Community Cultural Coordinator

2 months ago

San Francisco, United States The Friendship House Association of American Indians Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Summary: The Community Cultural Coordinator is responsible for preserving and promoting the integration of Native American cultural values within the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program. This pivotal role involves ensuring the consistent facilitation of the Red Road Group, Sweat Lodge Ceremony, and Drumming sessions, as well as active engagement in the youth program. Additionally, the Community Cultural Coordinator will play a crucial part in fostering cultural sensitivity and understanding among staff and individuals within the community through educational initiatives.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  1. Oversee the organization and scheduling of the weekly Red Road Group, Sweat Lodge Ceremony, and Drumming sessions to ensure smooth implementation and delivery.
  2. Actively participate in the youth program, imparting traditional Native American values and fostering cultural awareness among the younger generation, showcasing the organization’s commitment to community engagement and cultural preservation.
  3. Establish and maintain a comprehensive resource network of traditional healers, elders, and cultural practitioners to offer additional support and guidance to program participants, highlighting the importance of collaboration and cultural exchange within the community.
  4. Coordinate and host community events, ensuring smooth organization and fostering a sense of community and accomplishment among program participants and the broader community.
  5. Organize cultural immersion experiences and educational workshops to deepen understanding and appreciation of Native American heritage and customs among program participants and the broader community.
  6. Develop and deliver educational programs and materials on Native American cultural practices, traditions, and values to enhance cultural competency among staff and clients.
  7. Conduct workshops and seminars on the importance of cultural preservation and the role of cultural practices in holistic healing and recovery.
  8. Provide mentorship and educational support to youth, focusing on the transmission of cultural knowledge and values.
  9. Develop and conduct cultural sensitivity training, offering guidance on respectful behavior and appropriate etiquette during cultural ceremonies, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their cultural background, understand and adhere to the protocols and traditions associated with these practices.
  10. Screen and educate traditional practitioners on HIPAA regulations, Friendship House ceremonies, policies, and ethically appropriate practices when engaging with individuals in early recovery.
  11. Document group sessions and interactions accurately and comprehensively, ensuring that all relevant information is securely recorded and maintained in compliance with confidentiality regulations and organizational policies.
  12. Design and implement community engagement initiatives to promote the preservation and understanding of Native American cultural practices and traditions, highlighting the organization’s dedication to community outreach and cultural education.
  13. Foster partnerships with local Native American communities, promoting unity and cooperation in cultural preservation efforts.
  14. Collaborate with the fiscal contract and grants team to secure funding and resources for cultural preservation efforts and the expansion of traditional wellness services within the program.
  15. Collaborate with the Director of Residential Recovery Services to seamlessly integrate cultural elements into the SUD treatment framework.
  16. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Residential Recovery Services and Clinical Director.

 

Personal and Professional Qualifications

  1. As recognized by their community, an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Native American culture, traditions, and values.
  2. Experience in program management, particularly in facilitating or organizing cultural ceremonies and events within the community.
  3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge cultural gaps and connect with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  4. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with diverse groups and individuals.
  5. Prior experience working with youth and a demonstrated commitment to youth development through cultural engagement.
  6. Desirable: Experience working in a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment setting.
  7. Desirable: Knowledge of relevant regulations, including HIPAA and other ethical standards.
  8. If in recovery, three (3) or more years’ sobriety required.
  9. Must have valid California Driver’s License.
  10. Must meet standards of character under PL 101-630, section 408, Character Investigation, subsection (a) and PL 101-647, section 231, Requirement for Background Check, subsection (c). Must agree that the employer can contact the last two employers, the sex abuse detective division of local law enforcement, and Child Protective Services of the last two counties in which the person has lived or worked to inquire as to the suitability of the person to work with children.
  11. Must agree to abide by the code of ethics established by the Indian Health Service Manual.
Company DescriptionThe Friendship House Association of American Indians is a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt organization, established in 1963 to serve American Indians who were relocated from their reservations to the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 1963, Friendship House has served more than 5,500 residential clients and hundreds of youth consumers and provided community-focused events for countless numbers of American Indians. As a cultural center with co-located services and community activities, Friendship House is uniquely poised in the San Francisco Bay area to serve American Indians.

The overarching goal of Friendship House is to promote healing and wellness in the American Indian community by providing a continuum of services that build resiliency to substance abuse. And to strengthen connections to family and community to improve the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being of American Indians across the lifespan.

Friendship House operates three program facilities: the Friendship House American Indian Healing Center, an 80- bed adult men and women residential substance abuse treatment facility located in San Francisco, California; the Friendship House American Indian Lodge, a 9-bed facility for women and their children located in Oakland, California; and the Friendship House Youth Program, an afterschool youth center, located in San Francisco, California.

The Friendship House’s Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program was established to reduce the incidence of alcohol and drug abuse among American Indians through services designed to strengthen the personal conditions which support a substance-free lifestyle. In addition to restoring clients to productive living individuals in their respective communities. Prayer, songs and drum circles, sweat lodge ceremonies, talking circles, Walking the Red Road Medicine Way, and many other traditional methods are integral to the residential treatment program.

While many best practices in the substance abuse treatment field have been proven to work effectively with substance abusers from many backgrounds, few evidence-based practices have been evaluated and proven to work with Native people. We know, based on more than 28 years of tracking our own performance, that American Indians have the best outcomes when Native culture and cultural practices are honored, as well as integrated into our service delivery efforts.Company DescriptionThe Friendship House Association of American Indians is a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt organization, established in 1963 to serve American Indians who were relocated from their reservations to the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 1963, Friendship House has served more than 5,500 residential clients and hundreds of youth consumers and provided community-focused events for countless numbers of American Indians. As a cultural center with co-located services and community activities, Friendship House is uniquely poised in the San Francisco Bay area to serve American Indians.\r
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The overarching goal of Friendship House is to promote healing and wellness in the American Indian community by providing a continuum of services that build resiliency to substance abuse. And to strengthen connections to family and community to improve the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being of American Indians across the lifespan.\r
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Friendship House operates three program facilities: the Friendship House American Indian Healing Center, an 80- bed adult men and women residential substance abuse treatment facility located in San Francisco, California; the Friendship House American Indian Lodge, a 9-bed facility for women and their children located in Oakland, California; and the Friendship House Youth Program, an afterschool youth center, located in San Francisco, California.\r
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The Friendship House’s Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program was established to reduce the incidence of alcohol and drug abuse among American Indians through services designed to strengthen the personal conditions which support a substance-free lifestyle. In addition to restoring clients to productive living individuals in their respective communities. Prayer, songs and drum circles, sweat lodge ceremonies, talking circles, Walking the Red Road Medicine Way, and many other traditional methods are integral to the residential treatment program.\r
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While many best practices in the substance abuse treatment field have been proven to work effectively with substance abusers from many backgrounds, few evidence-based practices have been evaluated and proven to work with Native people. We know, based on more than 28 years of tracking our own performance, that American Indians have the best outcomes when Native culture and cultural practices are honored, as well as integrated into our service delivery efforts.

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