AMERICAN INDIAN HEALTH & SVC
About Us
American Indian Health & Services is a Santa Barbara‑based, non‑profit organization that provides quality medical, dental, pediatric and behavioral health services to all members of our community. Founded in 1994, our community clinic has served the Central Coast’s healthcare needs for over twenty‑five years. We organize primary care in a patient‑centered medical home model that emphasizes care coordination and communication between patient and provider and outside specialists. We cultivate engaging patient relationships and achieve better health outcomes by putting patients’ needs first. Our doctors lead the way in providing higher quality care at lower costs and improving overall experience in primary healthcare.
Position Summary FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt, hourly. Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday. Salary Range: $25.00 – $29.00 hourly. Please note starting pay rates are determined based on years of experience and internal equity.
The Tribal Practices for Wellness in Indian Country (TPWIC) Project Coordinator facilitates planning, coordination, and implementation of culturally appropriate programs, events, and activities in line with the 5‑year TPWIC grant project. This includes implementation of grant‑funded work plans with specific deliverables and requirements; adherence to federal, state, and organizational budget restrictions; and collection/reporting of data required for evaluation and performance management.
What would I be doing at this job?
Project Coordination—maintain, monitor, and implement project plans to ensure project deliverables and milestones are met; organize, attend and participate in project meetings; complete trainings as identified; collect data as required for evaluation and performance management; adhere to budgetary restrictions; and document via required reporting systems on the project as assigned.
Program facilitation—facilitate engaging programs that promote health and wellness, create a sense of belonging among participants of all ages, encourage community connectedness, and strengthen existing protective factors (e.g., support from parents, families, and community members).
Teaching cultural knowledge—implement culturally‑responsive activities that teach, build upon, celebrate, and strengthen cultural and traditional practices and teachings to promote cultural connectedness among the community. (Examples include beading, weaving, regalia making, traditional language, traditional games, traditional foods, and traditional movement.)
Outreach for Cultural Services Programs—conduct outreach to inform the public on and encourage participation in Cultural Services programs and activities.
Coordinate with internal resources, external agencies, community members, and key stakeholders to support program and project needs as identified in the workplans and grant foci.
What kind of education and experience do I need?
Maintain an awareness and appreciation of traditions, socioeconomic challenges and the cultural and spiritual needs of American Indians and Alaska Native members of all tribes in the community.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in health or social services, at least one year experience working with Native Americans populations, and at least two years’ experience in project management.
Knowledge of children’s mental health and related service systems.
Experience in planning and building service systems, policy development and strategic thinking.
Knowledge of non‑profit, FQHC healthcare operations.
Excellent communication—verbal, written, and public presentation.
Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is preferred.
Computer literacy.
Successfully pass a background check to be permitted to work with children.
A valid California driver’s license, good driving record, current auto insurance and reliable transportation.
Desired skills and qualities:
Maintains knowledge and experience of unique health needs of American Indian / Alaska Native communities—with a specific understanding of and appreciation for trauma‑informed approaches, practices, and systems.
Has understanding of and experience in conducting Community Based Participatory Research—data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Respectful of diverse practices, beliefs, and traditions in community—able to respectfully navigate diverse and sometimes opposing beliefs and viewpoints in community without preference or partiality.
Communicates with community members in a clear, concise and helpful manner.
Team player.
Able to work both independently and under direct supervision and guidance.
Possesses active listening skills.
Goal‑oriented—succeeds in reaching clearly defined, time‑bound goals.
Appreciates program structure.
Maintains accurate records and files.
We are hiring! If this sounds like the right job for you, please apply!
Benefits
14 paid holidays per year
5.5 hours per pay period of accrued PTO (increases based on seniority)
100% employer‑paid employee‑only coverage on Blue Shield Medical (HMO or PPO), and Principal Dental and Vision benefit plans (eligible the 1st of the month following date of hire)
401(k) plan with 4% employer matching contribution (eligible after 90 days)
Paid AAA membership (eligible after 90 days)
Paid Continuing Education Hours and Fees for Registered Dental Assistants
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Job Details
Job Type: Full‑time
Work Location: In person
Location: Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (required)
Ability to commute: Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (Required)
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Position Summary FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt, hourly. Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday. Salary Range: $25.00 – $29.00 hourly. Please note starting pay rates are determined based on years of experience and internal equity.
The Tribal Practices for Wellness in Indian Country (TPWIC) Project Coordinator facilitates planning, coordination, and implementation of culturally appropriate programs, events, and activities in line with the 5‑year TPWIC grant project. This includes implementation of grant‑funded work plans with specific deliverables and requirements; adherence to federal, state, and organizational budget restrictions; and collection/reporting of data required for evaluation and performance management.
What would I be doing at this job?
Project Coordination—maintain, monitor, and implement project plans to ensure project deliverables and milestones are met; organize, attend and participate in project meetings; complete trainings as identified; collect data as required for evaluation and performance management; adhere to budgetary restrictions; and document via required reporting systems on the project as assigned.
Program facilitation—facilitate engaging programs that promote health and wellness, create a sense of belonging among participants of all ages, encourage community connectedness, and strengthen existing protective factors (e.g., support from parents, families, and community members).
Teaching cultural knowledge—implement culturally‑responsive activities that teach, build upon, celebrate, and strengthen cultural and traditional practices and teachings to promote cultural connectedness among the community. (Examples include beading, weaving, regalia making, traditional language, traditional games, traditional foods, and traditional movement.)
Outreach for Cultural Services Programs—conduct outreach to inform the public on and encourage participation in Cultural Services programs and activities.
Coordinate with internal resources, external agencies, community members, and key stakeholders to support program and project needs as identified in the workplans and grant foci.
What kind of education and experience do I need?
Maintain an awareness and appreciation of traditions, socioeconomic challenges and the cultural and spiritual needs of American Indians and Alaska Native members of all tribes in the community.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in health or social services, at least one year experience working with Native Americans populations, and at least two years’ experience in project management.
Knowledge of children’s mental health and related service systems.
Experience in planning and building service systems, policy development and strategic thinking.
Knowledge of non‑profit, FQHC healthcare operations.
Excellent communication—verbal, written, and public presentation.
Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is preferred.
Computer literacy.
Successfully pass a background check to be permitted to work with children.
A valid California driver’s license, good driving record, current auto insurance and reliable transportation.
Desired skills and qualities:
Maintains knowledge and experience of unique health needs of American Indian / Alaska Native communities—with a specific understanding of and appreciation for trauma‑informed approaches, practices, and systems.
Has understanding of and experience in conducting Community Based Participatory Research—data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Respectful of diverse practices, beliefs, and traditions in community—able to respectfully navigate diverse and sometimes opposing beliefs and viewpoints in community without preference or partiality.
Communicates with community members in a clear, concise and helpful manner.
Team player.
Able to work both independently and under direct supervision and guidance.
Possesses active listening skills.
Goal‑oriented—succeeds in reaching clearly defined, time‑bound goals.
Appreciates program structure.
Maintains accurate records and files.
We are hiring! If this sounds like the right job for you, please apply!
Benefits
14 paid holidays per year
5.5 hours per pay period of accrued PTO (increases based on seniority)
100% employer‑paid employee‑only coverage on Blue Shield Medical (HMO or PPO), and Principal Dental and Vision benefit plans (eligible the 1st of the month following date of hire)
401(k) plan with 4% employer matching contribution (eligible after 90 days)
Paid AAA membership (eligible after 90 days)
Paid Continuing Education Hours and Fees for Registered Dental Assistants
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Job Details
Job Type: Full‑time
Work Location: In person
Location: Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (required)
Ability to commute: Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (Required)
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