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Job ID: 14012927
 
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Job Title:Family Services Specialist
Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Minimum $59,700.00 Yearly
Benefits:401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Vacation or PTO, Vision Plan
 
Physical Required:No
Drug Testing Required:Yes
Education Required:Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
Required Skills:
QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Knowledge of ICWA

Experience interviewing and gathering data and information

Commitment to a healthy way of life

The ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends

Ability to pass a health examination

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality for all participants and their families

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision

Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure

Sensitive to Native American Culture

Must pass drug screen (UA) and a federal criminal background check in compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act

Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:*

Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to sit for long periods of time with occasional amounts of standing or walking


REQUIRED TRAINING:

Effectively Handling Harassment training
Any position-related training as determined by department manager


WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, but may include occasional outdoor activities


DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.



The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community.
Preferred Skills:
Preferred

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Social Services field

DHS MN Child Welfare Foundation Training Certificate
 
Job Description:
Closing Date: Open until filled



SUMMARY:

The Family Services Specialist works to create a cohesive, integrated plan of intervention and prevention services for needy families in the Prairie Island Indian Community and native families in the surrounding service area. This position will also be responsible for the implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

Provide case management; perform client intakes and investigations

Provide referral and support services to families and individuals in the Prairie Island Indian Community and the Native American population in the surrounding service area

Locate appropriate services in response to client’s needs

Network with area service agencies to provide necessary services to individuals and families

Provides education, prevention and program information through gatherings, community meetings and newsletter articles

Attend regional and local training sessions in the Indian Child Welfare Act and other sessions which affect family services and child welfare

Attend multidisciplinary (inner-office) meetings which include chemical dependency, health, education and family services to determine specific plans for clients served

Testify and confer with legal counsel on court-related issues involving children and families

Perform home and institution visits with client families to monitor progress and provide assistance and direction as needed

Prepare and maintain written documentation on client services

Other duties as assigned

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