What are the responsibilities and job description for the Native American Spiritual Leader position at Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero?
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The Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California.
The Native American Spiritual Leader will be directed by the Program Assistant in the Recovery Mall Services (RMS) Department at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
- Coordinates and conducts quality Native American spiritual ceremonies, including drum and revitalization ceremonies; oral traditions, cultural studies and other spiritual rites as relevant to the patients of DSH-A.
- Provide spiritual counseling, visitation, and teaching to patients unable to attend activities off the unit as scheduled.
- Works cooperatively with the other Chaplains to provide spiritual services and groups.
- Incorporates Trauma Informed Care Principals into their work.
- Perform administrative and institutional duties, following policy and procedures necessary to safely provide spiritual services and oversee the Native American Sweat Grounds.
- Direct the provision of regularly scheduled Native American ceremonies and services. Participate in scheduled RMS meetings, Interfaith meetings and training
- Order necessary supplies to provide quality Native American Spiritual services and ensures proper and organized storage of these supplies.
- Effectively communicate with supervisor, Interfaith Team, and Treatment Teams.
Permanent Intermittent defines an employee as working up to 1,500 hours each year. This position is M-F between 8:00am-4:30pm. 12-20 hours a week.
Please verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this classification prior to attempting the exam and applying:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Currently recognized as a spiritual leader and in good standing with his/her Native American Tribe, Nation, Band or Rancheria. (All candidates must attach to their application a letter of certification of good standing issued by his/her Native American Tribe, Nation, Band or Rancheria.) AND Experience: Two years of experience as a recognized Native American spiritual leader practicing in a setting recognized by his/her Native American Tribe, Nation, Band or Rancheria.
Reach out to our Recruitment Team about the hiring process or for more information (805) 468-3660.
Click on the link below to learn more about our area:
https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/About_the_Area.html
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $32.17 - $42.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Atascadero, CA 93422: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32 - $42
