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OneEighty, a private, non-profit organization that provides comprehensive addiction, domestic violence, mental health and behavior health services in and around Holmes and Wayne Counties is seeking to hire a full-time Diversity Outreach Coordinator who will work with OneEighty, Anazao Community Partners, the Counseling Center, Catholic Charities and NAMI Ohio to increase access to services for underserved populations. In addition, The Coordinator will help to facilitate a more diverse workforce.
Essential Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:
- Promoting improved awareness and integration of CLAS standards across the continuum of care in the community.
- The Coordinator will focus on increasing access to services for underserved populations with opiate/stimulant addiction and co-occurring disorders within participating organizations.
- Assist participating organizations to develop a strategy for welcoming and retaining a more diverse workforce.
- Provide training to staff and community on issues related to behavioral healthcare and diversity.
- Maintains a professional demeanor and adheres to ethical, moral, and legal standards established by professional organizations and governing entities. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Maintaining strict confidentiality of client issues and OneEighty matters as defined by personnel policies, professional ethics, and applicable laws.
- Practicing within areas of competency.
- Complies with grant expectations and assurances.
- Advances a positive and professional image of OneEighty in the community and creates opportunities to educate the community concerning outreach for special populations. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Leading the Cultural Awareness Committee
- Providing orientation, training, consultation and technical support to community groups.
- Developing presentations to be given to various community groups and acts as a liaison with these groups.
- Educating the professional community regarding all aspects of cultural awareness.
- Promotes a collaborative approach and a positive working environment at OneEighty. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Demonstrating a willingness to collaborate with colleagues to improve services.
- Attending workshops and professional meetings to continuously develop professional skills as determined by the supervisor.
- Attending staff meetings and trainings as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or a related field. Knowledge of the dynamics of cultural studies preferred.
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver License and maintain a driving record that allows the individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing OneEighty’s vehicle insurance. Local travel may be required.
- May not currently receive clinical services at OneEighty.
- If in recovery must have two years of continuous sobriety.
- Ability to use a computer; proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Excellent listening skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
- Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality; able to maintain confidentiality under HIPAA standards.
- Ability to work cooperatively with professionals from multiple disciplines.
Work Schedule and Benefits: Full-time, Exempt. Schedule is flexible and determined by organization needs. Some evening hours may be required. Benefits include generous paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k) pension contribution/match, health/dental/vision insurance, flexible spending and more! Immediate Supervisor: Director of Quality Improvement & Innovation Pay Range: 36,000/year – 42,000/year commensurate with education and experience The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Any offer of employment will be based on the outcome of a background check and the ability to pass a drug screening prior to employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, ancestry, military status or any other characteristic protected by law. OneEighty is an Equal Opportunity Employer.