NAYA Family Center is hiring a compassionate and committed human services professional in our Family Services Department. This position is part of the Early Childhood Services program and is responsible for case management of families either engaged with or working to avoid engagement with both state and tribal out of care systems, as well as children ages 0-8 served in our early childhood programs. Working in a team setting, case management duties involve advocacy and attention to the multiple needs of both the youth and their families as they relate to child development, child abuse prevention, substance use disorders treatment support, access to behavioral health services, and other wrap around services to support family needs in a culturally responsive manner.

NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (and affordable care for family members), 401(k) retirement plan with 6% match, paid vacation and paid holidays. 

This is a full-time role with work hours of 9 am to 6 pm with a one hour unpaid lunch.
 

Who You Are

• A minimum of two years experience in human services with low income and culturally diverse populations 
• Knowledge of community resources, emergency, and wrap around services 
• Experience (professional or lived) working with the Indian Child Welfare Act and the Department of Human Services 
• Strong computer skills including web-based research, word processing, database management, email and Microsoft Office programs
• Strong time management skills with an ability to manage case loads efficiently, work with families facing multiple barriers and participate in staff development opportunities 

What You'll Do

• Provide a full range of professional services to youth and their families engaged in services including early childhood programs. 
• Maintain ongoing contact with youth and families on caseload, constantly assessing needs and making independent decisions about how to provide support for our youth and families.
• Maintain and develop resource list and resources for Native youth and their families in the areas of child development and school readiness. 
• Collaborate with local and state public, private and tribal social services agencies to meet the needs of youth and their families as they navigate educational and services systems.  
• Maintain excellent Case Management procedures (including a comprehensive client database) in compliance with funding sources, strength-based interventions, and priorities of the Family Services Director and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). 
• Provide training with the Positive Indian Parenting model and provide home visiting services to participating families. 
• Disburse client assistance funds, support services, youth bus tickets and school supplies in compliance with  funding sources and Family Services Director and the CEO’s priorities. 

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