Tribal Child Welfare Social Worker

Tulalip Tribes; Tulalip Bay (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tulalip Tribes in Washington state seeks a skilled social worker to protect Indian children under the Juvenile Youth and Family Code. The role actively engages families to prevent abuse, reduce risk, and reunify children with their parents when possible, while keeping them connected to culture.

Responsibilities include case management, preparing court documents, testifying, and representing Beda?Chelh and Child in court, with emphasis on family preservation and cultural continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work required.
• MSW may substitute for one year of experience.
• MSW in related field may substitute for six months of experience.
• One year paid social services experience.
• WA State Driver’s License and personal automobile insurance prerequisites.
• Background check required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Protect and preserve Indian children and families under the Tulalip Tribes Juvenile Youth and Family Code.
• Engage children and families in services to prevent or reduce risk of abuse or neglect, or reunify children with their parental home.
• Prepare court documents, testify and represent The Tulalip Tribes Beda?chelh and Child in proceedings.
• Keep children connected to their culture, families and traditions.
• Provide ongoing services to families where risk is high or there is court involvement.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) may be considered in lieu of one year of experience

Master’s Degree in related field may be considered in lieu of six months experience

Job description

The Tulalip Tribes in Washington state seeks a skilled social worker to protect Indian children under the Juvenile Youth and Family Code. The role actively engages families to prevent abuse, reduce risk, and reunify children with their parents when possible, while keeping them connected to culture.

Responsibilities include case management, preparing court documents, testifying, and representing Beda?Chelh and Child in court, with emphasis on family preservation and cultural continuity.