Tribal Court Liaison

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

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About The Position

As an officer of the Court, the Tribal Court Liaison is responsible for the facilitation of Tribal Court Orders, assisting un'ina in navigating the Tribal Court system and providing supportive services for individuals and families appearing before Tribal Court through the application of cultural traditions, customary and traditional values, written and unwritten law, codes and ordinances. Facilitation includes: referrals to Tribal, local community, and government resources, conducting supervised visits, interviews, and limited in-home services and inspections. This position requires being a liaison between different departments and offices within the Tribe and the Community, police departments and other courts of competent jurisdiction.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field
Three years' experience in social work or other related field
Progressively responsible work experience in relevant field may be exchanged for the education requirements
Knowledgeable of casework theory, interviewing techniques, and community resources and services
Knowledgeable of Federal Indian Child Welfare Act and Tribal Court Codes; ability to read and interpret legal documents and procedure manuals
Knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian people
Valid Alaska drivers' license and must remain insurable under the tribe's policy
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Access and Excel with good keyboarding skills
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and the public
Ability to analyze situations and take prompt effective action
Ability to gather and analyze data, reason logically and accurately and draw valid conclusions, and take effective action
Ability to maintain objectivity; and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form
Good oral and written communication skills; ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to meet, interview and deal effectively with individuals in their own environment

Nice To Haves

Tribal judicial process experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Responsible for case management of party-involved Tribal Court cases, including the preparation of social histories, conducting guided interviews, home visits and collateral investigations in order to assess needs and to determine the extent and type of services required
Prepare reports and correspondence; maintain accurate and current case record information; maintain other records as required, including reports during Court status/review hearings
Responsible for support services for parties involved in tribal court cases, i.e., assists in completing various service agency applications, public assistance, social security, food bank referrals, job search, recreation and cultural activities, etc.
Facilitate Court Ordered supervised visits
Identify care options for individuals and families in need of behavioral health services and treatment
Provides advocacy on behalf of court involved parties for local, regional and state resources not available through Kenaitze, i.e., assists in preventive services and outreach to families
Participate in special projects, i.e. task force or other Court related duties
Sign and adhere to confidentiality in accordance with the Kenaitze Indian Tribal policy
Complete Kenaitze and Tribal Court orientation training, attend and participate in staff and individual training, conferences and meetings
Knowledge of cross-cultural competence, which includes learning the culture and history of the Kahtnuht'ana Dena'ina
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance