Goldbelt Heritage Foundation · 12 hours ago
Project Coordinator - SAMHSA (Goldbelt Heritage Foundation)
Juneau, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28.65/hr - $39.07/hr
2+ years expGoldbelt Heritage Foundation (GHF) is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and revitalizing the culture of the Tlingit people of Southeast Alaska. The Project Coordinator - SAMHSA will lead the implementation of the SAMHSA Native Connections grant initiative, focusing on reducing suicide and substance use among Alaska Native youth and fostering cultural identity and wellness supports.
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Responsibilities
Implement the Native Connections Strategic Action Plan, informed by community needs and readiness assessments
Coordinate culturally grounded interventions including:
GHF Youth Traditional Tlingit Canoe Group - develop curriculum, organize practices, coordinate canoe journeys, and incorporate Tlingit teachings into programming
Implement suicide prevention and wellness curricula and advocacy training for youth and local adults
Support and plan community-based cultural gatherings
Ensure program activities align with SAMHSA deliverables, timelines, and reporting requirements
Recruit, mentor, and support Alaska Native youth for the GHF Youth Wellness Advisory Board and Canoe Group
Facilitate culturally safe spaces where youth strengthen their identity, voice, and resilience
Support youth advisory groups, ensuring their leadership and perspectives inform programming
Strengthen collaboration with tribal organizations, schools, Elders, and healthcare providers
Coordinate with partners such as the Juneau Suicide Prevention Coalition, Tlingit & Haida, and the Zach Gordon Youth Center to provide culturally relevant suicide prevention, substance misuse prevention, and postvention support
Collect and track data on program participation, outcomes, and community impact
Support quarterly and annual reports in partnership with the Project Director and External Evaluator
Ensure all activities are trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and compliant with federal grant requirements
Travel, attend, and report back from the annual Native Connections grantee meeting
Attend all Native Connections online trainings
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of and respect for Alaska Native cultures, with demonstrated ability to integrate traditional values into programming
Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
Ability to build trust with diverse youth and community partners
Bachelor's degree in education, public health, social work, psychology, or a related field (equivalent experience considered)
Minimum 2 years' experience coordinating youth programs, behavioral health initiatives, or community-based projects
Ability to pass a background check
Position will be exposed to multiple allergens including cedar and wool (sheep and mountain goat)
Must be willing to travel to local and regional events via plane, car, ferry, etc. as needed
Preferred
Experience with SAMHSA-funded or other federal grant programs
Familiarity with traditional canoe practices, outdoor leadership, or intergenerational cultural instruction
Training in suicide prevention, substance misuse prevention, or youth mental health support
Established connections with Southeast Alaska Native communities and service providers
Company
Goldbelt Heritage Foundation
Goldbelt Heritage Foundation is an NGO that provides economic development support, gardening, cultural and educational programs.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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