ICWA Caseworker IV: Family Services Leader

Bristol Bay Native Association; Dillingham (AK); On-site; USD 47,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Bay Native Association in Dillingham, AK, is seeking a Caseworker IV in the Children’s Services Division to provide ICWA casework, local prevention activities, and service development within a broad social services program.

Candidates progress from Caseworker I to IV based on education and experience; background checks and travel to communities for home visits may be required. This position reports to the Children’s Services Division Manager.

Qualifications

• Caseworker I: High School Graduate/GED.
• Caseworker II: AA Degree or 2 years of progressive experience with casework.
• Casework III: AA or specialized certificate or training and at least a year of casework experience or achieved 3 years of progressive casework experience.
• Caseworker IV: BA or 4 years of progressive experience in field and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining knowledge of important linkages to ICWA Casework.
• Understanding the Federal Indian Child Welfare Act regulations, State of Alaska regulations concerning child abuse/neglect and the child in need of aid court proceedings; Mandatory reporting regulations; State of Alaska foster care licensing regulations.
• Knowing the programs and services available within the region: Work Force Development programs- TANF, LIHEAP, Childcare, General Assistance, Vocational Rehabilitation, Higher Education, BBAHC services- Jake's Place, Bristol Bay Counseling Center, Child Advocacy Center; SAFE; and other services and programs.
• Traveling for mandatory face-to-face meetings/trainings. (1-2 X per year)
• Protect program integrity and client privacy by keeping confidential information gained through employment secure.

Education

High School Graduate/GED; AA Degree or 2 years of progressive experience with casework; BA or 4 years of progressive experience in field and supervisory experience

Job description

Bristol Bay Native Association in Dillingham, AK, is seeking a Caseworker IV in the Children’s Services Division to provide ICWA casework, local prevention activities, and service development within a broad social services program.

Candidates progress from Caseworker I to IV based on education and experience; background checks and travel to communities for home visits may be required. This position reports to the Children’s Services Division Manager.