Family Healing to Wellness Court Case Manager

Job Title: Family Healing to Wellness Court Case Manager

Closing Date: 02/05/2025

DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered.

Job Number: 25-263

Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Judicial Department

City: Sacaton, AZ

Location: 721 W. Seed Farm Road

Area of Interest: Court Case Manager

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $51,874 – 64,874 / Salary

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

The Family Healing to Wellness Case Manager is responsible for assessing service needs by interviewing participants or authorized representatives and develop a case plan within the Tribal Courts. This position will be responsible for on-going direct and/or indirect assistance through case management services and serve as a liaison between clients, family, and service providers. Incumbent will prepare court reports, status updates and memorandums, maintain files, and document contact with clients and others. Confer with treatment providers and transport clients and family to various appointments and drug screening at the lab. Conduct drug screen swabs in the field on participants as needed. Participate in staffing and FHWC hearings. Assist in Family Group Decision Making meetings and Positive Indian Parenting with participants.

· Develop case plan, provide direct/indirect assistance through case management, prepare court reports, and maintain files. Serves as liaison between participants, family and service providers.

· Participate in staffing and Family Healing to Wellness Court hearings.

· Transport participants to appointments for drug screening and other wellness appointments.

· Conduct swab drug screening on participants in the field.

· Assist in Family Group Decision Making meetings and Positive Indian Parenting with participants.

· Participate and ensure development of participant’s treatment plan, meet with participants, family, and treatment providers.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Thorough knowledge of judicial and legal policies and practices.

· Considerable knowledge of case management principles and practices.

· Considerable knowledge of Drug Court organizations, functions, responsibilities, and procedures.

· Considerable knowledge of social services, community organization and health services.

· Considerable knowledge of chemical dependency, treatment modalities, crisis intervention and treatment resources in the Gila River Indian Community.

· Considerable knowledge and experience working with families and children.

· Skill and ability in interviewing, problem solving, assessment and case planning in court setting.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Ability to maintain a strict standards of confidentiality and with confidential court procedures.

· Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize duties and responsibilities, and address emergency situations.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

· Ability to coordinate the work of others.

· Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community officials, Judges, and the general public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirement of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a closely related field and two (2) years’ experience in a social welfare program which includes at least one (1) year of case management experience.

· Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must continue to maintain throughout the duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with_ The Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63 _and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.

· Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with a currentproof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

· Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B.

· Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis.

Non-Supervisory, Salary Position

Reports to Chief Judge or designee

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,874.00 - $64,874.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have atleast two (2) years’ experience in a social welfare program which includes at least one (1) year of case management experience?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,874 - $64,874