Lead Prevention / Intervention Specialist

To be considered for this position, please apply directly on the Fond du Lac website:
Fond du Lac Band - Employment Opportunities

Job Info

• Job Identification 874
• Posting Date 05/16/2025, 11:06 AM
• Apply Before 05/30/2025, 11:59 AM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Marigold Lane, Cloquet, MN, 55720, US

Job Description

Division/Department: Human Services – Substance Use Disorder

Location: Human Services- As Designated

Reports To: Youth Activities Coordinator

Probationary Period: 90 days – Full time, 120 days – Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Classification: Child-Related CA

Driver’s License: Level 3

Rate of Pay: $20.45-$23.01

Responsibilities

• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor staff and youth
• Will engage in direct service with youth and families to model tasks performance for groups, and individual activities
• Will be required to create and facilitate ATOD educational presentations to youth, staff, schools and community at large
• Assist supervisor with collection of data for grants, satisfaction surveys, and attendance records.
• Assist supervisor with planning, organizing, coordination and supervision of prevention/intervention activities.
• Assist supervisor with inventory and maintenance of all program equipment and supplies.
• Assist supervisor with ordering equipment and supplies.
• Assists supervisor in staff evaluations and assesses efforts required to accomplish stated goals.
• Act as the Prevention/Intervention point of contact in the supervisor’s absence.
• Will fulfill the duties of the Prevention/Intervention Specialist when needed.
• Ensures confidentiality of financial records and all records for employees, band members, and/or clients.
• Assists supervisor to develop, monitor and improve program content.
• Submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the department coordinator.
• Assist supervisor to conduct monthly program audits.
• Transports clients to and from PI programming and/or activities as needed.
• Appropriate/Professional work attire is required.
• Must attend all mandatory department trainings.
• Ensures confidentiality of financial records and all records for employees, band members and/or clients.
• Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems.
• Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.
• Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Class D Driver’s License with Fond du Lac Insurability is required.
• Associate’s degree in social work, criminology or criminal justice, education, counseling, human services, sociology, psychology or another related field is required.
• Three years of experience working directly with youth and families in a structured setting is required.
• Experience working with diverse populations is required.
• Experience in leadership roles is required.
• Experience in prevention and intervention is preferred.
• Must be free of chemical use problems for at least one year immediately preceding hire and must sign a statement attesting to that fact.
• Knowledge of computer applications to include word processing, Access, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook is required.
• Knowledge of Native American communities, culture, customs and beliefs is preferred.
• Experience working with Native American clients, communities and is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
• Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.
• Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
• Subject to immunization review and submitted proof of required vaccinations.
• Travel is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Normal physical requirements.

About Us

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Nagaajiwanaang (Where the water stops), is one of the six Bands of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and a proud sovereign Ojibwe nation. We strive to be a diverse, supportive, and inclusive workforce that employs Fond du Lac Band members, native peoples, and those from our surrounding communities.  

As one of Carlton County's largest employers, the Fond du Lac Band is dedicated to elevating the community through a broad spectrum of programs and enterprises including our gaming facilities, tribal government, health services, and education that promotes our language, culture, and the preservation of our natural resources. 

The Fond du Lac Band is an employer that cultivates the growth of our employees and our programs; a place where you can develop your skills and gain experience that will positively impact the lives of those who call the Fond du Lac Band home.  Our hiring practices follow tribal employment rights outlined in Fond du Lac Ordinance #12/94 (TERO).   

Join the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in our mission to preserve and promote our community while contributing to its vibrant future.