Job Posting
Child Welfare Specialist/Social Worker - (Social Services)
Reports to: Social Services Director
Wage Classification: Non-exempt
JOB SUMMARY
This position assists in the promotion of family unity, economic self-sufficiency and improved social functioning; assists in the delivery of financial assistance (Welfare Assistance Grant Monetary programs) and referral services to clients; and helps provide preventive and rehabilitative services to children, elderly, and families in the area of child welfare and adult protection services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Acts as a case manager for individual and family clients applying for Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), Indian Community Service Block Grant (ICSBG), and/or Emergency Tribal Assistance (ETA) benefits.
• Acts as the office administrator in the absence of the Social Services Director.
• Coordinates with OHS-CW, APS, and ICW to assist with child abuse and neglect investigations, assessments, and adult protection referrals.
• Serves as the Child Protection Team Coordinator and coordinates services with local and state court systems, Indian Tribes, physicians, nurses, and other childcare experts when child abuse/neglect occurs.
• Appears in court on behalf of children.
• Works with IHS officials in providing social services to infants identified as high risk.
• Conducts child abuse and neglect interviews.
• Investigates eligibility for services and makes direct assistance available or through the appropriate referral to other agencies.
• Creates and maintains accurate and concise case records, correspondence. narratives, service plans, and necessary automated processing documents.
• Assists in the completion of Welfare Assistance applications as needed.
• Research and remain up to date on federal policy/program requirements and/or modifications.
• Coordinate with state and other officials to ensure program/grant integrity;
• Assists in the development and implementation of LIHEAP, ICSBG, and/or ETA outreach activities.
• Assists in providing preventative and rehabilitative services to children, elderly and
families in child welfare.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Social Work degree from a Board approved social work program and
• Two (2) years of full-time experience or the equivalent.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with the ability to meet the Seminole Nation Liability Insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
• Must be able to pass the Seminole Nation required background check.
• Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace Policies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Must possess knowledge of modern computer and software applications.
• Knowledge of wide range of social casework, family therapy, systems theory, and community organization.
• Must have knowledge of theory and methods including assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, case management, counseling and advocacy related to social work.
• Knowledge of established policies and procedures outlined in 25 CFR 20, 66 BIAM, and Oklahoma State Standards.
• Must have knowledge of functions of public assistance agencies and resources within the State of Oklahoma.
• Knowledge of physical, social and economic issues and problems facing Native Americans.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with clients of all ages and their families in a Native American community, demonstrate age-specific competencies; ability to respond in a flexible, culturally competent manner to changing community needs and preferences.
• Ability to interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or governmental regulations.
• Ability to accurately maintain patient records per department policy and procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all records in accordance with HIPAA requirements, department policy and procedures.
Work Environment
• Work hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• Travel by car, bus, or airplane may also be required associated with attendance at conferences, trainings, meetings, and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state and in some cases where overnight may be required.
• Tasks may be performed on uneven, inclined, hard and soft carpeted floors, cement structures and surfaces.
• Duties may involve walking, standing for long periods of time, sitting and crouching.
• Specific required movements include the following:
- Trunk: bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, and carry.
- Arms: reach, carry push, pull, lift, twist, and rotate.
- Legs: lift, push, pull, twist, and rotate.
- Hands: grasp, manipulation, bilateral coordination, eye and hand coordination, overall and finger dexterity.
• Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Evening, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Closing Date: 10/31/2025 |
