JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Counselor/Case Manager Generation Seven
DEPARTMENT: Family & Child Guidance Clinic, Native American Health Center, Oakland
REPORTS TO: Clinical Coordinator
Position Status: Full Time
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Position Summary:
This position requires the individual to: a.) Perform clinical duties, b.) Family and youth counseling and c.) Facilitate Talking Circles and other traditional cultural activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide counseling and referrals for youth and their families.
2. Participate in a weekly inter-disciplinary case conference, presenting and discussing case material.
3. Networking with Native American and other agencies in the Bay Area, including consultation and training.
4. Participate in quality assurance activities.
5. Complete documentation related to clinical services.
6. Other activities as assigned by the clinic director.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate, or equivalent experience.
2. Expertise working with youth and families.
3. Experience working with Native American diverse people.
4. Willingness and demonstrated ability to facilitate Talking Circles and other activities.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Section 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit verification of Indian certified by tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin or other non-merit factors.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Native American Health Center abides by the mandates of the ADEA (protecting individuals 40 years and older) and considers age a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Native American Health Center abides by the mandates of the ADA and considers disability a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore, NAHC will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
Note to Applicants: Please be advised that you may be asked to get a Department of Justice Fingerprinting clearance as a contingency for an offer of employment. Criminal clearances are obtained to protect the welfare and safety of clients receiving services at NAHC.
If interested, please forward resume and cover letter to:
Natalie A. Sawa
Human Resources
3124 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
Fax: 510-748-0116
Email: HumanResources@nativehealth.org
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