The Contractor agrees to provide Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) program specialist services to the Tribe, which may include, but are not limited to:

•Responsible for the overall management of the Indian Child Welfare Program.

•Represents the Tribe’s interests in child custody proceedings involving Indian children under ICWA.

•Responsible for the general well-being and best interest of Native American children in State custody or that are placed out of the home in state or tribal foster homes, kinship placement or adoptive homes.

•Serves as an advocate/expert witness for families to ensure the compliance of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

•Provides case management to include but not limited to; writing court reports, maintaining correct and confidential records, completing contact/progress notes, preparing monthly reports and participating in meetings/court proceedings relevant to clients

•Conducts frequent interviews with families (including adoptive and foster homes), social workers, service providers, counselors, and child advocates to assure best interest of child

•Initiates emergency investigations, placements, and removals

•Serves as a Court Advocate for the Indian child/family to ensure compliance with ICWA requirements, attend all court proceedings, review notifications/petitions involving deprived children, and take appropriate action in judicial determinations

•Serves as a referral resource for children/families to provide resources for services to preserve the break-up of the family

•Conducts home studies for foster or adoptive purposes that will provide temporary or permanent placement for children

•Monitors ICWA compliance in state or county proceedings.

•Coordinates with the tribal police division, tribal court, social services, child protective agencies, attorneys, and families.

•Prepare documentation, testimony, and reports as needed for tribal and court records.

•Provides support in development of Tribal Children Code

•Develops forms to ensure compliance with Tribal codes and BIA CFR’s

•Establishes process for children to maintain cultural affiliation/also placement with the child's extended family relatives if applicable

•Monitors all ICWA cases under the Tribe’s /BIA specified regulations

•Provides monthly reports to 'Tribal attorney on cases needing intervention

•Recruits eligible foster parents and emergency homes

•Supports tribal reunification and placement preferences.

•Provides education and consultation to tribal departments or community regarding ICWA.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to casework, group work, and community needs• Must be able to handle multiple priorities effectively. Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.

• Must have an understanding of the Tribal culture, practices and traditional form of government.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from client or Tribal Council.• Attributes include diplomacy and professionalism. Must be able to work flexible hours as required.Education/Experience:• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field• Four years of experience in social work or related field and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.• Knowledge of Native American Tribal Government values, history and culture and ability to apply this knowledge to all communication

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $28.00 - $40.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you Native?
• Are you a Robinson Rancheria Tribal Member?

Ability to Commute:

• Nice, CA 95464 (Required)

Work Location: Remote