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Yurok Tribe

Social Worker

Yurok Tribe, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Salary:

$27.23 - $38.81 Hourly

Location :

All Areas

Job Type:

Full-Time Non-Exempt

Job Number:

202300076

Division:

Health and Human Services

Department:

Tribal Child Welfare Beh. Health

Opening Date:

08/09/2024

Closing Date:

11/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:Under general supervision of the ICWA Manager, the incumbent will carry a case load involving individuals and families and will be required to find cultural and creative was to ensure provision of prevention and intervention services; joint case management with IV-E Social Workers and County Child Welfare Social Workers to ensure that each tribal child and family receives individualized treatment and specialized application of casework methods and skills; provision of comprehensive casework services; and perform related work as required. Individual must be energetic, forward thinking, flexible and open, and practice from a trauma informed perspective with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.

Quarterly Bonus:

Position qualifies for $5,000 sign on bonus to be paid in end of quarter increments of $1,250. Payments will need to meet performance requirements.Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RSPONSIBILITIES:1. Conduct case studies, risk and safety assessments; psychosocial assessments and strengths and needs assessments to determine social service needs of clients.2. Develop case plans and provide cases management; develop professional working relationship with families; and advocate for Yurok children in accordance with Yurok policies, programs, funding, and traditions under supervision.3. Implement culturally relevant prevention and intervention services that reduce risk and increase protective factors for an identified program and target population.4. Attend Tribal and State Court proceedings and make verbal and written recommendations to the court on foster care placements, guardianships, termination of parental rights and various issues involving the tribal family. May be required to testify in court to speak on the record to represent the position of the Tribe as an ICWA Advocate.5. Conduct investigations and assessments of allegations of abuse and/or neglect of children.6. Facilitation of parent/child/relative visitation.7. Transition and independent living planning with youth 14 years and older.8. Educational advocacy for school aged children and youth.9. Conduct concurrent planning for all children in foster care.10. Provide Crisis intervention to families, youth, elders and vulnerable adults11. Facilitate child and family team meetings.12. Maintain ongoing staffing with the Tribal Child Welfare Director and staffing caseload data, court recommendations, placements and other issues regarding the case load and other related programs.13. Assist in the facilitation of community engagement sessions, groups and team meetings, and workshops.14. Prepare and maintain case records and program reports using tribal databases and follow all policies related to data maintenance.15. Use and maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:1. Grade 9 Bachelor's degree in related field with two years job specified experience.2. Grade 10: Bachelor's degree in related field with three years job specified experience.3. Employee must be willing to acquire any special certifications or attend any training that is determined to be relevant or becomes required of the position in the future.YTC Approved 2/22/24 24. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of:1. Socio-economic conditions and trends.2. The principles of individual and group behavior.3. Current issues in the field of social welfare.4. Principles of interviewing and problem-solving methodology.5. The general principles of public assistance policies and programs.6. Principles and techniques of interviewing and recording of social casework.7. Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office or similar programs.8. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and community.9. Knowledge and understanding of local Tribal communities including cultural values and beliefs, history, family systems and community.10. Local, State, and Federal standards, legislation, and requirements associated with social work and Tribal communities especially ICWA.11. Community resources providing social services and protection for Tribal families.12. Socio-economic, cultural patterns, and associated backgrounds to Tribal customs.13. Safety issues pertaining to home visits; potential for/and acknowledgement of dangerous situation.14. Awareness of symptoms/problems related to alcoholism and drugs, and how to advise families on assistance/intervention.15. Interpersonal skills, using discretion, patience, and courtesy.16. Effective and appropriate Public Relation techniques.17. Effective and appropriate oral and written communication skills.Ability to:18. Coordinate resources and communication to meet identified client needs, assuring effective and sufficient services.19. Conduct extensive genealogical research for the determination of Tribal extended family.20. Understand, communicate with, and establish rapport with Tribal community.21. Establish and maintain contact with community resources, which provide social services and assistance.22. Prepare required reports and maintain records and files per the Departmental guidelines.23. Assure proper and timely resolution of issues and problems.24. Interpret, apply, and explain related policies and procedures.25. Maintain confidentiality.26. Work independently with moderate direction.27. Communicate effectively with coworkers and community partners.28. Communicate effectively, orally and within written work.29. Organize and establish priorities.30. Operate a computer and other assigned office equipment.31. Be able to follow and sign professional code of ethics and conduct.32. Must be able to sign and follow the Yurok Social Services Values/Ethics/Staff Expectations.33. Advocate on behalf of the Tribe and its children, youth, elders, and families.34. Recognition that in order to serve Yurok People one must know as much as possible about Yurok history, culture and values.Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:1. All applicants will acknowledge and follow all Yurok Tribe personnel and other policies and procedures.2. All applicants are subject to the Tribe's Drug and Alcohol Policy including pre-employment screening.3. Valid state issued driver's license and/or the ability to obtain a California driver's license. Must be insurable on the Tribe's insurance policy.4. Must pass a background investigation and fingerprint clearance.5. This position requires compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Public Law 101-630; 25 Code of Federal Regulations Part 63 - Indian child Protection and Family Violence Prevention; Crime Control Act of 1990, Employee Background Checks; and Executive Order 12968, Adjudicative Guidelines.

We offer complete benefits package to full-time employees including:*Medical *Dental *Vision*Life Ins. *Rx *AirMed (Air Ambulance)*401k *401k (match up to 3%)*Employee Assistance Program16 Paid Holidays Calm app (meditation/music channel)Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per weekover the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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