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S ile t z N e w s
Employment Opportunities
POSITION OPENING
Position Title:
Location:
Supervisor:
Salary/Wage:
M edical Social Worker (.5 FTE)
Siletz, Oregon
Clinical Director
17.46 per hour
Introduction: The Medical Social worker provides intensive social work
services, consultation, and support of the Siletz Community Health Clinic
(SCHC) and other Tribal health care programs.
M inimum Requirem ents: Masters degree in Social Work with 3-5 years
medical and/or clinical social work. Knowledge of interviewing and
counseling techniques.
Knowledge of physiological, psychological, behavioral, and social
variables of alcoholism and other substance abuse. Knowledge of current
theories and practices in the area of treatment, prevention, aftercare
therapy regarding alcoholism and substance abuse including current
research in Children of Alcoholics concepts.
Demonstrated skill in counseling and relating to persons with substance
abuse problems and their families. Knowledge of human growth and
development psychodynamics and therapeutic techniques gained
through formal and informal training. Ability to form an appropriate
group, including group leadership, group dynamics, groups therapeutic
process, family dynamics, and family therapy. Knowledge of psychotropic
medications. Ability to interpret community culture, values, and
structure. Knowledge of dynamics of mental health consultation.
M ajor Duties: Provides counseling and follow-up services to patients,
individual or group, to include supportive therapy, family or group
therapy, assists in referral to other resources when needed. Primary
services with female clients. May be expected to meet with some male
clients and participate in co -ed activity. Works closely with SCHC medical
staff in interpreting and coordinating services to m eet patient needs.
Provides case and program consultation for the development of
T h e f o l l o w in g in fo r m a t io n a p p lie s i o a l l C o n fe d e r a te d T ribes o f
S ile t z In d ia n s j o b p o s i t io n s p o s t e d h er e:
EVALUATION CRITERIA: The following criteria will be used to
identify the best qualified applicant:
A. Education
B. Experience
C. Training
D. Work Performance
E. Performance Test
F. Interview
HOW TO APPLY: All applicants must submit a Tribal "Application
for Employment Form." Applications must be postmarked by the
closing date. TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR TRAINING OR
EDUCATION, DOCUMENTATION MUST BE PROVIDED. If
applying for more than one position, separate applications will be required
for each position.
SEND APPLICATIONS TO: Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Attn: Personnel Officer
P.G. Box 549
Siletz, OR 97380
All persons selected for employment must pass the drug testing
procedure described in the Tribe's Personnel Manual before being
hired. A valid drivers license will be required by the date of
employment. The high school diploma/GED requirement will be
waived for Tribal Elders.
The Tribe's Indian Preference Policy will apply. Tribal government
will not discriminate in selection because of race, creed, age, sex,
color, national origin, physical handicap, marital status, politics,
membership, non-membership in an employee organization.
For more information and Tribal Application you can call the job line
at 1-541-444-8296 or 1-800-922-1399.
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comprehensive community mental health services. Collaborates with and
provides consultation to the CTSI Community Health Department (CHD),
mental health, church, educational, law enforcement, and other
community organizations and individuals in promoting mental health
and alcoholism prevention treatment, and aftercare program activities
through individual and group meetings, training and other informational
sessions. Identifies and coordinates developmental and training needs for
staff as needed.
Participates in the training of CTSI-CHD mental health workers and
Alcohol and Drug staff, as well as all SCHC staff. Participates in local
training programs for SCHC and CTSI-CHD staff and tribal projects as
requested. Training may cover stress reduction, suicide prevention,
parenting, the disease concept of chemical dependency, treatment
recovery process, prevention orientation, methods of treatment, youth
and family issues, orientation to crisis intervention techniques, principles
of patient confidentiality and other needs of staff and the community.
OPENING DATE:
3/23/98
CLOSING DATE:
4/3/98
POSITION OPENING
Position Title:
Supervisor:
Location:
Salary:
Community H ealth Advocate I
Community Health Director/Area Office Supervisor
CTSI, Portland Area Office, Portland, Oregon
$19,807 annually
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent, and one
year of health-related coursewprk or experience working with the public
in a health or social service related field. Basic understanding of healthcare
systems and payment mechanisms utilized by Siletz tribal members,
including Contract Health Care, Oregon Health Plan, and IHS medical
facilities. Knowledge of local, private, and county healthcare service
systems and individual medical providers. Knowledge o f basic preventive
health practices in the areas of nutrition, tobacco, alcohol, and drug use,
physical activity, communicable disease, maternal-child health, and
routine health screenings. An understanding of disease and illness, and
skill sufficient to teach clients, and to impress upon them and their family
members the necessity to continue the procedures of proper health care.
Willingness to model preventive health practices during work hours.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification (provided upon employment).
Valid Oregon Driver's License, liability insurance, and safe driving record.
Ability arid willingness to travel locally and long distance in accordance
with tribal transportation policy. Knowledge of the unique health
concerns of Native Americans required.
Human Relations Requirements: Professionalism in appearance, behav­
ior, and communication during contacts with clients and their families,
healthcare providers, and other agencies serving Siletz Tribal Members.
Professionalism is marked by appropriate office attire and behavior;
courtesy and tact; and maintenance of client confidentiality at all times.
Ability to build and maintain client rapport and trust through a
nonjudgmental attitude, advocacy, timely follow-up to client requests, and
unconditional positive regard. Maintenance of personal and professional
boundaries. Therapeutic boundaries in interactions with clientele are
necessary to maintain professionalism and to ensure proper utilization of
community health staff. Ability to exercise good judgment in situations
significantly impacting client and/or own safety and well-being.
Responsibilities: Reduce barriers to Tribal members receiving health
services;: This includes 1) serving as ljaison and/or referral source
between clientele and relevant tribal programs, healthcare providers, and
county, state, and federal agencies; 2) providing advocacy for client as
needed; and 3) providing or arranging transportation in accordance with
tribal transportation policy. Provide health information and activities to
the Tribal membership in local service area through monthly newsletter
submissions, quarterly health promotion activities, and periodic health
screenings. Serves as local distributor and educator of health and safety
equipment including bicycle helmets, car seats, and Elders Safety Project
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