- Grant

Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System•Winnebago, NE

18h

About The Position

The incumbent will serve a dual role, as the CTAS Grant Project Manager/Recovery Support Worker. As the Project Manager will be responsible for management of the CTAS Grant PA#3, working closely with the AIHRC Program Administrator/Clinical Supervisor. The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating structured community outreach activities which meets the goals, objectives and intents of the AIHRC and CTAS Grant Project. Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities of the Project Manager: Coordination of the project activities with AIHRC staff. Organize and Conducts planning meetings as necessary with collaborative partners. Identify action and strategies to complete the activities of the timeline. Review and analyze assessment information after each activity to monitor progress. Provides on-going communication with the AIHRC staff and partners. Will be responsible for data collected and analysis and reporting. Develops and maintains new and existing organization relationships. Attend trainings/webinars/conference calls concerning project as necessary. Manages project budget and fiscal responsibilities per Tribal and federal regulations. Complete and submit all required grant reports by due dates. Submits monthly report to the AIHRC Director on progress of the grant. Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of the funding sources. Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities of the Recovery Outreach Worker: Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values Become knowledgeable of the AIHRC program organization, philosophy, functions, policies and procedures, mandated by State/Federal Regulations. Work closely with AIHRC administrator to support program goals. Assist in coordination of recruiting substance abuse clients to participate program. Initiate detoxification referrals, providing transportation to emergency care for detoxification services and follow up. Organize and implement a community outreach activity providing community awareness and outreach activities designed to inform local schools about opioid issues. Assist clients in learning Native American Customs/traditions, spirituality and healthy life values. Provides intervention techniques to clients utilizing appropriate referrals and placements. Responsible for keeping a record of each activity/event and furnish a monthly statistical and narrative report. Assists clients in completing initial intake forms and assessment process and making sure intake process is accurate and completed in a timely manner. Assist clients in application for Medicaid. Initiate appointments, assisting clients with appointment planning. Develops working relationships with community programs, inpatient treatment facilities, detoxification units and be knowledgeable of their application and intake procedures. Will assist clients in the submission of their application to inpatient treatment centers, making sure applications are complete and all required documents are attached. Assist counseling staff in data entry (Accu-care) of clientele, when needed. Maintain contact with the medical/surgical de-tox ward for patient referrals. Monitor record keeping procedures to ensure full compliance with federal rules and regulations governing client confidentiality (42CFR). Transport clients to pre-treatment quarters, detox center and inpatient treatment centers when necessary to aide in their recovery. Duties listed are only an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Requirements

High School Diploma with two years of experience in a similar field or AA Degree is required.
Must be alcohol/drug free and abstain from alcohol/drugs while employed in this position.
Demonstrate and/or verify substantial knowledge of Winnebago Culture and traditions.
Must have computer skills with proficient in Word, Excel, publisher and web-based data management programs.
Must demonstrate an interest in promoting a healthy lifestyle in and for the Winnebago Community.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
Must possess skills in leadership, public speaking and group facilitation skills.
Must possess good verbal and written skills and be able to communicate ideas and concepts adequately.
Ability to exercise independent judgement and initiative.
Be willing to work a flexible work schedule when necessary.
Maintain strict adherence to the confidentiality laws and regulations pertaining to clients and program records.
Pass a federal background check.
Must be a team player and have a positive attitude.
Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

Responsibilities

Coordination of the project activities with AIHRC staff.
Organize and Conducts planning meetings as necessary with collaborative partners.
Identify action and strategies to complete the activities of the timeline.
Review and analyze assessment information after each activity to monitor progress.
Provides on-going communication with the AIHRC staff and partners.
Will be responsible for data collected and analysis and reporting.
Develops and maintains new and existing organization relationships.
Attend trainings/webinars/conference calls concerning project as necessary.
Manages project budget and fiscal responsibilities per Tribal and federal regulations.
Complete and submit all required grant reports by due dates.
Submits monthly report to the AIHRC Director on progress of the grant.
Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of the funding sources.
Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values
Become knowledgeable of the AIHRC program organization, philosophy, functions, policies and procedures, mandated by State/Federal Regulations.
Work closely with AIHRC administrator to support program goals.
Assist in coordination of recruiting substance abuse clients to participate program.
Initiate detoxification referrals, providing transportation to emergency care for detoxification services and follow up.
Organize and implement a community outreach activity providing community awareness and outreach activities designed to inform local schools about opioid issues.
Assist clients in learning Native American Customs/traditions, spirituality and healthy life values.
Provides intervention techniques to clients utilizing appropriate referrals and placements.
Responsible for keeping a record of each activity/event and furnish a monthly statistical and narrative report.
Assists clients in completing initial intake forms and assessment process and making sure intake process is accurate and completed in a timely manner.
Assist clients in application for Medicaid.
Initiate appointments, assisting clients with appointment planning.
Develops working relationships with community programs, inpatient treatment facilities, detoxification units and be knowledgeable of their application and intake procedures.
Will assist clients in the submission of their application to inpatient treatment centers, making sure applications are complete and all required documents are attached.
Assist counseling staff in data entry (Accu-care) of clientele, when needed.
Maintain contact with the medical/surgical de-tox ward for patient referrals.
Monitor record keeping procedures to ensure full compliance with federal rules and regulations governing client confidentiality (42CFR).
Transport clients to pre-treatment quarters, detox center and inpatient treatment centers when necessary to aide in their recovery.