Social Worker

Job Summary

The Caseworker plays a vital role in supporting individuals and families in need by conducting interviews, developing case plans, and providing guidance to help them achieve self-sufficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Interview participants to determine eligibility for cash assistance and supportive services from the CTTP program.
2. Identify barriers to self-sufficiency and provide families with tools to overcome these obstacles.
3. Meet with participants monthly to review progress and update information in the TAS system.
4. Review participant work logs to ensure they are meeting required work hours.
5. Refer participants to community resources and other organizations as needed.
6. Compile records and prepare reports on participant progress.
7. Enter participant case plans and information into the TAS computer system.
8. Implement participant case plans, including securing supplementary information and providing home visits when necessary.
9. Attend court appearances and make child abuse reports as needed.
10. Work with participants and agencies to address domestic violence cases.
11. Transport participants when necessary and maintain a clean and safe office environment.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

• A High School Diploma Equivalency and six months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A current California driver's license.
• Proficiency in database software, word processing software, and contact management systems.
• The ability to identify and resolve problems in a friendly manner and develop alternative solutions.
• The ability to work effectively in group problem-solving situations and use reason when dealing with emotional topics.
• The ability to respond promptly to participant needs and requests for service and assistance.
• The ability to meet deadlines and commitments.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• The ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment.
• The ability to react well under pressure.
• The ability to prioritize and plan work activities, using time efficiently, and demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• The ability to approach others in a tactful manner.
• The ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, take responsibility for own actions, and complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Working Conditions

• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
• Requires sitting 6-8 hours per day.
• Requires occasional driving to participants' homes for site visits.
• Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, via email, or through correspondence).
• Requires making decisions that affect other people, their financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization.
• Requires attention to detail and intense concentration.
• Requires work with others in a group or team.
• Requires meeting strict deadlines.

Other

• Experience working with Tribal People is beneficial.
• Work hours may vary.
• CTTP conducts a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test, and random or for-cause drug testing thereafter.
• CTTP complies with the Indian Preference Act.