ICW Parenting Time Child Welfare Worker

White Earth; White Earth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

White Earth is seeking a Parenting Time Child Welfare Worker to supervise family visits in White Earth, ensuring safe, structured time for children and parents. The role requires adolescent-friendly communication, trauma-informed approaches, and strong documentation skills.

The position involves coordinating visits, maintaining confidentiality, and meeting certification and background check requirements. Hours can include evenings, weekends, and holidays in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Education or related field; Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years documented experience working with children and/or families.
• Must complete required ongoing higher education/certification at agency expense and time.
• Must obtain parenting education certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must pass FBI, state and local background checks prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Structure a safe, enriching environment for the child(ren) and family members to connect, maintain relationships, and have positive experiences together.
• Supervise interactions between parents and children; intervene when necessary in a trauma-informed way; assist parents with challenges during parenting time.
• Discuss rules of visitation with parents and relatives.
• Observe and document outcomes; provide reports to parties in the case; maintain documentation on supervised visitation.
• Follow visitation program policies and procedures; be prompt with visitation hours.
• Assist with transportation when necessary.
• Discuss supervised visits weekly with supervisor; seek feedback and guidance.
• Documentation of encounters using prescribed programs or apps immediately following visits.
• Mandated reports and significant concerns timely execution.

Skills

Written communication

De-escalation

Verbal communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Announcement
Position: Parenting Time Child Welfare Worker Open: 05/19/26
Location: White Earth Close: 056/02/26
Pay: $22.51/hr. Benefits: Full Status: Full Time

Position Outcomes

• Structure a safe and enriching environment for the child(ren) and family members to connect, maintain relationships, and have positive experiences together.
• Supervise interactions between parents and children; intervene when necessary, in a supportive and trauma informed way; assist parents with challenges during parenting time, as necessary.
• Discuss rules of visitation with parents and relatives.
• Observe and document outcomes; provide reports to parties in the case. Maintain documentation on supervised visitation.
• Report concerns immediately to parties involved; obtain feedback and make adjustments.
• Treat parents, guardians, children and relatives with respect and dignity; maintain confidentiality.
• Support family members and children to ensure visitation occurs frequently.
• Be prompt with visitation hours for parents and children.
• Follow visitation program policies and procedures.
• Guide activities when necessary.
• Provide structured, productive time inside and outside for parents and kids.
• Utilize parenting curriculum when required to support skill building, increase safety and supervision.
• Assist with transportation when necessary.
• Discuss supervised visits weekly with supervisor; seek feedback and guidance.
• Participate in training, certification and enhancement of skills.
• Documentation of the encounters; using a computer and prescribed programs or apps is required immediately following visits.
• Mandated reports and significant concerns are required to be executed in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in written documentation and intermediate level computer skills including all Microsoft Office programs
• Skilled in de-escalation techniques; transition techniques; and stabilizing situations.
• Skilled in verbal and written communication. Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners, and all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours that may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to adhere to confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to adhere to policies, procedures, and rules.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment within department.
• Able to pass background check clearance, and any other mandatory agency requirements

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Education or related field, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice preferred; or any combination of education and work experience that's equivalent to a bachelor's degree,
• 2 years documented experience working with children and/or families.
• Must complete all required ongoing higher educations and/or certification at the agency expense and time.
• Must obtain parenting education certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must pass FBI, state and local background checks prior to starting the position
• Valid Driver's License and insurance for travel between sites and other business-related destinations

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