COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - GIIWITAA ODODEWIISIIWIN

VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

GIIWITAA ODODEWIISIIWIN

Open: March 9, 2022

Close: April 1, 2022 @ 12:00.p.m.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Coordinate program services to ensure community needs are being met based on self-defined needs. Reports to Equay Wiigamig Director, full-time position w/benefits, hourly; DOQ with 90-day probation

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Provide assistance that will benefit and grow community relationships

• Provide resources for self-defined needs and make referrals to necessary department to enhance participant services

• Support advocates with materials regarding culturally sensitive advocacy and guidance when needed.

• Execute strategies for effective communication with community members

• Maintaining and creating high quality relationships with organization staff, community programs and members.

• Assist staff with intervention sessions to include but not limited to: singing, drumming, regalia making, cultural ceremonies, seasonal encampments, etc.

• Assist with providing connections to cultural resources

• Assist staff with creating a calendar of events that fit the needs of community members on a weekly basis

• Work in conjunction with Law Enforcement/Tribal Courts/Chemical Health to assist community members

• Be respectful of coworkers; willing to share knowledge gained to help another learn

• Responsible for overseeing staff and building operations

• Assist staff in maintaining accurate and up to date activity logs

• Submit monthly reports to Director

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/High School Diploma and at least 1 year of supervisory experience

• Must have a valid Minnesota Driver's license and auto insurance

• Demonstrate commitment to community cultural ventures

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Must possess knowledge of traditional, cultural practices that promote a good healthy lifestyle or "good life" as it is referred to in our teachings

• Must possess the ability to work in a team approach with the willingness to work collaboratively with various programs

• Must be able to work Evenings and Weekends when needed

• Must have advocacy experience and/or training that address services for victims of abuse/violence

• Must adhere to Confidentiality, Data Privacy Act

• Must abide by the program's Code of Ethics

• Must submit to random drug testing

• Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are being accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847 Fax (218) 679-4176