Tribal Human Services Case Manager & Advocate

Ponca-Tribe-of-Nebraska; Norfolk (NE); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Human Services Case Manager in Norfolk, NE to assist tribal members in accessing resources and achieving self-sufficiency. This non-exempt role requires strong community connections, documentation, and collaboration with multiple agencies.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, coordinating services, preparing monthly reports, and partnering with the child welfare program. Travel and occasional after-hours work are required.

Formación

• Associates degree in a human services field or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Two years experience in case management or advocacy.
• Experience connecting with community resources.
• Interpersonal skills working with vulnerable populations.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Must successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
• Able and willing to travel in and out of the Ponca Service Delivery Area.

Responsabilidades

• Promote Tribal and cultural heritage by connecting Ponca members with services, resources, and programs available.
• Build relationships with Ponca members within assigned district to promote services, build trust, and foster open communication.
• Assist in identifying community resources that contribute to self-sufficiency and sustainable lifestyles.
• Provide case management and document services offered, available, or provided to Ponca members.
• Maintain accurate client and program files within approved software systems.
• Cooperate and collaborate with Federal, State, local, and nonprofit agencies.
• Complete monthly reports outlining program goals, objectives, service plans, and achievements.
• Provide direct services and advocate to meet identified needs of members.
• Assess needs of Ponca members which includes conducting intake activities, home visits, and attending meetings/hearings/appointments as deemed necessary to ensure health and wellbeing of clients.
• Partner with child welfare program to provide case management services and support to Ponca children and their families.
• Participate in departmental planning, staff meetings, committee assignments, certification coursework, and education events as directed.
• Facilitate support group and community education events as needed.
• Practice strict confidentiality in accordance with all applicable Ponca Tribe of Nebraska policies.
• Assist in meeting the goals and objectives of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Driver's license

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Travel readiness

Educación

Associates degree in a human services field

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is seeking a Human Services Case Manager in Norfolk, NE to assist tribal members in accessing resources and achieving self-sufficiency. This non-exempt role requires strong community connections, documentation, and collaboration with multiple agencies.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, coordinating services, preparing monthly reports, and partnering with the child welfare program. Travel and occasional after-hours work are required.