Truancy Intervention & Family Support Specialist

Leech Lake News; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Leech Lake News is seeking a dedicated professional to implement and develop a truancy program within the Leech Lake Child Welfare Division. You will work with a team to prevent and reduce truancy among Leech Lake children and youth, conducting home visits and preparing court reports as needed.

Qualifications include an associate degree or progress toward one, experience with American Indian families, and knowledge of tribal child welfare acts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Education, Social Work or related field; may be waived if in process.
• Two years' experience planning and offering services to American Indian children and families.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications required.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act and Indian Child Welfare Act required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment, random drug test and annual background check.
• Native American preference.

Responsibilities

• Upon referral, conduct home visit to educate guardians about 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 documenting 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 required time frame.
• Attend truancy related court hearings and make recommendations to court regarding truancy cases.
• Prepare a weekly written report to school truancy personnel on student progress and status of court orders.
• Collaborate with other programs to facilitate youth group activities and 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.
• 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 mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Support sensitivity to Native American culture, lifestyles, and values.
• Travel in and out of state as needed; maintain confidentiality and professional ethics; adhere to data privacy laws.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Experience with American Indian and/or

Education

Associate degree in Education, Social Work or related field

Tools

SSIS

Job description

Leech Lake News is seeking a dedicated professional to implement and develop a truancy program within the Leech Lake Child Welfare Division. You will work with a team to prevent and reduce truancy among Leech Lake children and youth, conducting home visits and preparing court reports as needed.

Qualifications include an associate degree or progress toward one, experience with American Indian families, and knowledge of tribal child welfare acts.