Truancy Coordinator

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe; Cass Lake (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe in Cass Lake, MN is seeking a Truancy Program Administrator to implement and advance truancy prevention within the Child Welfare Department. The role focuses on reducing truancy among local students and coordinating with schools, courts, and tribal entities.

A relevant degree is required, with supervisory experience preferred. Strong skills in budgeting, reporting, and MS Office are needed, along with the ability to travel and maintain confidentiality in a Native

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field, or in process of obtaining.
• Two-year Associate’s Degree in Education or Human Services.
• One year experience in program planning and administrative management preferred.
• One year of supervisor experience preferred.
• Two years experience in planning and offering services to American Indian children and families is preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act and the Indian Child Welfare Act preferred.
• Native American preference.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test, criminal, and Social Services background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, problem solving, and implementation of program services with management.
• Prepare reports on local program activities and share with staff and management.
• Review budget forecasts and be familiar with financial needs for services.
• Become knowledgeable of tribal codes relating to juvenile services.
• Work with Legal Department regarding truancy matters.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, county staff, schools and community partners.
• Advocate for families to receive services from agencies.
• Provide ongoing advocacy and support for students in school and court.
• Coordinate schedules with school and court personnel for truancy hearings.
• Prepare weekly written progress reports for truancy personnel.
• Collaborate with programs to plan youth activities and truancy incentives.
• Maintain client records in SSIS.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings and provide orientation for new employees.
• Meet deadlines and prioritize workload; attend activities outside normal hours as needed.
• Provide face-to-face client contact and submit billing for contacts.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings; support Native American culture and ethics.
• Travel in and out of state as needed; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting knowledge

Report writing

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Social Work or related field

Associate's degree in Education or Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

License/Certification Requirements: Valid MN Driver’s License, current insurance or be insurable.

Summary: Responsible for the implementation and development of a Truancy Program for the Leech Lake Child Welfare Department. The goal is to prevent and reduce truancy of Leech Lake children and youth attending area schools.

Education Requirements and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or other related field, or in the process of obtaining.

Minimum requirement of a two-year Associate’s Degree in Education or Human Services.

One year experience in program planning and administrative management preferred.

One year of supervisor experience preferred.

Two years experience in planning and offering services to American Indian children and families is preferred.

Experience in Microsoft Office applications is preferred.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Knowledge of the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act and the Indian Child Welfare Act, preferred.

Native American preference.

Ability to pass pre-employment drug test, criminal, and Social Services background checks are required.

Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for all Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe positions.

Supervisory Duties:

Direct supervision of Truancy Case Managers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Participate in planning, problem solving, and implementation of program services, working closely with management to ensure effective delivery of services.

Prepare reports on local program activities, share with program staff and management as needed.

Review budget forecasts and be familiar with financial needs for services offered.

Become knowledgeable of the Leech Lake Tribal Codes relating to services surrounding juvenile matters.

Work closely with the Legal Department pertaining to Truancy.

Maintain a respectful working relationship with colleagues, Leech Lake Reservation Program employees, county Human Services staff, local school personnel, and other community shareholders.

Identify resources and advocate for families to receive services from agencies that may assist in resolving truancy.

Provide ongoing advocacy and support for students in school and in court.

Coordinate schedules with school and court personnel regarding attendance at truancy hearings.

Prepare a weekly written report to school truancy personnel to inform them of students’ progress made and/or status of court orders.

Collaborate with other programs to facilitate youth group activities and plan for truancy improvement incentives.

Maintain client records through State Reporting System (SSIS).

Facilitate staff meetings on a regular basis.

Provide internal orientation and mentoring opportunities for new employees.

Meet deadlines and prioritize workload.

Attend program activities outside normal work hours as necessary.

Provide face-to-face contact with clients.

Submit billing for those contacts.

Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.

Support and maintain sensitivity to Native American culture, lifestyles, and values.

Travel in and out of state as needed.

Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professional ethics at all times.

Work effectively with minimal supervision.

Adhere to all applicable data privacy laws.

All other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 30 pounds or more and use proper body mechanics.

Be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Ability to work within and internal, non-smoking environment.

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The Band will not discriminate in the administration of its employment policies on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, color, gender, age, disability, political preference, sex, sexual preference, or marital status.