Wellness Manager

Wellness Manager

Department: Wellness

Program: Health Systems

Reports to: Health Systems Director

Supervises: Tobacco Intervention Change Coordinator, Youth Tobacco Prevention Coordinator, Structural Integration Specialist, Health and Wellness Coach, Traditional Healer, Wellness Supervisor

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Wellness Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of the wellness services at Dena'ina Wellness Center (DWC). The Wellness Manager is accountable to ensure that the Wellness Department programs promote holistic wellness, health promotion and disease prevention in collaboration with the Health Systems Departments. The Manager is accountable to ensure that wellness programs are operated as specified in grants and contracts in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, the Tribe's policies and procedures and professional ethics. The Wellness Manager is responsible for integration of wellness services within the larger Health System Departments and works to improve the overall wellness of un'ina . The Wellness Manager is responsible for planning and implementing wellness education and other associated wellness activities for individual, group and/or community needs.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for supervisory duties to include interview, hire, provide orientations, mentor and train staff in the Wellness Department
• Implement quality improvement strategies for activities and programs within the Wellness Department in collaboration with other Tribal Departments
• Develop and incorporate holistic, culturally-honoring curricula and practices and promotion of traditional values in wellness programming
• Evaluate health education programs for effectiveness; perform research on relevant topics and develop and/or revise curricula modules and/or presentation materials as appropriate
• Responsible for ensuring all documentation is accurate in un'ina (patient's) electronic health record (EHR) and ensures all communication with un'ina (patient's) is documented in the EHR chart
• Develop and monitor the Wellness Department budget and expenditures
• Responsible for pursuing grants related to the Wellness Department and collaborating with the Grants Department
• Responsible for providing accurate and timely grant reports
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Computer, copier, fax, scanner, and other office equipment

List Tools:

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle:

Travel

• Local
• In-State
• Out-of-State

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in health related field, or a combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree

Experience

• Five (5) years' of work experience in health and wellness
• Five (5) years' of supervisory experience
• Three (3) of experience in budget management

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• Knowledge of traditional healing practices, including herbal medicine, spiritual healing and cultural ceremonies
• Ability to integrate traditional and holistic approaches with modern wellness programs

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, within 90 days of hire

Special Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to effectively interpret needs and act as an advocate for a specified client population
• Knowledge of federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
• Ability to design, prepare, deliver and modify course curriculum and associated educational aids
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations
• Knowledge of community health services, agencies, and available resources
• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.