What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Welfare Social Worker I position at Lummi Nation?
Open Date
01/30/2025
Close Date
(Until Filled Not Entered)
Department
123
Kwenangets
Duration
1
Regular Full - Time
Vacancies
1
Job Summary
The future of the Lummi Nation depends on the wellness and education of our children, in both the western sense, and in accordance with Lummi culture. Lummi Child Welfare Social Workers are responsible for ensuring children in the care of the Nation are safe, properly cared for, and are prepared for the future.The Child Welfare Social Worker I is responsible for providing case management services for Lummi Nation children in dependencies in Lummi Tribal Court in accordance with the Lummi Children’s Code, policies & procedures of the Child Welfare Program and the Court Services Department, and Lummi custom. The role of the Child Welfare Social Worker I is an essential service to the Lummi People, so must be available outside the regular government business hours, and must exercise with sound independent judgment, integrity, and confidentiality. The Child Welfare Social Worker I must successfully complete a structured orientation training process, prior to moving from Orientation status to Regular Full-Time. The Child Welfare Social Worker I duties include:
