Cultural and Linguistic Coordinator

PURPOSE OF POSITION

 

Provide direction and guidance to the program in establishing culturally and linguistically competent policies, procedures and practices.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC COORDINATOR

 Work in partnership with other staff in all aspects of developing, implementing and evaluating the System of Care.Provide direction for the development of policies and practices to support cultural and linguistic competence.Work in partnership with social marketing and evaluation teams to ensure outreach and inclusion of the American Indian population.Work with governance body and program staff to address disparities in service access and utilization.Work with clinical staff to assure appropriate use of evidence-based practices, best practices, and recruitment of ethically diverse providers.Coordinate services between program providers and traditional healers from their respective tribes.Outreach to the community to promote awareness of the program.Responsible for identifying child/family resources and linkages.Comply with agency guidelines, policies and procedures,.Arrange work schedule to benefit the Center program and clients with the approval of Clinical Supervisor/Program Director.Adhere to agency policies, requirements for professional licensing/certification, and with ethical standards; advance the goals of UAII in a manner that embodies the agency?s philosophy.Maintain strict confidentiality of client and personnel information adhering to HIPAA, 

professional codes of conduct, State of CA regulations, and UAII policies and procedures.Keep Program Director well-informed regarding activities, pending issues and potential problems.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

 

? Other duties as assigned or required to fulfill the purpose of the position.

 

QUALIFICATIONS ? Required

 AA degree in related field and two years of related experience.A self starter who is able to work independently and as a team member; who consistently demonstrates professionalism, courtesy, efficiency, excellent internal and external customer service, high ethical standards and behavior that contributes to harmonious relationships. Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated ability or willingness to work with culturally diverse populations, youth, and professionals.Knowledge of and/or sensitivity to the needs of the American Indian community/culture.Willingness to learn new skills and participate in training sessions relevant to the position.Clear background check.Valid California driver?s license and automobile insurance.Availability to work evening and weekend hours as required.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS ? Preferred

 AA or BA in a related field from an accredited college or university.Experience working with the American Indian community.Experience working within health, human service, or education organizations.Knowledge of the Title VI of Civil Rights Act.Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (Public Law 93-638).Knowledge of Culturally and Linguistically appropriate stands-?CLAS?Experience working with new initiatives.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 Able to work at a computer for up to 6 hours per day.Able to perform the following tasks during the work day:  reading, writing, speaking, listening, typing, sitting, standing, walking and driving a car.Current negative/inactive Tuberculosis test/x-ray results on file.Negative results on pre-employment drug test.

 

 

Preferences in hiring are given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian preference must submit verification of Indian Status certified by the tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.