Tribal Youth Liaison

Ketchikan Indian Community • Ketchikan, AK

1d • $23 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves creating and editing the existing curriculum for students and parents. The Tribal Youth Liaison coordinates after-school homework clubs for middle and high school students and collaborates on monthly activities with culture bearers, the Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District, parents, other youth-serving community agencies, and KIC program staff. Duties are carried out with considerable independence.

Requirements

• Strong understanding and sensitivity to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribal culture and lifestyle, working effectively with AI/AN populations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with sensitivity to the lifestyles of targeted participants.
• Skills in operating personal computers using a variety of computer software.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, coworkers, and outside contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal and tribal privacy laws and KIC policy (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.).
• Ability to learn and apply program/agency operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as with teams.
• Ability to engage with students; to work in conjunction with school programs
• Ability to collect data, keep accurate and organized records, and ensure timely preparation of reports
• Ability to communicate professionally over the telephone and in person positively and clearly
• Ability to maintain maximum flexibility and perform at the highest level as a team player
• Ability to utilize a maximum degree of professionalism and diplomacy with those who may be experiencing a high degree of stress both mentally and/or physically
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Associate’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Human Development, or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in an educational environment, youth core, school systems, and community-based programs.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may substitute for education and experience requirements on a year-for-year basis.
• Proof of valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Work, Human Development, or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of documented experience working in Native education-based or Native program-based projects.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Education Specialist in gathering and maintaining data for reporting purposes
• Working collaboratively with the Tribe, school district, and state to secure the appropriate quantitative data on a quarterly/annual basis
• Develop a qualitative assessment tool for evaluating the effectiveness of project activities
• Develops and maintains a secure record-keeping system, ensuring adherence to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
• Develops excellent personal respect and working/supportive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and schools
• Conducts personal interviews with students when appropriate
• Provides support and referral/connection to at-risk youth in grades 7-12 in coordination with the KIC Education Specialist
• Coordinates and offers afterschool program safe space for youth and a place to do homework
• Planning, developing, and facilitating weekly character and leadership development activities for youth in grades 7-12
• Serves as a parent advocate by assisting families in navigating the school district rules and regulations on absenteeism and addresses all questions and concerns
• Works with Tribal Scholars Teacher from 8 am through noon for our high school youth
• Submitting monthly and annual written reports or at other intervals when required
• Sharing information about goals and objectives through active participation in school and community forums or working groups
• Share aggregate findings, trends, or relevant information through working groups and at public meetings
• Maintaining program policy manuals and implementing new procedures
• Initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• KIC is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees must adhere to KIC drug and alcohol policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace. Employees must pass a pre-employment and subsequent random and/or for-cause drug and alcohol screening to be eligible for and maintain employment.
• KIC has several positions that must comply with the P.L. 101-630 Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (ICPA); all employment offers in the "covered" classification are conditional until KIC has received a Federal criminal background check verifying eligibility to work in these programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree