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Prairie Island Indian Community Family Services Specialist in Welch, Minnesota
Closing Date: Open until filled SUMMARY: The Family Services Specialist works to create a cohesive, integrated plan of intervention and prevention services for needy families in the Prairie Island Indian Community and native families in the surrounding service area. This position will also be responsible for the implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs. Provide case management; perform client intakes and investigations Provide referral and support services to families and individuals in the Prairie Island Indian Community and the Native American population in the surrounding service area Locate appropriate services in response to client s needs Network with area service agencies to provide necessary services to individuals and families Provides education, prevention and program information through gatherings, community meetings and newsletter articles Attend regional and local training sessions in the Indian Child Welfare Act and other sessions which affect family services and child welfare Attend multidisciplinary (inner-office) meetings which include chemical dependency, health, education and family services to determine specific plans for clients served Testify and confer with legal counsel on court-related issues involving children and families Perform home and institution visits with client families to monitor progress and provide assistance and direction as needed Prepare and maintain written documentation on client services Other duties as assigned