We are an FQHC community health center dedicated to embodying the values central to American Indian cultures. This includes respect for our patients, acknowledgement of the whole person, and a focus on working together to ensure health for the individual, and therefore the community.  We invite persons of all tribes, ethnic backgrounds and walks of life to experience the comprehensive care we deliver and to contribute to the services we provide for children, youth, families, adults, and elders.

The SAPTA Project Specialist is an integral member of our PCMH-centered multi-disciplinary care team.

Responsibilities of the SAPTA Project Specialist also include understanding, planning, coordinating, and implementing the goals, objectives, and service deliveries of the Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services (SAPTA) grant relating particularly in relation to the program’s external affairs and outreach efforts. 

It is the responsibility of the SAPTA Project Specialist to identify local substance use prevention concerns and use data to identify prevention priorities in the community, develop, and implement strategies to prevent the misuse of substances and promote mental health amongst youth and adults.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Functions:

Substance Use Prevention Treatment and Recovery Services (SAPTA) Project Management Initiative

1. Become familiar with goals, objectives, and service delivery as described in the SAPTA grant
2. Coordinate with the Cedar Branch community members to identify and review available evidence-based resources to adapt to local community needs assessment.
3. Plan and facilitate Youth Advisory Board meetings, ensuring the alignment with the grant.
4. Develop communication tools introducing the SAPTA initiative and soliciting community collaboration for its implementation
5. Collaborate with other Behavioral Health (BH) providers and staff to coordinate initiative implementation activities for seamless service delivery of community services available through the department
6. Develop a community calendar that includes locations and dates for community presentations and community survey implementation and outreach within the community.
7. Build partnerships with schools, businesses, community organizations, and law enforcement.
8. Create and implement an outreach plan by recognizing the target population.
9. Provide educational presentations to show the community SAPTA’s benefits and activities.
10. Engage leaders, community members, and other agencies to plan outreach events or programs
11. Monitor program effectiveness, evaluate data, and report outcomes to the clinic leadership and IHS.
12. Work collaboratively with SDCHC) Grant Writers, BH Case Manager, and data team to ensure monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports are completed and submitted on time.
13. Seeks ways to improve job efficiency and makes appropriate suggestions following the proper chain of command.
14. Adheres to organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
15. Attends educational offerings to keep abreast of change, comply with licensing requirements, and assist in the growth and development of associates by sharing knowledge with others.
16. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Program Manager

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. 1 year of experience in public health or health services, social work, or a related field focusing on prevention of substance abuse.
2. Knowledge of available community-based social support services in the area.
3. Strong knowledge working with data and report writing.
4. Public speaking experience

Education and/or Experience: 

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Health Sciences/Services, Social Work, or Public Health from a four-year college or university.

Preferred:

1. Experience serving a multinational, multicultural population.
2. Familiarity with Community Health Clinics and/or Indian Health Clinics.
3. Experience in community outreach engagement, marketing, or promotion.

Language Skills: Able to communicate professionally in person and writing.

Special Conditions of Employment

1. Has a clean driving record and insurance as required by the state.
2. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
3. CPR/ BLS certification: Maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), the American Red Cross, or an equivalent organization. Certification must include an in-person, hands-on skills assessment. Online-only certifications are not accepted.
4. Annual background checks: Consent to annual background checks as a condition of continued employment, to ensure compliance with organizational standards and eligibility requirements.
5. For-Cause Drug Screening: Comply with drug screening requirements when initiated by the organization for cause, to support a safe, compliant, and drug-free workplace (including marijuana).
6. Ongoing Compliance Requirements: Maintain up-to-date compliance with all required annual renewals, including professional licenses, certifications, physical examinations, TB testing, and mandatory regulatory trainings as assigned by the San Diego Community Health Center (SDCHC).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Comfortable speaking to groups and facilitating meetings.
3. Ability to work independently.
4. Excellent time management skills
5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
6. Effective interpersonal skills.
7. Able to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals.
8. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all during work.
9. Must be reliable and trustworthy.
10. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite or related programs.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

1. Able to lift/move up to 15 pounds, move from place to place.
2. Able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
3. Able to stand, bend and reach for prolonged periods.
4. Ability to do math, organize and prioritize workload, work effectively and efficiently under stress.
5. Ability to supervise, multitask, understand, and follow instructions.

Customer Service:

1. Actively supports, promotes, and works to fulfill the Mission, Vision, and core values of SDCHC).
2. Provides excellent internal and external customer service.
3. Demonstrates SDAIHC’s Standards of Customer Service Behavior: Compassion, Attitude, Communication, Appearance, Sense of Ownership, and Teamwork.
4. Participate in ongoing customer service training.
5. Every action seeks to promote SDAIHC as a top service organization.

Quality Management:

1. Contribute to the organization's success by participating in quality improvement activities.
2. Complies with all SDCHC) policies and procedures and proactively participates in implementing new initiatives.
3. Participate and ensure continuous quality improvement process as directed by clinic leadership.  

Safety:

1. Ensures regulatory compliance and adherence to policies and procedures related to safe work practices.
2. Participate in infection prevention through appropriate use of infection control measures during patient treatment and patient interactions.
3. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for maintaining physical spaces, equipment, and supplies.  
4. Uses all appropriate equipment and/or tools to ensure workplace safety. 
5. Immediately reports unsafe working conditions. 

Privacy/Compliance:

1. Maintains privacy and security of all patients, employees, volunteers, and event participants’ information and access to such information. Such information is accessed on a need-to-know basis for business purposes only. 
2. Compliance with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations. Reports on unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activity.
3. Upholds strict ethical standards.

Flexibility:

Available for all shifts and, when required, can work evenings and weekends.

Disclaimer:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions.  It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  This job description is subject to change at any time.

Preference is given to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Natives under the American Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472, 473, and 473a). Besides the above, the San Diego American Indian Health Center is an equal-opportunity employer.

Acknowledgement:

San Diego American Indian Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class, political affiliation, or belief.

Preference is given to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Natives in accordance with the American Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code Section 472, 473 and 473a). In other than the above, the San Diego American Indian Health Center, is an equal opportunity employer.

San Diego American Indian Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or any other protected class, political affiliation, or belief.