Family Services Case Worker - Kenaitze Indian Tribe : Job Details

The Family Services Case Worker is responsible for the advocacy and protection of the Kenaitze Indian Tribes vulnerable children, adults, and families. The position is responsible for the delivery of a variety of field-based and in-home services, reports of harm investigations, parenting assessments, home safety assessments and planning, case plan development, judicial reporting in case matters, and visitation. The position is responsible for representing the Tribal and State Court venues in matters of abuse, neglect, and abandonment. The position will serve as a liaison between agencies or committees and the Tribe and serve as a primary member of the Tribes Un'ina Advocacy Multidisciplinary Team specific to field-work, case staffings, and advocacy efforts.

Essential functions include participating in case conferences, initial case plans, child case investigations, case management, and Tribal Court hearings where children in Kenaitze Indian Tribal Court jurisdiction have been removed or may be removed and represent the Tribes best interest to prevent unnecessary removal, placement, or adoption. The position will also intervene on behalf of children on allegations of child abuse or neglect (sex abuse, physical abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, and substance abuse). Other duties include supervising visitations, providing transportation for un'ina (clients), maintaining cultural connections for children in out-of-home care, educating families in parenting skills, maintaining comprehensive case records, and working in partnership with the State Adult Protective Services component.

Working conditions include lifting requirements, physical requirements, hazards and atmospheric conditions, and OSHA categories. The position requires the use of various equipment and tools, including a computer, copier, fax, scanner, and other office equipment. Travel will be required for home visits, meetings, and trainings.

Qualifications include an associates degree in social work or a related field, two years experience in case management, knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities, a valid Alaska State drivers license, and special skills in drug and alcohol abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, and child abuse, among others.