JOB TITLE: Wellness Project Coordinator

LOCATION: Anchorage OR APIA Region-Based

SALARY: Depending on Experience

WORK HOURS: 7.5 per day, 5 days a week (full-time)

DUTIES: Lead, develop, coordinate and administer the youth-focused HIV/STI prevention program for ANTHC’s Project Wangkuta under existing priority planning measures and project implementation given in accordance with agency, federal and state guidelines. Potential to oversee additional project activities aimed at providing improve American Indian and Alaskan Native (AI/AN) tribal health, focused on health promotion and chronic disease prevention. Facilitate the Native It’s Your Game 2.0 program, complemented by engaging, culturally relevant enrichment activities, in both traditional classroom and/or virtual setting. This approach aims to promote positive behavior changes related to pregnancy prevention and STI reduction by providing education on delaying sexual activity, increasing condom and contraceptive use, and reducing the number of sexual partners, while fostering healthy decision-making and communication skills.

Work closely with members of the CHS Wellness Services team to develop, promote, plan, recruit, and deliver workshops, trainings, camps, and academies, if appropriate. Travel to communities to facilitate related grant objectives and activities therein, if appropriate and necessary. Track project progress and engagement using various strategies including but not limited to one-on-one communication, peer network group, feedback surveys, existing databases, etc. Work with tribes and community partners to extend reach and impact on project initiatives. Utilization of distant delivery equipment (for example, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Vidyo for tele-behavioral health services). Serve as the main representative with the various Center for Disease Control (CDC), Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), tribal healthcare provider constituencies, associations, institutions and state agencies, governmental and regional community structures, etc. within the areas served by the Project Wangkuta grant. Participate in university, state, regional, and national committees as requested. Prepare and administer budgets, in collaboration with the CHS Wellness Services Administrator or designee. Work collaboratively with the ANTHC evaluation team with data management and ensure sound evaluation plans are established and implemented. Collects, evaluates, updates and analyses various forms of data as it relates to assigned programs and project initiatives. Facilitate and manage network meetings; communication, facilitation, meeting set up, minutes & record-keeping, etc. Attend and contribute to the SW Alaska Steering Committee for Health and Resilience in the development of policy, strategic planning, problem identification and solution development. With critical thinking and sound judgement; assists with the program evaluation and analysis of problems, and the selection and implementation of effective course of corrective action as needed.  Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Attend all required program and division meetings, complete required Community Health Services (CHS) monthly reports, and responsible for the contribution of project highlights in newsletters and board reports. Effective written and oral communication with supervisor, coworkers, and community partners. Must adhere to project restrictions. Seek and obtain additional funding. Develop and maintain partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS:  BS/BA degree from an accredited university in a related health or human service field. Previous leadership and supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of project management experience to include the use of standard methodologies on complex projects in a healthcare environment. Passionate about managing a grant-funded project that addresses critical youth issues such as sexually transmitted infections, HIV, unplanned pregnancy, and other health concerns, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills to make informed, healthy decisions for themselves and support their peers in making positive choices. Candidates must demonstrate a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency, and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of the population served. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills supported by documented experience and professional references.

Experience in successfully facilitating staff and community meetings. Experience working with state and local partnerships, especially those serving rural Alaskan communities. Experience in successfully facilitating staff and community meetings in-person or virtually. Willing to take training and attend workshops and meetings periodically to enhance job performance and knowledge. Willingness and means to travel and have a valid Alaska Driver’s License. 

Ability to work independently and to execute projects and tasks in a timely, responsive, accurate and thorough manner. Experience with the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs for youth, adults, and/or non-traditional learners.

Submit resume along with an APIA Job application to:     

              Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association, Inc.
             Attn: Chief Human Resources Officer
             1131 East International Airport Road
             Anchorage, Alaska  99518
             nancyb@apiai.org            
    Phone:   (907) 276-2700
     Fax:        (907) 279-4351

*          Native preference will be given to qualified applicant pursuant to P.L. 93-638.