Child Protection & Safety Specialist

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska; Macy (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a dedicated case manager to support child welfare and juvenile justice. The role involves managing intake, assessments, safety planning, and coordination with the Omaha Tribal Court and Office of Juvenile Services evaluations.

Responsibilities include conducting home visits, preparing reports for court, maintaining records, and providing crisis intervention when needed.

Qualifications

• Associates' Degree in social work, Human Services, Counseling or related field preferred, plus relevant experience.
• High school Diploma or GED required; two years in related field encouraged.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all cases and information.

Responsibilities

• Handle intake calls/reports of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Complete initial assessments on allegations of child abuse/neglect.
• Assess risk and develop risk assessment findings.
• Coordinate with Law Enforcement for investigations.
• Initiate court involvement for abuse, status offense and juvenile offender cases.
• Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans.
• Prepare case plans, court reports and maintain frequent court correspondence.
• Conduct monthly home visits with wards, parents and others.
• Enter data into the NFOCUS system and maintain records.
• Attend court hearings and testify as required.
• Conduct family assessments and home studies.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Transport wards to meetings, court hearings and appointments.

Skills

Case management

Child welfare

Confidentiality

Education

Associates' Degree in social work

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a dedicated case manager to support child welfare and juvenile justice. The role involves managing intake, assessments, safety planning, and coordination with the Omaha Tribal Court and Office of Juvenile Services evaluations.

Responsibilities include conducting home visits, preparing reports for court, maintaining records, and providing crisis intervention when needed.