477 Case Manager

Job Opening Announcement

Job Title: 477 Case Manager

Department: Education Job Status: Full-time; Non-Exempt

Salary: Up to $24.98 Opening date: 01/30/2024
Closing date: Open until filled

Position Summary:
Responsible for intake and application processes, case management, monitoring, reporting activities, education and employment assessment and other services for clients under the RSIC 477 Consolidated Plan, including services under Higher Education, Johnson O’Malley, Child Care Development Fund, General Assistance and Workforce Investment Act. Responsible for ensuring all 477 Client files are in compliance, maintaining a comprehensive filing system and ensure proper documentation and monitoring of client Individual Employability Plans or Individual Service Plans.

Duties:

• Interviews and assists 477 applicants in completing/submitting necessary documents to determine eligibility for services under the RSIC 477 Program.
• Assists in identifying referral resources for clients in a variety of areas, including those provided by RSIC and by outside agencies.
• Provides orientation on 477 Program services and compliance standards to applicants, clients, and other community members to include information regarding the regulations, policies and procedures, deadlines, and appeal process.
• Manages and maintains 477 programs services, client files and documents for the 477 Program in accordance with P.L. 102-477 guidelines, requirements., and compliance standards.
• Responsible for data entry into the 477 Program data system.
• Maintains all client records in an orderly manner and within confidentiality standards as established by the Education Department, Tribe and Federal regulations.
• Submits a monthly narrative and/or statistical report on schedule as required by the Education Manager.
• Conduct or arrange for client assessment and evaluation of skills, abilities and determination of needs and refer client to appropriate resources.
• Develop an Individual Employability Development Plan (EDP) for each approved client.
• Propose financial assistance for clients in accordance with the 477 plan and approved budget and submit to Education Director for final approval
• Monitor and prepare reports on client progress including compilation of required statistical data.
• Establish and maintain contact with local service providers, i.e., JOIN, Nevada Works, UNR, TMCC and Sierra Nevada Job Corps Center, etc.
• Assist the Education Director in the preparation of the annual 477 report to the BIA, Office of Economic Development.
• Meet with RSIC Directors as necessary to assess and maintain knowledge of program services.
• Arrange and conduct meetings with RSIC and Local service providers as needed regarding new programs, laws and federal regulations relative to the RSIC 477 Program.
• Serve on RSIC, local and State committees as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma and AA degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two years paid work experience in case management in areas of workforce development, job placement or education and training services.
• Ability to interpret and comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate highly competent skills in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with various Tribal and local agencies throughout the Reno-Sparks area.
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Computer literate and have ability to use various software programs such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and WordPerfect.
• Working knowledge of federal programs and related contract compliance issues, OMB Circulars, Public Law 102-477 and the Work force Investment Act.
• Must have valid Nevada’s Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Qualitied Indian preference applies.

PLEASE NOTE: hiring preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of RSIC followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Reno-Sparks Indian Colony requires a designated candidate to successfully complete a pre- employment criminal background check, drug screen, and confirmation of professional references. Must pass and comply with the HR Policy 164.905- PL101.630. Reno-Sparks
Indian Colony requires any designated candidate to complete a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and confirmation of professional references.

PLEASE NOTE: Hiring preference will be given to qualified tribal members of Reno-Sparks Indian Colony followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Must pass and comply with the HR Policy 164.905- PL101.630. The Reno-
Sparks Indian Colony requires a designated candidate to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and confirmation of professional references and certifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.98 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25