Community Health Aide Program Student Support Specialist

The Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or “the Board”) in 1972. Guided by a vision of “Health and Wellness for the Seventh Generation,” NPAIHB is a 501(c)(3) designated (nonprofit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each member Tribe designates a Delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors. Led by our Board of Directors, NPAIHB’s mission is to “eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services.” We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest. Position Summary The Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) Student Support Specialist supports student recruitment, enrollment, education progression, certification, and workforce placement across NPAIHB’s CHAP disciplines, including Behavioral Health Aides (BHA), Community Health Aides (CHA), and Dental Health Aides (DHA). The CHAP Student Support Specialist serves as a central liaison among prospective and enrolled students, Tribal health organizations, Tribal education programs, the Indian Health Service (IHS), and CHAP education and certification partners to strengthen student access, engagement, and successful progression through CHAP pathways. The CHAP Student Support Specialist must have thorough knowledge of project coordination and student support processes and demonstrate strong skills in planning, organization, communication, and implementation. The position requires the ability to coordinate multiple student-facing and program activities, maintain accurate student information and records, support stipend and certification processes, and communicate effectively with students, Tribal partners, and other external partners. The CHAP Student Support Specialist supports NPAIHB’s CHAP team, which provides health systems support and education resources to NPAIHB’s 43 member Tribes. The team includes approximately six (6) staff. The CHAP Student Support Specialist reports to the Director of Behavioral Health Education. This scope of work is housed within the Clinical Division of NPAIHB. This position is based at NPAIHB’s offices in Portland, Oregon and is expected to work on-site in accordance with applicable workplace and telework policies, including attendance at designated in-person meetings and activities. Local travel and overnight travel outside of the area are required. See “Travel Requirements” for more information.

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