Victim and Young Offender Support Specialist– Knik Tribe is looking for a motivated team member who has a passion for creating opportunities for our Tribal Members and eligible participants who reside in our service area. This position will require knowledge, case management, and support for youth victims of substance abuse and/or youth delinquency. Case support will be required to understand and administer grant funds as well as related education programs. This position will provide referral services, career exploration, outreach, advocacy, cultural support, and workshop facilitation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one coaching and life skills.
• Assist in the facilitation of group activities or workshops.
• Work as part of a team: the team includes co-workers, partner agencies and the participant.
• Manage an active participant caseload.
• Establish goals with youth by administering appropriate assessment tools, interpreting results and developing plans to identify education and career pathways, and/or employment placements.
• Maintain regular contact with tribal partners.
• Collect and manage required data for quarterly and annual reports.
• Provide follow-up contact with program participants in accordance with our federal requirements.
• Conducts outreach activities to recruit participation in KT programs/services. This includes attending meetings/coalitions and community outreach events.
• Collaborate to foster a multisystemic response to the opioid and substance abuse crisis.
• Reduce negative outcomes for youth impacted by opioids and other substances.
• Assist in grant writing projects.
• Provides administrative/clerical support, filing, data entry and word processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of college education and a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience; or any combination of training and experience that provides the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Excellent computer skills with IBM compatible computer systems and variety of Microsoft programs.
• Knowledge of Alaska Native and American Indian cultures and local community resources.
• Must pass a criminal background check and free of barrier crimes.
• Clean driving record.

General Information:

Location: 1744 N Prospect Drive, Palmer, AK 99645

Supervisor: Knik Tribe Social Services Director

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Salary: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour DOE/E. Plus full benefits FEHB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.

To Apply: Submit Resume to:

Sarah Schwarzer at sschwarzer@kniktribe.org

For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers