Specialist, Traditional Behavioral Health
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Administration, District
Date Posted:
10/9/2026
Location:
Shiprock Administration Office
| Position: | Specialist, Traditional Behavioral Health |
| Supervisor: | Community Schools Coordinator |
| Work Site: | Intercultural & Community Outreach |
| Summary: | The Traditional Behavioral Health Specialist will play a vital role in supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral health of Din� students. This position will integrate traditional Din� education, language teachings, ceremonies, and practices with modern western approaches to address the whole-child needs of District students, families and communities. |
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates in the development of an integrative whole-child approach that incorporates both western and traditional Din� healing methodologies in planning, developing and implementing culturally appropriate services.
- Collaborate with school staff (teachers, counselors, social workers, administrators) to create a culturally affirming and supportive school environment.
- Incorporate traditional Din� education, teachings, stories, and ceremonies (with appropriate student and family consent) into service delivery.
- Utilize traditional Din� healing modalities to support student well-being.
- Work as part of a District-wide support team to connect students and families with resources (traditional healers, western providers, etc.) to promote overall well being.
- Participate in community events to raise awareness of behavioral health and wellness.
- Collaborate with tribal organizations, community leaders, and traditional healers.
- Provide professional development to school staff on Din� culture and mental health.
- Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position.
- Adhere to all school district policies and procedures.
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Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills. | |
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