Location: Pala,CA, USA
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Pala Mobile Response Crisis
Team Caseworker
Department/Division: Social Services
Status: Full-Time / Monday-Friday,
occasional nights and weekends
Salary: Hourly /
DOE
Supervisor: Social Services Director, Program
Manager
Subordinates: None
Benefits
Employer Paid Medical,
Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K Retirement Plan (Eligibility after one year service).
Company matches half of employee's contribution up to
7%
Vacation Earn up to
13 days per year for FT employees
Sick
Leave Earn up to 13 days per year for FT employees
Life Insurance The
Company provides up to $25,000.00
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the primary direction of the Program Manager, the Caseworker will provide
direct support and services to clients as part the Social Services Department,
within multiple programs and varying populations. The Caseworker will provide
assessment, intervention and case management services to clients both in a field
and office setting. This position will work in partnership with other clinical
and healthcare professionals, responsible for managing caseloads and be
responsible for maintaining confidential and accurate records at all times.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide case management services;
Provide assessment and intervention/referral services;
Provide supervised visitation services for family support and child welfare
services;
Provide in-home and group parenting classes;
Provide parents and the Pala community with psychoeducational information
and materials to promote healthy parenting styles;
Maintain accurate records and files;
Prepare letters and documents;
Grant reporting and associated activities;
Maintain the safety and confidentiality of clients;
Provide services that prioritize and align with Native cultural values;
Perform related functions as assigned
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide mental health/suicide intervention services and make appropriate
referrals
Provide post crisis follow up services, including coordinating services
and referrals
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge and understanding of child development, child welfare and
behavioral health
Ability to work independently but with strong teamwork commitment
Ability to use computer for data entry and periodic reporting
Endorsement and support of family preservation goals, Tribal culture and
philosophy
Good interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Maintain ethical guidelines
Collaborate with community partner agencies to access appropriate referral
services for clients and families
Previous experience working with Native American Populations or individuals
with mental health challenges would be preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology or any
other related field, from an accredited college or university, or
A combination of four years of education and work experience in similar or
related fields.
Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.
Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including
marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians.
Must be able to pass a background check and be able to work with children.
Must have a valid class C driver's license and have a clean driving
record.
Must be willing to work in the field and travel within and outside of city
limits.
CPR/First Aid certified preferred; if not, certification must be completed
within 60 days of being hired
Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give
hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala
Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.
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