KTIK Healing Wellness Coordinator

Golden Eagle Casino

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Healing to Wellness Coordinator (H2W Coordinator) is a full-time position within the Judicial Branch of the Kickapoo Tribal Government, supervised by the Tribal Court Administrator. This role involves assessing participant needs, developing case plans, and providing ongoing case management services to participants within the Kickapoo Tribal Court. The H2W Coordinator acts as a liaison between the Tribal Court, clients, families, and service providers, preparing court reports, maintaining files, and documenting interactions. The position also includes conducting drug and alcohol assessments, participating in staffing and court hearings, and supervising the procurement of urine/saliva samples from participants. The role requires frequent contact with clients, service providers, and other tribal employees, adhering to strict confidentiality standards. Work hours may include occasional evenings. The H2W Coordinator, in consultation with the Tribal Judge and TCA, is responsible for creating, supporting, and maintaining a Healing to Wellness program consistent with the culture, practices, and values of the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas (KTIK).

Requirements

Familiarity with civil and criminal jurisdiction within Indian Country.
Familiarity with the history of the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice; human services; native studies; psychology; social work; or a related field; OR an associate's degree with at least 5 years of work experience in a Tribal court system.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and tribal legal systems, community resources, alcohol and substance use/misuse/abuse dynamics, and mental health services and systems.
A minimum of one year in work experience within a court system, social welfare agency, or correctional institution.
Self-starter who is highly motivated, embodies integrity, and possesses a strong work ethic.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment while maintaining positive and constructive working relationships.
Availability, with advance notice, on some weekends and evenings to attend tribal events and hold community meetings related to Court programs and services.
Ability to access and use multiple forms of electronic communication methods, experience and knowledge about operating databases and record-keeping systems, proficiency in computer skills, and ability to use the Microsoft Suite of programs.
Ability and desire to learn and understand, gain knowledge of, and appreciate the uniqueness of Tribal culture and customs.
Understanding of the separation of powers within a tribal structure.
Must be drug free and able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Hold and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license that is free of restrictions.
No felony convictions, nor any criminal conviction involving violence, dishonesty or fraud.
Understand the basic principles of human behavior and applied psychology, including issues common to criminal behavior; advanced interviewing techniques; basic court and arrest procedures; basic research and investigative methods/procedures; principles and practices of written and oral communication; language mechanics, report writing and principles of written composition; and general computer operations.
Ability to interview and motivate clients even in stressful situations; listen carefully during interviews to both content and presentation in order to identify questionable information; communicate effectively with a variety of people, both orally and in writing; effectively handle difficult situations; work well under pressure; develop and maintain good working relationships with a wide variety of people; utilize computers to retrieve and enter information.
Must understand the general rules related to confidentiality and privacy when working with court records and satisfactorily attest to their ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and privacy for all persons interacting with the court and their records.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in/for a Native American Tribe/Tribal Community.
Related experience of at least three to five years in a position at a mental health setting, social services organization, substance disorder treatment, or related area.
A master's degree, or other advanced degree, from an accredited college/university in social work or other human services field.
A valid license or certification in a behavioral science (LMSW, CADC, LPC, etc.).

Responsibilities

Greet and engage all persons entering the Kickapoo Tribal Court with respect and warmth.
Manage case files and ensure participants’ needs are met and they have the necessary tools and resources to be successful throughout and following the Healing to Wellness Program.
Participate in regular staffing sessions, scheduled Healing to Wellness Court hearings, and available capacity-building opportunities and trainings.
Support participants with overcoming barriers so they remain or regain compliance with court-ordered conditions.
Notify the court and relevant authorities of any observed violations during supervision.
Develop and execute case plans, provide case management services, prepare court reports, and maintain case files. Serve as the liaison between participants, families, and service providers.
Collaborate on the development of participants’ treatment plans and hold regular meetings to engage with family members, community members, treatment providers, and other stakeholders.
Meet on a frequent and consistent basis with participants to engage in one-on-one conversations using approved motivational techniques to assess and monitor progress of court ordered requirements, determine and clarify problems, and engage in solution-focused discussions aimed at overcoming barriers and addressing issues, including the use of culturally appropriate and traditional methods.
Provide relapse prevention support and activities to participants individually or through groupwork.
Conduct and maintain drug and alcohol assessments, needs assessments, safety and risk assessments, and other screenings and assessments as appropriate.
Maintain regular communication with offenders via office visits, community outreach, and/or by phone.
Respond to inquiries from individuals and organizations regarding participants’ behavior and program conditions.
Keep accurate, detailed records of case activities to ensure accountability and compliance.
Research and create an operational infrastructure for implementation of the Healing to Wellness Program.
Administer and supervise any authorized testing to participants of the Healing to Wellness Program.
Develop a set of policies and procedures to guide the development and implementation of the Healing to Wellness Program. Oversee the development and implementation of a set of policies and procedures to shape the Probation Program, including Pretrial Services.
Assist the Tribal Court Administrator and other court personnel in the Courtroom during court proceedings.
Plan office activities, training events, and field visits in connection with effective coordination of the Healing to Wellness Program.
Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date case records for every active case.
Prepare and submit to the Tribal Court Administrator a monthly status report indicating the status of every active case.
Testify in Court, when required, regarding participants of the Healing to Wellness Program.
Represent the Tribal Court and other Court officials in meetings or events, when requested by the Tribal Judge or Tribal Court Administrator.
Perform public relations activities such as addressing community groups, attending conferences, or serving on task forces and committees, as identified or directed by the Tribal Court Administrator or Tribal Judge. Engage in community outreach efforts and conduct public education presentations to promote community awareness of and support for the Healing to Wellness Program.
Maintain, monitor, educate, install, and remove electronic monitoring equipment, including the completion of required paperwork. Use server-based, wifi-based, and web-based software, as appropriate, to verify, encourage, and monitor compliance with conditions.
Ensure the format, structure, and components of the Kickapoo Healing to Wellness Court are consistent with, and rooted in, Kickapoo culture, teachings, traditions, practices, and beliefs.
Oversee the internal (tribal) and grant budget for the Healing to Wellness Court to ensure fiscal operations are in accordance with grant requirements, tribal policies, and financial best practices.
Develop relationships with qualified treatment providers in the surrounding area from whom to seek consultation and to provide participant referrals.
Oversee the collection of performance and outcome data. Generate reports to share data as needed or directed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Tribal Court Administrator.