Adult Caseworker - DHSS

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Job Summary:

This position is a Social Worker/Caseworker position performing duties as provider of social work and case management services of adult (primarily guardianship and de facto Adult in Need of Care) cases (as defined by the Tribal Code of Federal Regulations). The Adult Caseworker position is located in the Office of Social Services of the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS). The Adult Caseworker maintains a caseload of approximately 30-35 cases. Each case represents a wide variety of needs and often involves the placement of adults in therapeutic group homes, residential and inpatient treatment facilities, board and cares, in-home placements, familial placements, and in other institutional care placements. The Adult Caseworker works under the direct supervision of (and received guidance and direction from) the Social Services Manager.

Duties & Functions:

(The following are illustrations of the typical duties and responsibilities of the incumbent and are not to be construed as all inclusive).

• Accept referrals for and complete adult service intakes.
• File petitions (on behalf of allegedly incapacitated and/or incompetent adults) for guardianship/conservatorship with the Tribal Court through the Office of the Attorney General.
• Coordinate the completion of competency evaluations by licensed professionals.
• Locate and investigate the appropriateness of family members to serve in the role of guardian/conservator for incapacitated/incompetent adults.
• Perform case management subsequent to the assessment of client needs, establish and implement case pans in accordance with the client's level of functioning.
• Establish and maintain time schedules.
• Monitor the progress of current/on-going cases.
• Conduct personal home and/or institutional visits.
• Plan, develop, and implement individual case plans which include:
• Assessment/evaluation, prevention, intervention, referrals, and follow through care components while implementing methods for service delivery consistent with the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) guidelines, rules, and regulations as well as the standards, policies, and procedures established by the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) and the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS).
• Ensure confidentiality of all client information and records in compliance with the Healthcare and Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Coordinate placement plans for institutional care.
• Monitor client progress.
• Coordinate client/family contact and visitation.
• Prove other direct and indirect assistance (referrals, etc.) clients while exercising independent judgement and decision-making.
• Provide consultation to facilities providing institutional care for adult clients.
• Conduct home visits for the completion of assessments, the assessment of progress, and the provision of personal contact between adults in need of care and their families.
• Maintain copious and coherent individual client records, progress notes, and reports in accordance with BIA and Social Services standards.
• Prepare progress reports, summaries, and annual reports for the Tribal Courts in compliance with the Tribal codes.
• Collaborate with outside service agencies and other Social Service staff members as required and during all case staffing meetings.
• Develop plans for the disbursement of funds from individual Indian Monies (IIM) accounts for adults and submit said plans for the review and approval of BIA.
• Participate in community forums for the purpose of providing education regarding Social Services topics.
• Participate in Social Service staff meeting and case staffing's.
• Conduct periodic quality assurance reviews of case-managed client records consistent with BIA standards.
• Participate in annual programmatic reviews conducted by DHSS, auditors, and the BIA.
• Be available for the participate in a rotating "on-call" schedule to provide afterhours crisis intervention and to complete time sensitive investigation related to alleged abuse and neglect.
• Complete informal investigations of complaints/reports of alleged abuse/neglect of elders and incapacitated/incompetent adults and submit any finds and recommendations to Tribal law enforcement.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships and other providers and/or service agencies, such as, intra-DHSS programs, CRIT departments/offices, the Office of the Attorney General, the IHS, institutional care providers/centers, Regional Behavioral Health Authorities, etc. and other services providers/agencies.
• Perform other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Social Service Manager or designee to fulfill the Department's needs, objectives and/or goals.
• Follow established Tribal policies and those outlined in the Colorado River Indian Tribes Employee Handbook.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• The incumbent shall have a comprehensive knowledge of social services concepts, principles, and best practices.
• The incumbent shall have a working knowledge of federal, state, local and Tribal laws, codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations governing the operation of social services program, with emphasis on Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regulations, US Bureau of Indian Affairs rules and regulations, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
• The incumbent shall have a working knowledge of available community, state, regional, and federal resources and services from social service and related agencies (e.g., AHCCCS, ALTCS, BHS, RBHA, Medicare, and Social Security).
• The incumbent shall possess a high degree of organizational skills, an ability to function independently, demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and applied computer skills (including, at a minimum, the ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite programs, Adobe Acrobat, and database/report generating program).
• The incumbent shall have a familiarity with Native American culture and traditions, a sensitivity to cultural differences, and an understanding of the unique problems associated with Native American communities in rural areas.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Successful completion of studies for a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Education, or a related field or a graduate degree in a related filed from a regionally accredited college or university.
• A minimum of one (1) year of full-time relevant experience in the field of social services or mental health case management.
• Must possess a current valid driver's license throughout employment.

Physical Requirement:

• Employment is subject to a comprehensive background investigation (including fingerprinting) and a review of any and all criminal convictions in accordance with P.L. 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Must successfully complete a drug screening test prior to appointment.
• Physically able to perform duties assigned.
• Occasionally work extended shifts as assigned, some weekends and holiday.

Tribal and Indian Preference:

The Colorado River Indian Tribes has implemented a Tribal I CRIT Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are enrolled members of the Colorado River Indian Tribes will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. Let it be known that Tribal preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality: All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

Background Investigation: This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a 101-630 background check in an effort to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 "Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act." Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required background checks to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning employment and will be subject to random drug testing per the CRIT Employee's Handbook, Substance Abuse Policy.

Disclaimer: The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed.

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C.R.I.T. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

26600 MOHAVE ROAD

PARKER, AZ 85344

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INDIAN PREFERENCE: Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Section 701 (b) and 703 (I) explicitly exempts from overage the preferential employment of Indians by Indian Tribes. Therefore, CRIT acknowledges and extends preferential treatment to enrolled CRIT members who qualify toward all employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, religion or national origin.

CRIT OFFERS: Health and Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave. Pre-Employment Drug Screening is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $22.42 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22