Urgent job for Family Services Case Worker 2025

Job Description

Kenai, AK

Kenaitze Indian Tribe

Family Services Case Worker

Department: Family Services

Program: Family and Social Services

Reports to: Family Services Supervisor

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Family Services Case Worker is responsible for the advocacy and protection of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe’s vulnerable children, adults and families. The position is responsible for the delivery of a variety of field-based and in-home services, reports of harm investigations, parenting assessments, home safety assessments and planning, case plan development, judicial reporting in case matters and visitation. The position is responsible for representing the Tribal and State Court venues in matters of abuse, neglect and abandonment. The position will serve as liaison between agencies or committees and the Tribe and serve as a primary member of the Tribe’s Un’ina Advocacy Multidisciplinary Team specific to field-work, case staffing’s and advocacy efforts.

Essential Functions services

Participate in case conferences, initial case plans, child case investigations, case management and Tribal Court hearings where children in Kenaitze Indian Tribal Court jurisdiction have been removed or may be removed and represent the Tribe’s best interest to prevent unnecessary removal, placement or adoption
Intervene on behalf of children on allegations of child abuse or neglect (sex abuse, physical abuse, child neglect, domestic violence and substance abuse). .empathy
Supervise visitations
Provide transportation for un’ina (clients)

Maintain cultural connections for children in out-of-home care
Educate families in parenting skills
Maintain comprehensive case records and prepare monthly and annual reports in accordance with federal, state, and Tribal standards
Work in partnership with the State Adult Protective Services component

Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance
It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe’s objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
Walk (Move, Traverse)
Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)

Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
Pushing or Pulling
Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

Exposure to Fumes
Exposure to Dust
Wet
Noise

Vibration
Mechanical Hazards
Burn Hazards
Other: Hostile and threatening situations
OSHA Categories

Category III – Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid
Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Computer, copier, fax, scanner, and other office equipment

Travel

Local
In-State
Out-of-State

Comments: Travel will be required for home visits, meetings and trainings

Qualifications

Education

Associates Degree in social work or other related field or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree
Experience

Two (2) years’ experience in case management
Preferred

Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
License/Certification

Must have a valid Alaska State driver’s license and must remain insurable under the Tribe’s policies
Special Skills

Knowledge of drug and alcohol abuse and treatment options
Knowledge of mental illness, FASD, and mental and physical disabilities affecting clients
Understanding of domestic violence and child abuse
Strong organizational skills
Good oral and written communication skills

Familiarity with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
Excellent prioritization skills

Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un’ina, visitors, co-workers and others
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.