Program Specialist

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska

146d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supportive clerical functions such as managing a working database, filing, maintaining files, working with the CFS/ICWA staff to keep a calendar of court hearings, and filing court orders in other jurisdictions when needed. Coordinates communication with families, and the CFS/ICWA department.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years' experience in social work, sociology, counseling, guidance, psychology, child development or related field.
• Minimum of two years' experience in foster parent training or related field.
• Associates Degree in related field or Bachelor's degree in any of the fields listed above.
• Must possess a valid driver license and be insurable under Tribal insurance.
• Must pass Nebraska Child Abuse/Registry and Nebraska Adult Protection Service Central Registry.
• Must comply with the Omaha Tribe's Drug Free Policy.
• Must be free of any conviction by any state or the United States for a crime punishable by imprisonment in a penitentiary for a term of one (1) year, or more, or by any foreign government for a crime which would be punishable by imprisonment for a term of one year, or more, or by any foreign government for a crime which would be punishable by imprisonment for a term of one year, or more, if committed in Nebraska, or must have been pardoned for such offense, or have had a conviction for offense overturned, or reversed by a court of competent jurisdiction.
• Have some knowledge of NFOCUS.
• Knowledge of the community and resources.
• Ability to follow policies & procedures.
• Confidentiality acknowledgement.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the CFS/ICWA working database, updating on a regular basis, while preserving and protecting the database.
• Act as a liaison between State and Tribal during child welfare proceedings and subsequent transfer of jurisdiction.
• Act as a qualified expert witness for clients when requested.
• Complete and submit any reports to applicable courts, agencies, and programs as directed.
• Schedule and participate in Family Team Meetings with all families.
• Work closely with the tribal CFS/ICWA staff and other tribal programs to ensure supportive services are available for the CFS/ICWA children and families.
• Work closely with the DHHS departments and other outside agencies to ensure supportive services are available for the CFS/ICWA children and families.
• Work closely with the Family Resource Specialist to obtain information for possible placements when needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree