Community Resource Specialist I, II- Yagheli Shesh Qenq'a

Community Resource Specialist I

Hiring Range $28.17 to $37.56

Community Resource Specialist II

Hiring Range $34.50 to $46.01

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Community Resource Specialist is responsible for performing work with clinic staff, customer-owners, and social resource sources regarding the coordination of a broad range of Federal, State, and Local programs, services, and resources as well as time-intensive care coordination tasks. They are able to function as part of multiple Integrated Care Teams and work with provider teams, referral sources, and customer-owners to improve the customer experience and overall quality of care.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experiences. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

1. BA or BS degree in Nursing, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work or a closely related Human Services field from an accredited college or university; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Additional Qualifications for Community Resource Specialist II:

1. Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, Marriage Family Therapy, Psychology or Social Work; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Native Preference:

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.