Bow Coach - ($64,950 - $103,923 Annually) Doe

Under the supervision of the BOW Project Coordinator, this grant funded, term-limited position will be responsible for working collaboratively with staff to develop individualized plans that support professional development goals related to Peer Support for trainees.

This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

• Implement a research –based, coordinated coaching strategy for staff.
• Analyze information, create and submit required reports.
• Because of the Tribe's commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
• Use BOW Project vision, mission, and philosophy as a foundation for planning and implementing services.
• Participates in staff meetings, committees and training sessions.
• Assists in development of BOW Project training plan.
• Composes and proofreads correspondence and reports.
• Assists with effective strategies to help staff and trainees with employment related goals.
• Conducts test to assess trainee’s skills and abilities and provide feedback on results.
• Additional experience and/or a combination of education/experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement.
• Builds trust and maintain non-judgmental relationships with trainees and staff.
• Use skills to model appropriate practices with trainees.
• Maintains accurate records of all trainees.
• Identify trainee’s strengths and then advise on how to utilize those strengths in their employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Psychology, Human Relations, Social Work or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a mentoring, coaching, teaching, or advising role.
• Facilitates and provides training, coaching and technical assistance with trainees.
• Engage in dialogue and problem solving using reflective inquiry, both individual and group.
• Provide information on suitable career opportunities based on the trainee skills, qualifications, interests and experiences.

Knowledge of

• Knowledge of current approaches to teaching.
• Familiar working in Native American communities.
• Experience working with a diverse population and specific demographics.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Skilled in

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Possess strong management skill and the ability to develop and implement programs based on individual trainee needs, establish goals, and plan activities to meet those stated goals.
• Resourceful and innovative in finding useful information.
• Excellent problem resolution skills.
• Working in a mentoring or advising role.
• Use of standard office equipment and technology, to include Microsoft Office products.

Ability to

• Recognize weaknesses and develop plans to aid in personal and career growth.
• Flexible; have strong initiative; work with little supervision.
• Learn new ideas and skills.
• Organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals.
• Communicate ideas, advice, feedback and critiques professionally and concisely in individual and group settings.

The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this class.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.