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Scholarships
Through the NARCH program funded by the Indian Health service and NIH, the Board is able to provide a limited number of scholarships to support research career development in the biomedical sciences. Historically, the NARCH fellowships have supported AI/AN students pursuing MPH degrees, other masters degrees, PhD’s in social and biomedical sciences, MD’s, and other doctoral-level degrees. Successful candidates will receive monthly stipends to support their studies, and can use the funds as they see fit for career development. Doctoral candidates will receive stipends of 37K per year, and masters level students will receive 28K per year. The scholarships will be awarded on a first come, first served basis as long as the grant support allows. The successful candidates must demonstrate satisfactory progress toward degree completion during the course of their awards.
Application packets should include the following information:
A CV for the candidate
A letter from the candidate that indicates their career interests and goals
Two letters of recommendation
The most recent set of transcripts
Proof of tribal enrollment
Proof of enrollment in a graduate level health sciences (or related) degree program
Please send all information in one packet to , either by pdf or surface mail.
Principal Investigator Thomas Becker, MD, PhD
2121 SW Broadway, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 228-4185
(503) 228-8182 Fax
Please Cc emails to .
NPAIHB Member Tribes Employment Opportunities*
Native American Community Academy Student Support Services
Pathways Navigator: The Native American Community Academy Student Support Services is hiring a community support worker to implement a Pathways grant on a contractual basis that can provide care coordination to Native American students and families while making referrals to community programs and providers. Also to assist with outreach activities, program development, and implementation as needed. Minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities listed above. The position is contingent upon grant funding. If interested please mail your resume to Charlene Poola, 1100 Cardenas Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87108 or fax to: 505-266-2905.
School Social Worker: The Native American Community Academy Student Support Services Center is hiring a school social worker to provide brief crisis intervention services to Native American students and families. The candidate must be able to do psycho-social assessments, short brief interventions, group therapy, and aware of local community behavioral health providers/services to provide wrap around services. Minimum requirement is a master’s degree, must hold an LMSW or LISW and qualify to obtain a New Mexico Public Education Department licensure as a School Social Worker within the first month. If interested please mail your resume to Charlene Poola, 1100 Cardenas Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87108 or fax to: 505-266-2905.
The Nooksack Tribe has the following job openings.
Physician
Mental Health Counselor
Police Officer
Prosecutor/ICW
ICW Caseworker
Chief of Police
Police Sergeant
Clinical Nurse
Fish/Wildlife Enforcement Officer
Medical Billing Specialist/Supervisor
Contract health Services Supervisor
Quality Assurance / Data Analyst
On-Call Custodian
On-Call Receptionist
Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Specialist
Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe
Together For Children Child and Family Therapist
Closes: November 30. 2011
The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe is seeking a part-time (20 hours) Together For Children Child and Family Therapist. The Together for Children Child and Family Therapist promotes the role of mental health in daily life, and builds positive community support systems. This position provides clinical counseling, supports community development, reviews files, attends and participates in various meetigns and committees. Qualifications:Counseling: Requires minimum of two years supervised work experience in counseling families, couples and children. Master of Arts Degree in Social Work or Psychology is required. Licensing/Certification: Requires Washington State Counselor Registration, Washington State Certification. Maintain Department of Health’s required CEU’s each year (These CEU’s will be paid for by the program, but actual certification is the financial responsibility of the counselor) Personal Computer Skills: Basic personal computer skills are required, as well as the ability to learn word processing, spread sheet and other software programs.
Must pass a Criminal History Background and UA Test. Please complete an application and return to Human Resources at the Tribal Center. This position closes Thursday, November 30th, 2011.
To view Job Description and see Applications that may be downloaded from our website: http://www.pgst.nsn.us/employment
INDIAN HEALTH BOARD OF NEVADA
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Business Administrator
NATIONAL INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ASSOCIATION
Community Development Specialist
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
Health Director
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR /DIRECTOR
NATIONAL INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ASSOCIATION Project Support
Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
JOB TITLE: Community Health Nurse POSITION #: 703192
Contact Person for Information: Elizabeth Johnson Telephone: 541-553-2460
Department: Community Health Nursing Branch: Health and Human Services
Duties include nursing assessments, and appropriate care planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions as a continuous process in clinic, corrections, and home settings as well as other community settings as appropriate. Unencumbered Oregon Board of Nursing License required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred, associate’s degree in nursing with experience in public health nursing acceptable. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently, including quality care, communication, and documentation. Must be able to have good working relationships with Indian Health Service personnel and other agencies that collaborate with nurses including Tribal, State and Federal agencies. Experience with mobile medicine and using EHR a plus. Applicant must be able to pass required back ground checks and drug testing. Oregon Drivers License required.
Salary Range: min $50,506./year (max) $55,393./year
Full time, may involve some weekend/evening, no ‘call’, no nights.
Apply on line at Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs website.
NARA Northwest
Clinic Manager, NARA Indian Health Clinic, Portland, OR—Responsible for clinical operations, health care delivery and staff supervision, work with other program departments to assure integrated health services are provided throughout organization, ensure compliance with all regulations/standards, respond to and investigate any patient complaints, complete program progress reports as required by funding source and assists Health Director with submission of other grants/proposals. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and three years paid experience in primary healthcare field, including at least two years in paid, managerial capacity, experience in planning, budgeting, fiscal mgmt, personnel management, data collection and reporting, superior interpersonal, leadership and consensus-building skills, knowledge of American Indian and Alaskan Native cultures, preferred; RN degree/licensure, a plus. To apply: Email your resume and cover letter including salary requirements to
Health Director, NARA Indian Health Clinic, Portland, OR—Plan, direct and implement the delivery of primary health care services and prevention/promotion activities in conjunction with Clinical Management Team, at Indian Health Clinic and satellite sites; ensure that all health care services meet or exceed standards/regulations, act as liaison for Clinic, other NARA programs, local Native community, and other agencies; ensure compliance with Quality Assurance Plan and all licensing agencies; maintains fiscal control over the health care grants and services delivered at Clinics and authorizes expenditures for health care activities. Requirements: (A) one of following combinations of education/experience: (1) Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work or other health-related field AND three years paid experience in field of health care—including at least two years in paid, administrative management capacity or (2) Bachelor’s degree in health-related field AND five years of paid experience in field of health care – including at least two years in paid, administrative management capacity, (B) knowledge and experience demonstrating competence in planning and budgeting, fiscal management, supervision, personnel management, employee performance assessment, data collection and reporting and (C) experience and proficiency in leading and working in a team—a must. To apply: Email your resume and cover letter including salary requirements to
RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT MANAGER
NARA NW is an Indian-owned and operated Private, Non-Profit, that provides culturally appropriate education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment to American Indians, Alaska Natives and other vulnerable people. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT MANAGER to join the devoted treatment team at our 70 bed residential treatment facility. Our facility is unique because we treat individuals or families and their children and also because culture is a key component in all the services we provide. Native American culture is honored and embraced and clients from all races and backgrounds have benefited from the treatment approach at NARA NW.
The Residential Treatment Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Residential facility. Works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to ensure a culturally appropriate treatment model that is family and community based that includes child and family development, mental health care, heath care, and a gambling addiction treatment component. Will provide clinical direction and supervision, including the development and review of substance abuse treatment policies and procedures, the approval of treatment schedules, coordination of staff in-service trainings, and assures individual clinical supervision. Assures that all services provided are in compliance with funding source requirements, as well as county, state and federal regulations, and the NARA Quality Assurance plan.
TO QUALIFY:
Bachelors degree or equivalent, plus current certification as a CDS 2 or CADC II w/minimum of 5 years paid experience in substance abuse treatment and at least 1 year in a paid administrative capacity and a minimum of 5 years management experience. Masters degree & dually licensed/certified preferred. Must have as evidenced by work experience, academic background, and in-service and other training, a working knowledge of child growth and development, effects of alcohol and drug abuse/addiction on children’s growth and development and family counseling. Must have knowledge and experience with planning and budgeting, fiscal management, supervision, personnel management, employee performance assessment, data collection and reporting. Requires superior interpersonal, leadership, & consensus building skills. Must have disciplined empathy for A&D clients, understanding of alcoholism as disease, & knowledge of AA, NA, Alateen & other support programs. Knowledge of Native American culture is preferred.
TO APPLY: Email your cover letter, resume, & salary requirements to or fax to 503-224-4494. NARA requires a minimum of two years sobriety if in recovery and all potential hires are required to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen and criminal background check.
EOE: within scope of Indian Preference, all candidates receive equal consideration. Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance w/the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Section 472 &473). Excellent benefits - Medical, Dental, 401k match, Paid vacation, and more! Check out our website: http://www.naranorthwest.org
PUYALLUP TRIBAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
To view the latest job listings please visit their Employment website at:
http://www.eptha.com/Employment.html
The Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Department
MEDICAL CLINIC DIRECTOR
DENTAL CLINIC DIRECTOR
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR / DEVELOPER
Employment Application
Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California
Snoqualmie Tribe
To view open positions with the Snoqualmie Tribe, please click on this link: http://www.snoqualmienation.com/Departments/Employment.htm.
If you are interested in applying for any of the listed positions,
please download the Snoqualmie Tribe Application and either email it to or fax it to 425-888-6525.
Inter Tribal Council of Arizona
Tribal Epidemiology Center (TEC) Director
Upper Skagit Indian Tribe
Clinic Manager - RN
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse MA Full Time
Jennifer Washington is the point of contact, email:
Kauffman & Associates, Inc. (KAI)
Training & Technical Assistance Coordinator
Is a small- to mid-sized contractor specializing in health and human services, education, and community and economic development. Our work includes training and technical assistance, research, evaluation, strategic communications, materials development, management support, and related information technology. The firm’s clients include federal, tribal, state, and local governments; associations; foundations; and private-sector businesses. Magazine. With offices in Spokane, WA and Silver Spring, MD, KAI is a Native American woman-owned and a GSA Schedule contract holder. For more information about KAI, visit our website at http://www.kauffmaninc.com.
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribe
NURSE PRACTITIONER—MCH Clinical Coordinator
Position: Staff Physician, BE/BC Family Practice No. Positions: 2
Salary: $160-180,000
Facility: Central Valley Indian Health, Inc. located in Central California
Notes:
1. CVIH is now accepting applications for regular and per diem positions for Staff Physician. Applicants must be eligible to work under federal funding sources.
2. Must be able to see patients of all ages, newborn to geriatrics. No on-call or OB deliveries required.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k with profit sharing, safe harbor & company match, CME leave and reimbursement, loan repayment options, personal leave, holiday leave, malpractice insurance
Contact: For more information or to submit a CV, contact Julie Ramsey, MPH: Ph: 559-299-2578, fax: 559-299-0245, email: , mail: 20 N. DeWitt Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612
Notes:
CURRENT OPENINGS [ALL PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITIONS]
1 - MEDICAL OFFICER [NESPELEM [OMAK], WA]
1 - MEDICAL OFFICER [WARM SPRINGS, OR]
1 - MEDICAL OFFICER [SALEM, OR]
SALARY RANGE FOR TITLE 38: $96,539 - $195,000 PA
This is an Opening Continuous Announcement.
Location: Fort Hall, ID Warm Springs, OR Salem, OR Nespelem, WA Toppenish, WA and Wellpinit, WA
You can apply via specific on-line process that begins with creating a resume at the following website: http://www.usajobs.com.
In addition, you will need to submit SIGNED OF-306 form and SIGNED Childcare Position form listed below.
To get DETAILS on the job, please CLICK on the View Announcement
Joyce Oberly, MPH
LCDR USPHS
Management Analyst
Western Oregon Service Unit
3750 Chemawa Rd., NE
Salem, OR 97305
503-304-7643 phone
503-304-7678 fax
Job Openings with the Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe
Health & Social Services Director
Job Title: Research Assistant
Company: Kauffman & Associates, Inc.
Location: Spokane, WA
The Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation
The Chehalis Tribe is searching for well qualified staff for the following positions:
We offer a full benefits package for full time employees including medical, dental vision, life insurance and 401K retirement options.
APPLY TODAY! The Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, 420 Howanut Road, Oakville, WA 98568.
Fax: 360-273-3861.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer but practice Native Preference according to law.
Aberdeen Area Indian Health Board
Admin~Executive Director Position Description-CA.doc
AATCHB Application form2.doc
Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority
Accountant
Procurement Officer
Jobs Flyer
CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE UMATILLA INDIAN RESERVATION YELLOWHAWK TRIBAL HEALTH CENTER
Community Wellness Director
The Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center is looking for a seasoned, energetic person to lead the equivalent of a tribal public health department. Responsible for the community and behavioral health programs including Diabetes, Public Health Nursing, Community Health Representatives, Elders Services, Alcohol & Drug Programs, and Mental Health related services.
Contact Janyce Quaempts () with any questions.
PO Box 160, Pendleton, OR 97801,
541.278.7549, ,
or see our website at Yellowhawk.org. Tribal/Indian preference observed. Open Until Filled.
GRANT WRITER—Part Time With Partial Benefits
(This Position Could Possibly Work into Full Time With Benefits)
NEWLY CREATED POSITION
We have an immediate need for a high-performance, independent person to research and develop grant contract opportunities in the areas of health care and wellness programs.
Please contact Janyce Quaempts at YTHC, PO Box 160, Pendleton, OR, 97801,
(541) 278-7549, to request an application packet or go to our website at Yellowhawk.org to download the information. Tribal/Indian preference observed. Open Until Filled.
Suquamish Tribe
STILLAGUAMISH TRIBE OF INDIANS Medical Facilities Director
Min of 5 yrs in program admin mgmt in a social service, health care delivery system. Budget in excess of$1 million.
Strong leadership, budget, grant writing & mgmt skills in Tribal Country a must.
Submit resume/application to PO Box 277 Arlington, WA 98223
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