Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Accomplish the Children and Family Services Department objectives by advocating for the safety of children and for the preservation of the family. Support and strengthen families by focusing on positive parenting, optimal child development, and healthy family functioning. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation.
Responsibilities:
1. Practice excellent customer services skills at all times to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and case needs courtesy and promptly (Customer service provided shall be in line with the organizations “Good Mind” core values).
2. Create and facilitate parenting education programs with a culturally sensitive curriculum for parent/child bonding; child development activities; parent/family and youth-peer support; and community events. This will include, but is not limited to the following:
a. Assess the potential causes of social issues impacting families.
b. Recruit caregivers into the program.
c. Provide community outreach on Parenting Program services.
d. Provide in-service training on program curriculums to internal and external agencies.
e. Network with educators and referral agencies to best serve the needs of the families and children.
f. Cultivate a working relationship with educators and referral agencies to best serve the needs of families and children.
3. Assist families in developing coping skills and support their efforts toward self-sufficiently and healthy and stable family relationships.
a. Meet individually with participants and provide case management as needed; to include home visits. Continuously assessing needs.
b. Refer clients to tribal and county agencies, and other appropriate services for families in need. Facilitate group and address negative dynamics that may be present.
c. Mediate between program participants and others when issues or conflicts arise.
d. Transport parents or children to appointments as required.
e. Comply with service plans or court ordered rulings.
4. Prepare and submit correspondence; narrative, statistical, and court reports; and other documents as required.
5. Perform data entry and maintain records, ensuring accuracy of data, and ensuring pertinent, accurate, and current information.
6. Assure security, confidentiality, and quality services, and professional standards at all times.
7. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
Skills:
Essential:
* Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture and government
* Ability to exercise independent judgment and meet strict timelines
* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Knowledge of child and family development, family systems theory, crisis intervention theory, dynamics of child abuse/neglect, community human services and health resources, child welfare laws and practices, Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA)/Parenting issues, family dynamics, domestic violence strengths perspective, and counseling
* Ability to accurately interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Knowledge of tribal, state, and federal economic support programs
* Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
* Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.
Nonessential:
* Knowledge of best practice standards, trauma informed care, historical trauma and strength-based approaches
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
Nonessential:
* Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training within ninety (90) days of employment.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk frequently
* Sit frequently
* Reach with hands and arms
* Stand occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Lift 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Office setting
* Home setting
* Work may be performed in situations where extreme caution must be exercised and may occur when contacting individuals at home.
* Moderate noise level
* Evening and weekend work may be required
Nonessential:
* Crouch Occasionally
Experience:
Essential:
* professional experience facilitating groups
* Working with children and families
Nonessential:
* leading groups using Positive Indian Parenting and/or Conscious Discipline curriculums
* Trauma Informed Care practices
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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