Project Aware Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Open to the Public

Full-Time

6/30/26-OUF

Days and Shifts: 1st Shift, M-F 8a-5p

Grant Funded Position Through September 20, 2028

Wage: $24.49

SCIT recognizes that work-life balance is essential in day to day operations. Our Flexible Schedule and Telework options for employees make it possible to balance the needs of your family while still being on track at work. Flexible Schedule and Telework options are based on the departments need. The Tribe is a community based organization and we understand your family life is important, it’s important to us too.

Here are some of the benefits our team members get working for the Tribe: 16 Paid Holidays off include: New Year’s Day, M.L. King Jr. Day, President's Day, Easter Monday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, SCIT National Holiday, Labor Day, Michigan Indian Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. We never miss those special moments with our children, family & friends due to working.

Our paid time off accruals for annual and sick leave are as followed: 0-3 years of service = 2 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked; 3-9 years of service = 3 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked; 10 years or more of service = 4 hours of annual & sick per 40 hours worked. Plus you get 16 hours of personal time per calendar year (prorated based on your start date, resets every Jan.1). We also have Bereavement, Longevity, Fitness, and maternity/paternity leave.

Full Time employees get Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance. Flex Spending accounts, Teladoc, life insurance, accidental death, Long Term Disability, Aflac, and 401K which SCIT matches up to 4%.

Prescription plan with free fills on most generic brands when using our Cardinal Pharmacy.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Education Director, responsible for the overall coordination and completion of activities to meet the goals of Project AWARE and duties of the SCIT Community Project Manager. Oversee the daily operations of the Project AWARE program including management of all employees and funding sources; coordination with three Local Education Agencies (LEAs); and compliance with the funding agreement, project proposal, and best practice standards. All education staff must adhere to mandated reporting laws. This is a grant funded position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with local, state, private, and tribal agencies to build program capacity.
• Serve as the outreach person for community resource coordination.
• Develop and coordinate community outreach and education.
• Communicate and serve as a liaison between Project AWARE team members.
• Act as the teacher resource contact and Evaluator Point of Contact.
• Guide the strategic planning process.
• Facilitate local planning meetings; prepare agendas; maintain meeting minutes.
• Organize and implement trainings.
• Oversee development of new services.
• Represent Project AWARE at quarterly events, meetings or with other relevant groups such as local school boards.
• Ensure timely collection, completion, and submission of all data inclusive of quarterly progress reports.
• Fiscal management of local grant funds.
• Promote and publicize Project AWARE accomplishments.
• Strengthen ties with area mental health providers.
• Interview and hire program staff, supervise and evaluate staff work performance, and ensure disciplinary actions are in accordance with Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Review case files and documentation practices.
• Attend educational workshops, review professional publications, and establish networks with other service providers.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with Tribal Operations and Education policies and procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service for all internal and external customers of the operations at all times. Provide solutions for customer concerns and continually focus on customer service as our top priority.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality and present a positive, professional demeanor and image at all times.
• The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Contacts/Purpose of Contacts:

• Contact with tribal youth, adults, families, general public, social services, other agencies and providers deemed appropriate to accomplish effective services and treatment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor`s Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or Human Services related field.
• Two years` experience in project and personnel management, communications and working with school systems, and community collaborations and partnerships.
• Grant administration experience including work plan development and implementation.
• Demonstrated background and experience related to administration of health services; experience in program planning, development, evaluation and implementation; and experience in working with professional staff.
• Must be able to pass background check to meet the employment eligibility requirements as they pertain to the position.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master`s Degree.

License, Certification, or Special Requirements:

• Obtain HIPAA certification within five business days of hire.
• Must have a valid State of Michigan Driver`s License with the proper designation required for the vehicle utilized to perform the job duties; must be able to obtain and maintain a Tribal Driver`s License and qualify for coverage by SCIT auto liability insurance carrier.
• Native American preference shall apply to all positions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of grants management.
• Knowledge of appropriate resources and referral agencies.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Skill in budget preparation and administration.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing and analyzing operational and financial reports.
• Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Ability to interview and communicate illicit information and gain cooperation from clients.
• Ability to coordinate and plan programs and other educational and outreach activities.
• Ability to present educational programs in front of large and small groups and create educational materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to represent organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence in the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent use of hands, wrists, fingers associated with computer equipment.
• Required to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent walking and standing throughout the community to provide educational programming.
• Normal visual acuity, ability to talk and hear.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Normal office environment, community and schools.
• Travel may be required.