Youth Prevention Operations Manager - YP021

Job DetailsJob Location: River House - Portland, OR 97214Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $62,608.00 - $68,482.00 SalaryJob Shift: Day    

Title: Youth Prevention Operations Manager

Location: River House - NARA NW Administration Bldg - 211 SE Caruthers St, Portland OR, 97214

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Wage Range: $62,608.00 - $68,482.00 annual, Exempt, Salary

 

If you are a motivated and dedicated Operations Manager looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

 

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

 

Position Overview:




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The Youth Prevention Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating operational, administrative, and grant-related functions that support the success of NARA NW's Youth Prevention Program. This position serves as a key liaison between the Youth Prevention team and the Grants Management, Evaluation, and Finance departments to ensure effective communication, compliance, reporting, and program implementation.
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 The Manager supports culturally responsive prevention programming for Native American youth ages 10–24, helping to reduce substance use and suicide risk through community-based prevention activities and partnerships. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, skilled in project coordination and data management, and committed to building positive relationships with youth, families, Tribal communities, and partner organizations.

 

What you will do:


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Coordinate and manage grant-funded projects by tracking timelines, deliverables, budgets, reporting deadlines, and performance measures.
Develop, maintain, and improve systems for tracking grant outcomes, objectives, program activities, and required documentation.
Prepare grant reports, outcome summaries, and supporting documentation within established deadlines.
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Oversee data collection, quality assurance, and reporting processes for Youth Prevention programs and activities.
Collaborate with staff to ensure accurate measurement of program goals, objectives, and outcomes.
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Serve as the primary liaison between the Youth Prevention Program and internal departments.
Coordinate meetings, project activities, and communication among program staff, leadership, funders, Tribal partners, schools, and community organizations.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with Tribal communities, educational institutions, community partners, and stakeholders.
Support weekly Youth Nights, prevention groups, leadership development activities, and community events.
Attend and support Tribal Prevention Camp and other prevention-focused community engagement opportunities.

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Demonstrate cultural humility and provide services that honor Native American traditions, values, and ways of knowing.
Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes the dignity and well-being of all individuals.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and organizational goals.


 
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QualificationsWe would like to hear from people that have:


Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Human Services, Behavioral Health, or a related field preferred
Knowledge of youth prevention programming, including mental health, suicide prevention, and substance use prevention.
Experience with grant management, compliance, reporting, data tracking, and program evaluation.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to effectively work with diverse populations using culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work occasional evenings and weekends.
Must pass required drug screening, criminal background, and DMV checks.


Preferred Qualifications


Experience working with Native American/Alaska Native youth, families, and communities.
Experience working in nonprofit, Tribal, public health, behavioral health, or community-based organizations.
Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) credential; or ability to obtain certification within two (2) years of hire.
Experience facilitating prevention, wellness, or suicide prevention trainings.


 

What’s in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 


Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account 
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC


How to apply:


To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.


NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.