What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prevention Coordinator (4) position at Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services?
The primary responsibility of the Prevention Coordinator is to work under the direction of the Prevention Supervisor identifying risk factors within the tribal community and develop prevention activities surrounding identified areas of risk according to various grant objectives. Under the guidance of the Prevention Supervisor, ensure prevention events are organized and successfully carried out.
Additional responsibilities include facilitation of prevention groups at identified schools. Ensure afterschool, school break, and summer prevention activities are available and offered on a consistent basis.
Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Failure to comply with minimum position requirements may result in termination of employment.
- REQUIRED to possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent. (Must submit copy of diploma or transcripts with application.)
- REQUIRED to have a minimum of One-year experience working with youth in an identified prevention activity (mentor, athletic coach, big brother/big sister program, etc.).
- REQUIRED to obtain Certified Prevention Specialist certification, (must obtain within 2 years of hire). Program will assist with cost for obtaining certification.
- REQUIRED to obtain and maintain an Oregon Food Handlers Permit within 90 days of hire, (program may assist with application fee), must obtain the permit prior to any food preparation.
- REQUIRED to model a clean and sober lifestyle both on and off the job.
- REQUIRED to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License, (out of state applicants must receive ODL within 90 days of hire), have good driving record and be insurable by the Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services’ vehicle insurance policy. (Must submit copy of driver license with application.)
- REQUIRED to submit to annual TB skin testing and adhere to KTHFS staff immunization policy in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control immunization recommendations for healthcare workers.
- REQUIRED to acquire and maintain BLS certification within 180 days of hire; strongly recommend certification within 90 days of hire, probationary period will be extended for a maximum of 180 days pending certification.
- REQUIRED to submit to a background and character investigation, as per Tribal policy. Following hire must immediately report to Human Resource any citation, arrest, conviction for a misdemeanor or felony crime.
- REQUIRED to accept the responsibility of a Mandatory Reporter in accordance with the Klamath Tribes Juvenile Ordinance Title 2, Chapter 15.64 and General Council Resolution #2005 003, all Tribal staff are considered mandatory reporters.
