Truancy Intervention & Family Support Specialist

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe; Cass Lake (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe is seeking a dedicated professional to implement and develop a truancy program within the Child Welfare Division. You will work to prevent and reduce truancy among Leech Lake children and youth in local schools, collaborating with a team to achieve program goals.

The role requires an Associates Degree or in-process education in related fields, with preference for experience serving American Indian families and knowledge of the ICWA/MIFPA acts.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Education, Social Work or related field; may be waived if in the process of obtaining.
• Two years experience in planning and offering services to American Indian children and families preferred.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act and Indian Child Welfare Act is required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and annual criminal background check.
• Native American preference.

Responsibilities

• Upon referral, conduct home visit to educate parent/guardians of options to resolve truancy problems.
• Develop case plans with parents and student to assist in resolving truancy issues.
• Identify resources and advocate for family to receive services from agencies that may assist in resolving truancy.
• Maintain a contact form to document activities of agency contact, parent involvement, and student progress.
• Provide ongoing advocacy and support for students in school and in court.
• Send notice to school truancy personnel to inform them of court hearings.
• Submit court reports within the accepted time frame required by court.
• Attend truancy related court hearings and make recommendations to court regarding truancy cases.
• Prepare a weekly written report to school truancy personnel to inform them of student progress and/or status of court orders.
• Collaborate with other programs to facilitate youth group activities and plan for truancy improvement incentives.
• Attend regular truancy meetings coordinated by the school districts.
• Prepare reports on local program activities and share with program staff and management as needed.
• Maintain client records through State Reporting System (SSIS).
• Maintain a respectful working relationship with Leech Lake Reservation programs and other agencies.
• Meet deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Attend program activities outside normal working hours as necessary.
• Attend and/or conduct 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.
• Adhere to all applicable data privacy laws.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

American Indian children/families work

ICWA/MIFPA knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in Education, Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe is seeking a dedicated professional to implement and develop a truancy program within the Child Welfare Division. You will work to prevent and reduce truancy among Leech Lake children and youth in local schools, collaborating with a team to achieve program goals.

The role requires an Associates Degree or in-process education in related fields, with preference for experience serving American Indian families and knowledge of the ICWA/MIFPA acts.