FOSTER CARE WORKER

CSKT Department of Human Resource Development; Pablo (MT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

CSKT Department of Human Resource Development seeks a Foster Care Worker for a contracted position in Pablo, Montana. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, or four years of relevant experience with vulnerable populations.

Applicants must meet licensing and background check requirements, and comply with drug testing policies. A valid MT driver's license and compliance with tribal employment rules are also needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology or related field, or 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat; strong writing skills.
• Must have Montana driver's license and be a mandatory reporter of child abuse/neglect.
• Background check and pre-employment drug testing required; drug-testing program applies.
• Submit tribal employment application, transcripts, and documents; tribal enrollment if applicable.
• Closing date: October 5, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide foster care services and support to vulnerable populations.
• Complete required documentation and maintain records.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a

Strong writing skills

MS Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

FOSTER CARE WORKER(CONTRACT POSITION)DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENTSOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION

The successful applicant must possess a bachelors degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology or related field or an equivalent of 4 years of experience working with vulnerable populations or a combination of work experience with vulnerable populations and college level courses in the above fields equaling 4 years. Experience with computer skills, scanner and other office equipment, MS Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat as well as strong writing skills is preferred. This position is a testing designated position (TDP) under the terms and conditions of the CSKT drug-testing program and implementing rules. Employees will be subject to random (drug/alcohol) testing. This position is subject to a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630, 25USC Section 3201 and Public Law 101-647, 42USC Section 13031. Must have never been convicted of or plead guilty to a felony crime of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sexual offense or a crime of violence. Must never have a CPS substantiation of child abuse/neglect. Must possess a valid Montana Drivers license. Position is a mandatory reporter of child abuse/neglect. All applicants must submit a Tribal employment application, a copy of relevant academic transcripts, & training certificates, and a copy of a current, valid Drivers License. Any enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe must be submitted. Enrolled CSKT members, please submit a copy of your Tribal Identification Card. First Generation Descendants, please submit evidence (may be obtained by the Enrollment Department). Members of another federally recognized Tribe, please submit a copy of your Tribal Identification Card. If you are not an enrolled Tribal member, documentation is not needed. If you claimed Veterans preference, a copy of the DD214 form must be submitted. You may submit letters of reference, a cover letter, and/or a resume to complement the application packet. FAILURE TO SUBMIT VERIFICATION OF THE QUALIFYING INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION PACKET DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a complete Background Investigation is required before your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes, must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period.

Salary range is $24.02 to $27.61 per hour.

The closing date is Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER