Meskwaki Elder's Circle Coordinator

TITLE**:** Meskwaki Elders Circle Coordinator DEPARTMENT : Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives referrals from Case Manager for Meskwaki Elders Circle (MEC)

• Consults and provides orientation of alternative dispute resolution processes

• Coordinates all alternative dispute resolution services

• Writes case notes, summaries, and family engagement plans

• Updates 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 Worker

• Notifies Case Worker of any recommendations made by MEC for MNCSS to coordinate for parties

• Tracks and maintains policies and procedures for MEC referrals, forms, and other documents as needed

• Coordinates mediation scheduling with clients and MEC members

• Recruits and maintains MEC membership

• Meets 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 month

• Develop and attend trainings as necessary

• Refers clients to resources

• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality

• Conducts and identifies community resources on a continual basis

• Reviews resources annually for current and accurate information

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• 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 organizations

• Experience working with elders

• Experience working with District and Tribal Courts

• Prefer business planning experience

• Mediation Certification and/or experience in dispute resolution

• Must be knowledgeable and proficient with Microsoft Office products

• Prior Supervisory Experience

• Be knowledgeable and proficient in P.C. word processing, spreadsheet, internet, and e-mail

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

• Must have public speaking experience

• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in teambuilding and teamwork

• Prefer Meskwaki language comprehension and/or desire to learn

• Travel when necessary

SUPERVISION:

• Supervised by the Meskwaki Nation Child Support Services (MNCSS) Director

SALARY LEVEL:

• 32 hours per week

• DOQ