Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services

Location: Tama

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Social Worker DEPARTMENT:
Family Services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide services to Indian families in need of assistance.  
* Manage cases, which include preparing case records, summaries, special and routine reports and other records including individual case plans.  
* Provide court reports, recommendations, and testimony to Court.

* Arrange and facilitate family group decision-making meetings.  
* 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.  
* Provide information to families in the community, which will help prevent child abuse/neglect and improve family functioning.  
* Assist with child abuse assessments involving Indian children.  
* Work with schools, agencies and other offices as required for case management.

* Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required.  
* Assist with needs assessment and research necessary to further develop the Family Services Department.  
* Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:

* 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.  
* 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.  
* Must be proficient in computer skills.  
* Must be willing to work and be on call evenings and weekends.  
* Willingness to learn and incorporate skills in the cultural context of the Meskwaki community.  
* 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","