Chronic Disease Prevention Projects Director

About the role

The Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or “the Board”) in 1972.

NPAIHB is a 501(c)3 designated (non-profit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each member Tribe designates a delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors.

Our mission is to “eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services.” We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest.

Job Title: Chronic Disease Prevention Projects Director

Reports to: Clinical Support Services Division Director

• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Retirement Contributions
• PTO
• Paid Holidays

Funded Through: September 29th, 2028

Classification: Salaried, Exempt

Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Regular w/ Benefits

Location: Portland, OR

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary contact for NTEP/BOLD Network inquiries and communication (promotional material requests, training & presentation requests, etc.)

Provides BOLD and NTEP program direction and support in alignment with NPAIHB Strategic Plan

Directs the delivery of the Chronic Disease Prevention projects which improve the quality of life for tribal Elders and older adults living with dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and traumatic brain injuries for both the Clinical Division and for other NPAIHB programs (including the THRIVE, TOR, TCHPP, ECHO, Cancer, and Tobacco programs), as well as the CDC, IHS ETHICS II, IHS CHAP, and SAMSHA grants, along with future projects and services

Participates in (and leads, where appropriate) all NPAIHB Chronic Disease Prevention projects related grant meetings and program discussions

Leads the accomplishment of the BOLD and NTEP program goals in collaboration with NPAIHB staff, Tribal partners, and consultants, including:

• Reducing the risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD)
• Improving the integration of caregivers into processes and systems
• Increasing awareness and understanding of ADRD topics among both the general public and by furthering professional development of providers

Plans, coordinates, and implements the dissemination of information about ADRD risk reduction, early diagnosis, management, and the role of caregiving by scheduling and coordinating trainings on ADRD primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention to tribal communities and tribal health care providers and healthcare systems.

Facilitates and provides staff support to the Elders Committee meeting during the Quarterly NPAIHB Board of Directors Meeting (QBM)

Coordinates, prepares and assists NW Tribal Elder program staff with planning meetings, trainings, conferences and workshops

Conducts long-term and short-term research (including surveys, feasibility studies, and research studies) to guide Chronic Disease Prevention projects development, improvement of services, and expansion of Tribally based best practices for NW Tribes

Updates BOLD and NTEP program priorities throughout the year, as directed by Northwest Tribes, the NPAIHB Elders Committee, and through the NPAIHB Strategic Planning process and/or annual federal and state policy priorities

Works closely with supervisor and other NPAIHB leadership staff to support the identification of Northwest, federal, and state policy priorities related to Chronic Disease Prevention projects

Prepare NTEP/BOLD training materials (including PowerPoint presentations, announcements, manuals, handouts, etc.) and present at tribal and urban site visits and at regional & national trainings

Provides general support to during the QBM as advised

Represents projects and NPAIHB at regional and national meetings and conferences

Creates and implements capacity building and quality improvement strategies based on the needs and priorities of Northwest Tribes

Oversees sustainability initiative for funding sources, including writing grants, finding funds, managing overall programmatic budgets every fiscal year, and modifying budgets as appropriate

Supervises one (1) project staff member (the BOLD Project Coordinator), including assisting with hiring, preparing performance evaluations, reviewing work plans, and assigning and reviewing new projects

Prepares and manages contracts and workload with outside consultants

Evaluates and coaches the performance and expectations of all staff and contractors, including identifying and coordinating training and professional development needs

Ensures that staff and contractors are following organizational policies, procedures, and directives, and requirements of NPAIHB partnering agencies and other relevant parties

Completes staff performance evaluations within 30 days of employee’s anniversary date, and within 30 days of the completion of employee’s six-month probationary period (as applicable)

Works in collaboration with Executive Director and Human Resources on staff disciplinary procedures as outlined in the Program Operations Manual

Manages the preparation and submission of all required project reports within the BOLD program

Drafts and reviews project-related external contracts

Engages staff in the collection of pertinent data to meet reporting requirements

Administers budget expenditures through partnership with staff to ensure projects remain on budget and in compliance with the funding requirements of granting agencies

Maintains well-organized filing systems for all the BOLD program related required documentation and supporting records (both electronic and hard copy) in compliance with both NPAIHB and funding agency requirements, including securely archiving files as appropriate

Prepares activity reports for NPAIHB Delegates (for Quarterly and ad hoc Board Meetings), the clinical division director, eMar, and funding agencies

Submits a Monthly Activity Report (MAR) to the Division Director of Clinical Support Servies at the end of each month, and any additional reports required to track project activities as needed

Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinical Support Services Division Director and/or Executive Director or designee

Act in service to the Tribes and Tribal communities we serve

Uphold the Mission, Values, and Vision of the NPAIHB

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality with all NPAIHB information and documentation

Consistently exhibit professional behavior and a high degree of personal and professional integrity and impartiality appropriate to the responsible and confidential nature of the position

Exercise good judgment and initiative in performance of duties and responsibilities

Demonstrate high emotional intelligence in the performance of all duties and responsibilities

Orientation toward learning, innovation, service, and the building of second-line leadership

Commitment to building an organizational culture which centers NPAIHB’s service to Tribes, promotes professional excellence, and builds an environment where employees grow and thrive

Commitment to build an inclusive workplace across a range of identities and experiences, including (but not limited to) geography, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, class, language, disability, religion, spiritual practices, and immigration status

Sees diversity as a strength, and equity as a baseline

Work in a cooperative manner with all levels of management and with all NPAIHB staff

Effectively plan, organize workload, and schedule time to meet workload demands

Use reasonable judgment to consistently display professional work attire during normal business hours, and/or dress appropriately for the workday, space, or event in lieu of a formal dress code

Be present, available, and responsive for meetings and calls during regular working hours

Commit to sharing knowledge and building expertise by participating in all virtual spaces in our workplace with cameras on

Show consideration by communicating effectively and building collective understanding

Recognize relationships are the cornerstone of NPAIHB’s work by treating all NPAIHB delegates/ alternates, partners, staff, and American Indian/Alaska Native people with dignity and respect

Participate willingly in NPAIHB activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in program management, grant management, or tribal relations may serve as an acceptable substitute
• Master's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration or related field is preferred