JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Social Worker DEPARTMENT: Family Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide services to Indian families in need of assistance.
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Manage cases, which include preparing case records, summaries, special and routine reports and other records including individual case plans.
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Provide court reports, recommendations, and testimony to Court.
- Arrange and facilitate family group decision-making meetings.
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Establish goals and outcomes with clients and monitor progress on a monthly basis.
- Counsel clients and provide referrals for other services as necessary for children at risk of out-of-home placement.
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Provide information to families in the community, which will help prevent child abuse/neglect and improve family functioning.
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Assist with child abuse assessments involving Indian children.
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Work with schools, agencies and other offices as required for case management.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required.
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Assist with needs assessment and research necessary to further develop the Family Services Department.
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Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
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Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and two years of experience in social services case management OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer Master's Degree in Social Work.
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Must possess or be eligible for social work licensure by the State of Iowa.
- Must have excellent counseling, communication, and interviewing skills.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
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Must be proficient in computer skills.
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Must be willing to work and be on call evenings and weekends.
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Willingness to learn and incorporate skills in the cultural context of the Meskwaki community.
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Must submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.
SUPERVISION:
- Direct supervision by the Family Services Director
SALARY LEVEL:
- 40 hours per week
- Annual Salary Range is $57,116-$83,241
