Youth Prevention Program Coordinator

Title: Youth Prevention Program Coordinator

Location: Youth Residential Treatment Center Floor 1 - 620 NE 2nd Street Gresham OR 97030

Schedule: This is an in-person position Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM with evenings and weekends often required.

Wage Range: $25.85 $30.40 hourly non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Program Coordinatorlooking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare behavioral health education or social services theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education physical mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities helping individuals lead healthier more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care addiction treatment housing assistance and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement all while making a tangible positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Youth Program Coordinator supports Native American youth ages 1024 in the greater Portland area by providing culturally relevant prevention leadership and mentorship programming. The goal is to reduce risks related to substance use suicide and other behavioral health challenges by fostering resilience identity and positive connection to culture and community.

This position requires a strengths-based trauma-informed approach to working with youth their families schools and other systems. The Coordinator will also provide cultural advisement across departments contributing to a culturally safe and supportive environment for both youth and adult clients. The role includes collaboration with Oregons nine tribal youth prevention teams and participation in statewide prevention gatherings and camps.

What you will do:

• Build and maintain supportive culturally responsive relationships with Native youth and their families.
• Coordinate services in collaboration with treatment providers offering wraparound support such as care management transportation access and childcare resources.
• Develop and lead cultural and prevention-based youth activities in partnership with tribal communities.
• Organize and facilitate weekly Youth Nights cultural events and wellness programming.
• Serve as a representative of NARA NW at tribal youth prevention gatherings and statewide camps.
• Provide cultural advisement across NARA programs to support culturally safe practices for youth and adult clients.
• Assist in data collection evaluation activities and timely completion of grant reports.
• Complete training and certification in QPR (Question Persuade Refer) and ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
• Bachelors degree in social work counseling public health psychology or a related field preferred (experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Reliable transportation current drivers license with a clean driving record and proof of auto insurance required.
• Experience working with Native American youth families and community-based mental health or substance use services.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive community-driven approaches to youth engagement and healing.
• Experience in home- or community-based programming preferred.
• Strong communication skillsboth verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Flexible schedule including availability for evening and weekend programming as needed.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests criminal background and DMV checks.

Whats in it for you

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Battle of Little Big Horn Independence Day Labor Day Native American Day Indigenous Peoples Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving day after Thanksgiving and December 25^th!

Benefits:Employees working 20 hours or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply go to Careers NARA NW ()
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional) thats all!
3. Feel free to contact if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians Alaska Natives and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use marijuana use and prescription drug abuse both on and off the job. In addition all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming discussing or promoting the use of alcohol on the job on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy all employees volunteers interns and contractors as applicable are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 US Code Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the agency reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.