Meskwaki Edler's Circle Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE: Meskwaki Elders Circle Coordinator DEPARTMENT: Meskwaki Nation Child Support ServicesCLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Receives referrals from Case Manager for Meskwaki Elders Circle (MEC)Consults and provides orientation of alternative dispute resolution processesCoordinates all alternative dispute resolution servicesWrites case notes, summaries, and family engagement plansUpdates Case Worker on progress of cases. Files all proceedings in CIS case notes and in the case file about proceedings schedule and/or barriers and developments, and forwards all entries to the Case WorkerNotifies Case Worker of any recommendations made by MEC for MNCSS to coordinate for partiesTracks and maintains policies and procedures for MEC referrals, forms, and other documents as neededCoordinates mediation scheduling with clients and MEC members Recruits and maintains MEC membershipMeets with MEC Committee Members on a monthly basis for updates, reviews, etc. Prepares and submits monthly report of activities, meetings, and budget updates and submit to the Direct Supervisor on the 1st day of each monthDevelop and attend trainings as necessary Refers clients to resourcesMust be able to maintain strict confidentialityConducts and identifies community resources on a continual basisReviews resources annually for current and accurate informationOther duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS:Associate 's degree in Liberal Arts and two (2) years of administrative experience including customer service or a combination of equivalent education and experience.Prefer Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration or Master's degree in Social Work Prefer experience working with Native Communities & Indian Tribal organizationsExperience working with eldersExperience working with District and Tribal Courts Prefer business planning experienceMediation Certification and/or experience in dispute resolutionMust be knowledgeable and proficient with Microsoft Office productsPrior Supervisory ExperienceBe knowledgeable and proficient in P.C. word processing, spreadsheet, internet, and e-mailStrong communication skills, verbal and written. Must have public speaking experienceDemonstrate knowledge and experience in teambuilding and teamworkPrefer Meskwaki language comprehension and/or desire to learnTravel when necessary SUPERVISION:- Supervised by the Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services (MNCSS) Director SALARY LEVEL:32 hours per week- DOQ