Health & Social Services Director

1. Works in concert with medical director to plan organize, supervise, direct, manage and/or perform activities involved in the providing of health and medical care services, complying with tribal, federal, and state programs and services.


2. Supervise, manage and/or perform activities involved in the providing of outreach programs and services.


3. Oversight of the federal diabetes program Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI).


4. Evaluate services proposed and delivered and make recommendations to maximize, integrate and coordinate existing resources to minimize gaps and overlaps in service delivery.


5. Develop and implement comprehensive employee development and training plans for the tribal health center.


6. Develop, oversee implementation and monitor all aspects of a business office for the purpose of third -party billing and revenue cycle management.


7. Develop and implement strong linkage with the Pueblo s wellness center programs and other tribal related programs.


8. Develop, implement and monitor all contractual relationships as approved by the Governor and/or Tribal Council, specifically the Indian Health Service.


9. Prepare and monitor special agency reports. Identify issues through monitoring and outcome measures.


10. Ad hoc non-voting member of the Sandia Pueblo Health Advisory Committee Board. Work with board to update and implement overall strategic plan and compliance program.


11. Prepare and administer a departmental budget.


12. Creates an environment of team member engagement and fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment.


13. Research, draft and submit proposals for grant funds and other contributions in all areas of health and community outreach programs.


14. May serve on and/or give reports to boards, commissions and/or committees at the discretion of the Governor, Tribal Council where personal expertise and/or functional responsibility require participation.


15. Solicit community involvement with health and community outreach programs.


16. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

1. Creates an environment of team member engagement and fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment.


2. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

1. Ability to analyze, supervise and direct the work of others.


2. Ability to evaluate health and community outreach programs.


3. Ability to evaluate and make recommendations for health codes and regulations. (Code Red and Code)


4. Ability to work on accreditation for AAAHC or JCAHO.


5. Ability to develop and administer a departmental budget.


6. Ability to prepare and make presentations, speeches and seminars.


7. Ability to promote participation in health programs.


8. Ability to coordinate activities between the Pueblo and government/community agencies.


9. Ability to assess service needs, personal facilities and equipment.


10. Ability to provide quality health care services while ensuring financial viability and effective cost containment methods and accountability.


11. Knowledge of health and social services principles, practices, programs and reporting requirements.


12. Knowledge of substance abuse programs and services to include laws and regulations, treatment and prevention methods and aftercare procedures


13. Knowledge of the health disparities related to Tribal/Native American health services.

1. High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent


2. Bachelor s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Health/Hospital Administration or related field from an accredited college or university.


3. Five (5) years experience providing medical health care services.


4. Master of Science in Health Administration, Public Health, or Business Administration is required.


5. Tribal/IHS/UIHS experience at least 5 years is required.


6. Must have experience in healthcare related field for at least 5 years.


7. Prior supervisory experience required.

1. Prior clinical experience (MD, NP, PA, DO, etc.), as well as academic preparation in business or health services administration

1. Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.


2. Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver s License.


3. Current CPR and First Aid certifications is preferred


4. The following immunizations and titers are required prior to employment start date:
   
   
   • Hepatitis B series or immune by titer
   
   
   • Tdap
   
   
   • MMR or immune by titer
   
   
   • Annual TB test
   
   
   • Annual Flu vaccination (seasonal)
   
   
   • COVID booster (optional but encouraged)
   
   
   
   


5. Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.


6. Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.