Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton, Arizona, United States
CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES WORKER
Posted over 1 month ago
Job Description
EIVIPLOYIVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Child Protective Services Worker
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certi?cates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-007
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Tribal Social Services
City: Sacaton, AZLocations: 531 W. B Street
Area of Interest: Social Services
Salary Type: Base Pay
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $47,252 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Child Protective Services Worker investigates reports of child neglect/abuse and works closely with law
enforcement officials. The Child Protective Services Worker makes home and school visits to interview children,
parents, and other household members regarding their investigation. It is necessary to make court appearances,
prepare court documents, and testify in court.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Respond to referrals by making prompt and thorough investigations to determine the nature, extent, and cause
of any condition, which could be child maltreatment and affect the safety of the children.Conduct investigation by interviewing children, parents, household members, relatives, referral sources,
school personnel, law enforcement, counselors, medical professionals, attorneys, and anyone else with
information regarding an investigation; Interview can be both scheduled or unannounced; Complete Child
Protective Services Investigation Report and other required documents including information with
demographics, allegations, case notes, activities of investigation, findings, and summary of investigation.
Complete intakes for Tribal Social Services for Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services on an
assigned schedule.Prepare and file reports and neglect/abuse petitions with the court, in cooperation with the Protective Services
Office; Coordinate with law enforcement, Protective Services Office , Tribal courts, and other community
resources to ensure that the child in need of care cases are handled professionally and expeditiously.Initiate procedures to take a child or children into temporary custody when it has been determined they may
be in grave danger, in accordance with the Gila River Indian Community Childrenis Code; Required to make
monthly contact with children who are Temporary Wards to ensure safety.Attend weekly meetings with Protective Services Attorney and Child Protective Services team to provide
updates on investigations; Meet regularly with the Protective Services team to provide information on
appropriate cases.Provide written reports on monthly cases or when requested.Will be required to make court appearances and testify in court.Required to perform 24/7 on-call duties on a rotating basis.May be required to manage Temporary Wards of the Court cases until fully adjudicated.
Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:Knowledge of issues related to child abuse and prevention.Knowledge of and the ability to work cooperatively with other community resources.Ability to interview children and adults as part of an investigation.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times on child welfare cases.Ability to identify, relate to and communicate with children and residents of the Gila River Indian Community,
as well as with persons from varied economic, educational and cultural backgrounds.Ability to work independently and to make difficult decisions based on observations and documentation
related to cases.Ability to maintain accurate, up to date files, records and reports.Ability to work weekend and evenings on rotating or on-call basis.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the
general public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or a
closely related field and two (2) years experience in Child Protective Services, Social Services, or Human
Services; ORAssociates degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or
a closely related field and four (4) years7 experience in Child Protective Services, Social Services, or Human
Services.ADDITIONAL REg ZUIREMENTS:Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 US. C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B.Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis.Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving
record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of
submission of the application.Non-Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certi?cates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-007
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Tribal Social Services
City: Sacaton, AZLocations: 531 W. B Street
Area of Interest: Social Services
Salary Type: Base Pay
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $47,252 Salary
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Child Protective Services Worker investigates reports of child neglect/abuse and works closely with law
enforcement officials. The Child Protective Services Worker makes home and school visits to interview children,
parents, and other household members regarding their investigation. It is necessary to make court appearances,
prepare court documents, and testify in court.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Respond to referrals by making prompt and thorough investigations to determine the nature, extent, and cause
of any condition, which could be child maltreatment and affect the safety of the children.Conduct investigation by interviewing children, parents, household members, relatives, referral sources,
school personnel, law enforcement, counselors, medical professionals, attorneys, and anyone else with
information regarding an investigation; Interview can be both scheduled or unannounced; Complete Child
Protective Services Investigation Report and other required documents including information with
demographics, allegations, case notes, activities of investigation, findings, and summary of investigation.
Complete intakes for Tribal Social Services for Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services on an
assigned schedule.Prepare and file reports and neglect/abuse petitions with the court, in cooperation with the Protective Services
Office; Coordinate with law enforcement, Protective Services Office , Tribal courts, and other community
resources to ensure that the child in need of care cases are handled professionally and expeditiously.Initiate procedures to take a child or children into temporary custody when it has been determined they may
be in grave danger, in accordance with the Gila River Indian Community Childrenis Code; Required to make
monthly contact with children who are Temporary Wards to ensure safety.Attend weekly meetings with Protective Services Attorney and Child Protective Services team to provide
updates on investigations; Meet regularly with the Protective Services team to provide information on
appropriate cases.Provide written reports on monthly cases or when requested.Will be required to make court appearances and testify in court.Required to perform 24/7 on-call duties on a rotating basis.May be required to manage Temporary Wards of the Court cases until fully adjudicated.
Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:Knowledge of issues related to child abuse and prevention.Knowledge of and the ability to work cooperatively with other community resources.Ability to interview children and adults as part of an investigation.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times on child welfare cases.Ability to identify, relate to and communicate with children and residents of the Gila River Indian Community,
as well as with persons from varied economic, educational and cultural backgrounds.Ability to work independently and to make difficult decisions based on observations and documentation
related to cases.Ability to maintain accurate, up to date files, records and reports.Ability to work weekend and evenings on rotating or on-call basis.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the
general public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or a
closely related field and two (2) years experience in Child Protective Services, Social Services, or Human
Services; ORAssociates degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling or
a closely related field and four (4) years7 experience in Child Protective Services, Social Services, or Human
Services.ADDITIONAL REg ZUIREMENTS:Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 US. C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B.Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis.Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving
record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of
submission of the application.Non-Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
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