ICW Case Manager: Safeguarding Children & Families

Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe is seeking an Indian Child Welfare (ICW) Caseworker to provide direct services and case management within the tribal community. The role requires knowledge of ICWA, strong assessment skills, and collaboration with tribal, county, state agencies, and law enforcement to promote child safety and family well-being.

Responsibilities include home visits, safety planning, court involvement, data management, and outreach initiatives, with a focus on reunification and

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 3 years of direct case management experience.
• ICW experience or working with Native American populations.
• Knowledge of child welfare practices and related tribal, federal and state laws.
• Knowledge of LEKT community, history and culture.
• Knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).
• Ability to assess risk of child abuse and neglect and placement needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services and case management for Social Services programs with independence.
• Assesses client needs and makes referrals based on available programs.
• Maintains monthly in-person home visits for youth and high-risk clients; quarterly contact for others.
• Completes trainings, prepares reports, and participates in meetings as directed.
• Maintains organized, audit-ready client files and compiles data for reporting.
• Investigates reports of abuse/neglect to assess risk to children.
• Ensures ICWA compliance and reunification efforts where applicable.
• Coordinates with Enrollment to determine eligibility for ICWA and supports legal departments.

Skills

Child welfare knowledge

ICWA knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associates degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field (preferred)

Tools

Word-processing software

Spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe is seeking an Indian Child Welfare (ICW) Caseworker to provide direct services and case management within the tribal community. The role requires knowledge of ICWA, strong assessment skills, and collaboration with tribal, county, state agencies, and law enforcement to promote child safety and family well-being.

Responsibilities include home visits, safety planning, court involvement, data management, and outreach initiatives, with a focus on reunification and