Tribal Relations & Family Support Liaison

Siouxland Human Investment Partnership; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Siouxland Human Investment Partnership is seeking Family/Tribal Liaisons for the MYFI Project to work throughout the life of each case, liaising with tribes and families to mobilize resources and enhance Native community services.

The role emphasizes maintaining up-to-date tribal contacts, documenting case activity, and promoting tribal enrollment where needed, while coordinating with CPS and tribal partners to support Native families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an up-to-date tribal contact list and track resources to support Native families.
• Conduct monthly conferences with supervisor and attend CPS/tribal meetings as needed.
• Assist families to mobilize resources to meet identified needs and document activities within required timeframes.
• Engage with tribes early in cases, promote tribal involvement with services, and facilitate home studies when requested.
• Update ancestry charts, gather family background, and maintain documentation for enrollment and ICWA applicability.
• Attend handoff meetings and participate in ongoing service phases, including court hearings and community engagement.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Siouxland Human Investment Partnership is seeking Family/Tribal Liaisons for the MYFI Project to work throughout the life of each case, liaising with tribes and families to mobilize resources and enhance Native community services.

The role emphasizes maintaining up-to-date tribal contacts, documenting case activity, and promoting tribal enrollment where needed, while coordinating with CPS and tribal partners to support Native families.