Social Services Case Manager
Social Services Case Manager
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Yearly Salary
$ 78003 - 78888
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
11-04-2025
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Social Services Case Manager
Supervisor: Social Services Director
Status: Exempt
Salary: Grade 8 $78003 $78888 annualized)
Location: Unassigned MI
Posting End: April 8 2025 9:00am
*Travel to NHBPs facilities located in Grand Rapids MI and Fulton MI will be required.
**This position is an expansion of the Social Services Team
Excellent Benefit Package
- Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Excellent medical coverage plan supplemented by Employers HRA for minimal cost sharing by its Team Members
- 100 Employer Paid premiums for dental and vision coverage
- 100 Employer Paid premiums on short term disability life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
- Flexible Spending Account for Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care
- 401K Plan with eligible match with 100 invested in employer contributions
- A generous paid time off program where all employees begin earning accrued paid time off immediately upon hire
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program with Educational Release Time
- Thirteen Paid Holidays
- Employee wellness and fitness programs
- Opportunities to participate in NHBP Sponsored activities
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Social Services Director the incumbent performs professional social service work including case management of NHBP Indian child welfare juvenile justice elder and vulnerable adult cases wraparound like supportive services emergency assistance home visits advocacy and facilitates linkages to other services as necessary. This position requires frequent travel throughout the service area. Additional travel outside of the service area may also be required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi reserves the right to change amend add delete and otherwise assign any and all duties responsibilities and positions titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the government. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
- Interviews clients family members and other interested parties to assess needs for social services; gathers and evaluates information regarding employment history housing situation physical functioning financial status capacity for independent living and availability of domestic services; evaluates clients concerns and observes behavior.
- Collaborates with client family members and other professionals to develop service plan and to monitor progress.
- Establish and maintain case files; prepares narrative and statistical reports documents correspondence regarding client status; documents case files; prepares and serves legal documents.
- Manages assigned caseload; related appointments home visits paperwork transportation etc.
- Counsels clients on available resources barriers to employment independent living skills and other areas involving defined problems or concerns; explains procedures rights and responsibilities.
- Helps clients to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of the nature and source of personal problems and by identifying and building on personal strengths.
- Refers client to community resources and other organizations as indicated; may determine or assist in determining eligibility.
- Assists clients in identifying and obtaining basic services needed for independent living; identifies and makes referrals to a variety of public and community agencies providing food shelter clothing medical educational and other services; schedules client appointments; acts as client advocate in obtaining services.
- Manages cases related reports and testimony as required by NHBP or State Courts.
- Handles Indian Child Welfare cases in conjunction with legal counsel.
- Assists as liaison in investigation of reports of child elder vulnerable adult abuse neglect and/or exploitation; assess the degree of immediate risk to the child/adult and takes necessary action to minimize the risk; coordinates activity with other involved parties including relatives school personnel officers of the court State and private agency workers assigned to the case etc.
- Advocates on behalf of clients to secure needed services and financial entitlements.
- Develops and facilitates educational and/or support groups as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An applicants education training and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate that the applicant possesses the ability to successfully perform each of the essential functions. The requirements listed below are generally representative of the education experience and skills and/or ability required to enable one to successfully perform the essential functions associated with his position:
- Masters degree in a human services field such as social work mental health counseling psychology substance abuse etc.
- Must be professionally licensed in degreed field and in good standing in the State of Michigan Limited licenses must be able to achieve fully licensure within twelve months from date of hire or promotion into the position.
- Three years experience in case management.
- Ability to understand gain knowledge and appreciate the differences with the Native American culture and customs.
- Valid Michigan drivers license with good drive record; GSA certifiable.
- Must be able to travel.
- Must be able to successfully pass a background check; must not have been found guilty of or pled guilty or no contest to any felony or misdemeanor offense under federal state or tribal law involving crimes of violence sexual molestation prostitution or other crimes against persons or offenses committed against children; must be able to successfully pass a drug screening.
- Ability to become CPR/First Aid certified as soon as the training becomes available.
- Computer proficiency including email and internet word processing and spreadsheets and knowledge of the other office equipment.
- Proven organizational and timemanagement skills; selfstarter and selfdirected; effective communication skills both verbal and written.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality including a demonstrated understanding and application of HIPAA.
- Strong ability to organize and maintain electronic and physical files.
- Excellent problem solving skills.
- A wiliness to initiate contacts with new people.
- Ability to work as a part of a multidisciplinary team or independently as required.
- Familiarity with public assistance and social service systems including special programs for members of Tribal organizations.
- Ability to counsel and take appropriate action in emergency or stressful situations.
- Ability to work with constant interruptions and adjust schedule as needed or required.
- Must be able to work flexible hours when necessary or as directed.
- Ability to maintain a good working relationships with tribal members coworkers and the general public.
- Professional demeanor and appearance.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed Master Social Worker in good standing in the State of Michigan.
- Five years experience working within child welfare.
- Experience working with or with Tribal Governments; or within Native American Institutions.
- Familiarity with community resources.
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
- Knowledge of ICWA MIFPA and BIA regulations and requirements.
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This position will encounter information that is highly sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions. All information obtained will be protected under IHS/HIPPA policy rules and regulations.
INDIAN PREFERENCE
Tribal preference will be applied in accordance with the NHBP Indian Preference in Employment Code which requires that preference in employment be afforded to NHBP members spouse/parents of NHBP members and Native Americans who meet the minimum qualifications and can successfully perform the essential functions for the position.
Fair Employment Practices Code (FEPC)
All applicants are subject to a comprehensive background check and must pass a drug screen.
NHBP doesnotrecognize the use of recreational or medical .
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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