NYAPRS Seeks a Cultural Competence Committee Coordinator
In addition to the work done through our advocacy, technical assistance, and initiatives, NYAPRS’ commitment to cultural competence is realized through the efforts of our Cultural Competence Committee. The Committee is a statewide coalition of New Yorkers who use and or provide recovery-centered, community-based, publicly funded mental health services dedicated to promoting the integrated delivery of culturally competent mental health services throughout New York State. Through forums, committee meetings, and special events, the Cultural Competence Committee acts to:
� Promote the integration of the concepts, values, principles and practice of cultural competence
� Promote the widespread availability of culturally competent mental health services throughout New York State
� Promote the rights of people with psychiatric disabilities and advocate for the elimination of health care disparities.
Position Summary: The Cultural Competence Committee Coordinator will provide primary staffing support to the NYAPRS Cultural Competence Committee for up to 20 hours per month with more time as approved by the Executive Director.
Major Responsibilities/Activities:
- Sets and posts Cultural Competence Committee meeting schedule online;
- Assures that member list is kept updated;
- Works with the Executive Director and Committee chair to develop the monthly meeting agenda and sends it out prior to each meeting;
- Attends monthly Cultural Competence Committee meetings and assures that minutes are taken, distributed and posted;
- Supports needed committee activity between meetings;
- Supports the Policy Director and Executive Director’s efforts to follow up on Committee-identified legislative and budget initiatives, advocacy with state and local agencies, and input on national initiatives;
- Initiates and assists with policy-related research and development;
- Drafts policy statements and positions for committee;
- Establishes and develops Cultural Competence priorities for NYAPRS training events;
- Aids in the coordination of Cultural Competence events and conferences and travels as needed for such events
- Hosts trainings and delivers presentations at Cultural Competence events as needed
- Uses the NYAPRS website actively for Cultural Competence promotion and information dissemination, and possibly regular interaction with committee members and the public;
- Attends staff development training seminars on current practices as approved;
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Requirements:
- Facility with computers, internet access and resources.
- High School diploma or GED/ Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to analyze data and write reports.
- Ability to act independently.
- Knowledge of and facility with Cultural Competence principles.
- Lived experience with the mental health system preferred.
Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, resume, and wage requirements to:
– OR –
NYAPRS
Director of Human Resources
194 Washington Avenue, Suite 400
Albany, NY 12210