Tribal Court Liaison - Kenai, United States - Kenaitze Indian Tribe

Description

Job Description

Tribal Court Liaison

Department: Executive

Program: Tribal Court

Reports To: Tribal Court Administrator

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance , P.L

Job Summary

As an officer of the Court, the Tribal Court Liaison is responsible for the facilitation of Tribal Court Orders, assisting un'ina in navigating the Tribal Court system and providing supportive services for individuals and families appearing before Tribal Court through the application of cultural traditions, customary and traditional values, written and unwritten law, codes and ordinances.

Facilitation includes: referrals to Tribal, local community, and government resources, conducting supervised visits, interviews, and limited in-home services and inspections. This position requires being a liaison between different departments and offices within the Tribe and the Community, police departments and other courts of competent jurisdiction.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for case management of party-involved Tribal Court cases, including the preparation of social histories, conducting guided interviews, home visits and collateral investigations in order to assess needs and to determine the extent and type of services required
• Prepare reports and correspondence; maintain accurate and current case record information; maintain other records as required, including reports during Court status/review hearings
• Responsible for support services for parties involved in tribal court cases, i.e., assists in completing various service agency applications, public assistance, social security, food bank referrals, job search, recreation and cultural activities, etc.
• Facilitate Court Ordered supervised visits
• Identify care options for individuals and families in need of behavioral health services and treatment
• Provides advocacy on behalf of court involved parties for local, regional and state resources not available through Kenaitze, i.e., assists in preventive services and outreach to families
• Participate in special projects, i.e. task force or other Court related duties
• Sign and adhere to confidentiality in accordance with the Kenaitze Indian Tribal policy
• Complete Kenaitze and Tribal Court orientation training, attend and participate in staff and individual training, conferences and meetings
• Knowledge of cross-cultural competence, which includes learning the culture and history of the Kahtnuht'ana Dena'ina
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: cell phone, radio, computer, copier, scanner, and other office equipment

List Tools: flashlight and other tools as necessary for Probationary needs

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Use of personal or KIT vehicle for travel between tribal and community locations

Travel

• Local
• In-State
• Out-of-State

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in a related field

Experience

• Three years' experience in social work or other related field
• Progressively responsible work experience in relevant field may be exchanged for the education requirements
• Tribal judicial process experience is preferred but not required
• Knowledgeable of casework theory, interviewing techniques, and community resources and services
• Knowledgeable of Federal Indian Child Welfare Act and Tribal Court Codes; ability to read and interpret legal documents and procedure manuals
• Knowledge and experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian people

License/Certification

• Valid Alaska drivers' license and must remain insurable under the tribe's policy

Special Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Access and Excel with good keyboarding skills
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and the public
• Ability to analyze situations and take prompt effective action
• Ability to gather and analyze data, reason logically and accurately and draw valid conclusions, and take effective action
• Ability to maintain objectivity; and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to meet, interview and deal effectively with individuals in their own environment

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.