Social Worker II - Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation : Job Details

Announcement #2025-006Issue Date:01-08-25Closing Date:01-14-25Social Worker IINak Nu We ShaDepartment of Human ServicesHourly Wage: $21.11-$23.75/Regular/Full-TimePerforms case management of services provided to children and families. Assesses risk of child abuse, neglect, and out of home placement. Provides crisis counseling to children, Youth, and families relative to placement. Prioritizes steps for reunification throughout the life of a case, unless to do so, causes the child further duress. Work involves unusual and After-Hours duty in the event of crises and may include overnight situations. Must be able to work independently using professional judgement to make decisions within established policies, procedures, and professional standards. Work entails traveling to transport and/or meeting with clients assigned to caseload and must be able to provide court reports as well as attend court hearings in a timely manner. Work entails attending trainings and meetings as assigned. Work includes following the chain of command and being able to maintain confidentiality on behalf of NNWS clients and their families. This position is at a Social Worker II level, but management may consider filling the position with a Social Worker I level to be promoted to the Social Worker II level upon successful completion of an on-the-job training plan. Including other duties as assigned.Examples of Work Performed:Participates in program case staffing, LICWAC, FTDM, and/or multi-agency case staffing.Develop and implement appropriate service plans and agreements with clients that are goal directed.Plans include specific behavioral objectives, which are measurable and time limited.Upon consultation with the Yakama Tribal Prosecuting Attorney, prepares cases for court proceedings, prepares, and presents written and oral testimony along with court report and supporting documentation.Maintains case management services to facilitate out-of-home placement and services needed for continual out-of-home care may include guardianship, long-term foster care or other arrangements.Refer clients for psychological, psychiatric, and medical evaluations and treatment provides information on community services.Coordinates regular family and sibling visitations and may need to supervise visitation at times.Coordinates and provides transportation to clients.Must conduct health and safety visits to children on case management assignments every 30 days and/or as YN Children's Court order mandates.Participates in advanced program and non-program training; mandated RCT CORE Indian Child WelfareAct training, and trainings that apply to the population of children NNWS serves.Must submit monthly client data to program manager and case manager supervisor.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of Yakama Nation Culture and Traditions.Knowledge of principles, practices, and professional standards of social work case management.Knowledge of Yakama Tribal systems utilized to deliver services to children and families.Knowledge of Tribal, federal, and state laws, policies and guidelines that govern services to vulnerable children and families.Knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act and Native American Children's Safety Act and Adam Walsh Act.Knowledge of risk assessment policies, procedures, and practices.Knowledge of group dynamics as applied to family counseling and child development.Knowledge of court procedures and role as an expert representative in court proceedings.Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team processes.Ability to maintain professionalism with co-workers, clients, associates, and the general public.Ability to work in a cooperative and sensitive manner with clients and groups.Ability of organize, prioritize, and manage a large caseload on a daily basis.Ability to present material effectively in written and oral form.Ability to work independently and productively.Ability to work in stressful situations.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.Ability to follow Chain of command and Yakama Nation Personnel Policies.Ability to complete case management duties and coordinate services for clients.Minimum Requirements:Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.Five years of work experience as a Social Worker I or related field.Must consult with person with a Master's degree in social service or related field for one hour for every twenty hours.Must be a role model to children and families.Must possess a valid CPR/HIV card or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.Must show and attend CORE Social Worker Certification.Must be 21 years or older.Ensure 16 or more hours of child welfare are completed yearly.Must pass a pre-employment background check.Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.Preferred Requirements:Masters Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.