Project Director

SUMMARY The project director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Community Synergy project, including timely project implementation, the achievement of goals and objectives, adherence to timeliness, and the achievement of members. Performs all general management functions including project planning and development, and personnel management, and assists with or performs budgeting and procurement of funds management.

JOB DUTIES Monitors and maintains requirement-specific conditions and fiscal accountability, ensures all project compliance is carried out and program goals and objectives are met. Plans, directs, monitors, and coordinates services of the Community Synergy Program. Responsible for overall effectiveness and quality of care.

Responsible for timely implementation and fidelity of evidence-based practices (EBP). Conducts quarterly performance assessments in collaboration with the project evaluator. Oversees daily operations of the project. Prepares all program reports in an accurate and timely manner according to established FNA policies and procedures and ensures timely submittal of all reports including monthly reports to administration and all reports required by granting agencies.

Responsible for program reporting to SAMHSA with routine conferences with SAMHSA GPO. Responsible for meeting program timelines, including quarterly meetings with the Evaluator. Plans, collaborates, and consults with other FNA departments, and local, state, and federal organizations that include needs assessments, quality assurance, and evaluation.

Maintains confidentiality per 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA. Maintains overall compliance with CARF regulations. Oversees fiscal management, including analyzing and/or assisting with budget development abiding by FNA policies and procedures. Attends all required FNA meetings, professional meetings, workshops, and training as required.

Page Break Maintains knowledge of current and future needs of the project and adjusts for emerging needs. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health; and appropriate skills in working with consumers with Mental Health/Substance Use disorders.

Must have experience working successfully with the AN/AI population and experience providing culturally specific programming, understanding, and sensitivity to diverse cultures and lifestyles. Fosters a team-spirited approach, supervises staff in a manner that motivates and enables them to do their job effectively and efficiently, and oversees staff development opportunities.

Skill in managing multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meeting deadlines. Strong communication and computer skills, effective organizational skills, and written, analytical, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, agencies, and consumers.

The incumbent of this position must work well under pressure, meetings, and multiple and conflicting deadlines. The incumbent shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and consumers. Ability to work independently as well as with teams. Ability to apply customer service concepts and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(Education & Experience) Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field. A combination of experience, education, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for degree requirements. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in project management. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing service to Alaska Native and American Indian populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

(Education & Experience) Master’s degree in a related field Experience working in behavioral health. This title was revived on 1/23/24 for the SAMSHA-related project directors.