ICWA Advocate & Tribal Case Manager

Lower Sioux; Morton (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Sioux is seeking a Tribal Case Manager/ICWA Advocate to coordinate care for citizens and descendants on and around the Lower Sioux Community. You will manage protective services and prevention efforts for adults and children, linking families with resources while maintaining strict confidentiality.

You will conduct assessments, file thorough documentation, and collaborate with county agencies and schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field strongly preferred.
• Current Minnesota State Social Work license (LSW, LCSW, LICSW) strongly preferred.
• Will consider education and experience totaling a minimum of six years.
• Previous experience as a Tribal Case Manager/ICWA Advocate with adults, children, and families in a public or private social service agency.
• Knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act and the Minnesota Family Preservation Act.
• Knowledge and experience working with Native American communities, culture, customs, and tribal laws.

Responsibilities

• Screen for safety and determine the level of care and support.
• Conduct assessments and gather evidence to assess clients’ needs.
• Update individualized, strength-based, family-oriented case plans.
• Provide services and referrals to improve quality of life and community strength.
• Complete billing documentation in a timely manner.
• Monitor service quality and coordinate new services/resources as needed.
• Complete case management per Lower Sioux Domestic Relation Code and applicable law.
• Respond to crises and emergencies to support clients.
• Coordinate transportation for clients as needed.
• Provide adult and child protection investigations and family prevention services.
• Conduct forensic interviews of children when needed.
• Adhere to court orders and after-hours on-call expectations.
• Be flexible with hours and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Oral and written communication

Suicide prevention training

Motivational interviewing

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Minnesota State Social Work license (LSW/LCSW/LICSW)

Job description

Lower Sioux is seeking a Tribal Case Manager/ICWA Advocate to coordinate care for citizens and descendants on and around the Lower Sioux Community. You will manage protective services and prevention efforts for adults and children, linking families with resources while maintaining strict confidentiality.

You will conduct assessments, file thorough documentation, and collaborate with county agencies and schools.