Family Caseworker

Position Announcement

Job Title:                     Family Caseworker

Department:               Traditional Tribal Court

Mission:                       Helping Our Citizens and Community to Thrive

Values:                         Care and love for each other, education, honesty, humor, and respect.

If you are passionate about advocating for children and providing compassionate care to their families, we want you to be on our team. Join a group of dedicated, mission-driven professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

CVTC Offers: A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes each staff members’ professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full time, 36 hours per week position, with competitive pay and a flexible benefits package including 401(k) retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, accrued PTO, free training and educational opportunities, that includes learning the Ahtna language and culture.

Our environment is family-friendly, with cultural and wellness activities and opportunities for fun!

Who We Are Seeking: A passionate and dedicated individual who is committed to advocating for children and providing compassionate care to families. As a Family Caseworker, you will be responsible for case management, advocacy, and service coordination for families involved in child welfare proceedings. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with court orders, facilitate access to culturally appropriate resources, and offer vital family support. You will act as a liaison between families, service providers, legal entities, and external agencies, advocating for Tribal families within both Tribal and state legal systems. Previous Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) experience would be a bonus but not required.

Qualifications, Education & Experience: 

2 to 3 years of experience is preferred. We are willing to provide training for CNV citizens.

A bachelor’s degree in social work, or a related field is preferred, but can be substituted with two additional years of relevant experience.

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills; including the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds; establish and maintain cooperative relationships and work successfully as a member of a team.

Excellent time management, problem-solving and organizational skills, with a proven ability to meet sometimes competing deadlines while working independently and with others.

Superb verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to function well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software.

Certificates and Licenses: A valid Alaska Driver’s license and the ability to be insured on CVTC’s vehicle insurance policy is a requirement of this position.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check: This position requires you to complete and pass a pre-employment state and federal background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Hiring Preferences: As allowed in P.L. 93-638, preference for employment will be given to Alaska Native and American Indian peoples. CVTC also applies family and local hiring preferences.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. This position is open until filled. 

Contact Human Resources at (907) 745-0749 or [email protected] with any questions.