Family Coach (Human Services Case Manager)

Initial Posting Date:

06/05/2024

Application Deadline:

06/17/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$3,948 - $6,025

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Family Coach (Human Services Case Manager)

Job Description:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are actively working to build an equitable agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams where everyone can show up as their authentic selves are foundational to a vibrant workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

Opportunity awaits! Join our dynamic District 11 Engagement Team at the Klamath Falls Self Sufficiency Office and make a meaningful impact as a Tribal Family Coach!

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)

• We support Oregonians on their journey to well-being and independence by offering a range of opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice and preserve dignity.
• Equity is foundational to our role as a human service agency and we are committed to integrating equity into all that we do.
• We embrace a transformative RiSE culture that prioritizes safety, value, support, strength, and engagement.
• We empower employees to join our Employee Resource Groups that foster vibrant communities and promote shared learning.

About the program

Do you have a passion for serving Tribal families and want to assist in their success? Do you want to empower survivors by providing resources and supporting them through their safety planning? If you are ready to become part of a dedicated and highly functioning Family Engagement team and part of an organization that is creating a positive culture to thrive in, this is the career you are looking for.

This position does not require bilingual language skills but there is a need in the communities that we serve, and all are encouraged to apply.

Family Coaches work closely with Klamath Tribes families and work is based in the Klamath Falls Branch and in the local community. This position is not remote.

Tribal Affairs Unit Mission:
“Raising the level of health and wellness of all Oregon tribal communities through elevating tribal voice, sovereignty and culture.” 

Your duties at a glance

As a Family Coach (Human Services Case Manager), you will:

• Conduct interviews to determine Tribal family needs and eligibility, and complete program applications for program benefits and, if eligible, issues appropriate support.
• Engage clients in family evaluation of strengths and jointly develop a case plan and identify the steps the family will take towards self-sufficiency and meeting their basic needs.
• Monitor progress, needs, and makes necessary modifications to the case plan.
• Initiate and participate in case staffing, employment readiness, life skills training, and supports job search as needed.
• Assist with crisis and safety planning for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
• Explore alternate resources and link clients to community services and may also assist with supporting resources and services within the community.
• Your knowledge of child welfare best practices and experience working with Tribes and Tribal communities will help ensure that American Indian and Alaska Native children and families are recognized and provided with culturally responsive and appropriate services.
• You will serve on Tribal cases and will participate on a regular basis in local Tribal activities and promote and support the well-being of Tribal families.
• In this role, you will provide technical assistance and advice to ODHS staff (alongside Oregon’s nine federally recognized tribes) to prevent the removal of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) children from their homes. You will work to reduce the number of AI/AN children in foster care and ensure that the agency is actively engaged in this effort. This will involve setting goals, coaching caseworkers, providing advice about placements, assessing ODHS staff decisions, and participating in Child and Family Services Reviews.

Minimum qualifications