VACANCY ANN. #: STOI-24-092
TITLE: INDIAN CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER
DEPARTMENT: HHS/CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES
LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA
SUPERVISOR: DCFS DIRECTOR
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: $21.40 – $23.50 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 2, 2024

 

INTRODUCTION:

The primary goal of the Spokane Tribal Indian Child Welfare department of children and family services is to prevent the breakup of Spokane tribal families and to prevent the permanent

removal of Tribal children from the custody of their parents. Spokane Tribe DCFS strives to empower families in our community to keep children safe by investigating alleged child abuse,

neglect, and/or abandonment. It is Spokane Tribe’s DCFS desire to offer culturally responsive services to each child and family represented on caseloads. This position will provide case

management to children and families in need, while promoting healthy lifestyles and developing service plans and early interventions to prevent child abuse and/or neglect and to prevent out of

home placement. ICW Social worker will provide social work services and case management to Indian children and familied served by the DCFS department. The worker must be able to

establish and maintain excellent working relationships/partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to meet the needs of the population served. The worker will be required to

attend and testify at court hearings on a frequent basis.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform investigations of alleged abuse, neglect and/or abandonment of children within the Spokane Tribe Jurisdiction, per the youth code.
• Ensure all placements follow guidelines by the Spokane tribal Youth Code, WICWA, and ICWA.
• Determine if abusive or unsafe conditions exist and take appropriate action to ensure the safety of the children.
• Determine suitable and safe living conditions for children and families by conducting home visits/inspection with clients and placement providers.
• Arrange and supervise visits between children, parents and extended family members (when appropriate).
• Develop safety plans, as necessary.
• Provides case management.
• Maintains regular contact with children and families.
• Attends tribal and state court hearings where Spokane tribal children are involved in dependency proceedings and provides testimony as needed.
• Provides written reports regarding family’s progress on case plans and court ordered services and makes recommendations to Spokane Tribal Court.
• Maintains and ensures an extreme level of confidentiality of all information regarding child abuse and/or neglect cases.
• Maintains efficient management of case files and be highly organized.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. · May be required to be on call 24 hours per day for one week per month.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to meet with the children, families, the public and co-workers in a courteous and professional manner, using tact, diplomacy and mature judgement in alignment with program standards.
• Ability to treat people with respect, keep commitments, inspire trust of others, work ethically and with integrity and uphold the Spokane Tribe’s and DCFS organizational values.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and complete work in a timely manner.
• Knowledge and experience working with children and families involved in the child welfare system due to child abuse and/or neglect issues.
• Ability to collect, organize and evaluate information to develop logical conclusions.
• Knowledge of case management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, rules and regulations, including the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and the Washington State Indian Child Welfare Act (WICWA).
• Knowledge of the judicial systems of state and tribal courts, basic courtroom etiquette, terminology and procedures.
• Knowledge of Spokane tribal culture, customs, resources and tradition and/or willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of the Spokane Tribal Youth Code.
• Ability to prepare and proofread various reports and documents.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and up to date documentation for case files.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain confidence in co-workers, supervisors, management, Tribal Council, and community.
• Ability to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive verbal and written work instruction.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and manage crisis situation as they arise with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of social work, child development stages, and emotional and physical and mental needs of abused and/or neglected children.
• Ability to attend relevant and ongoing training.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• AA in Social Services or related field and two years of experience in Indian Child Welfare Services, Child Protection, and/or Social Services.
• Must complete Regional Core Training with Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence within 6 months of hire.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of the Federal Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and good driving record.

 

 *Safety Sensitive Background – Requires a higher standard of performance and behavior.

 *Indian Preference Applies – Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.

 

Apply Online: https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/358?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

 

 

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Tashina Brown

(509) 458-6583, or (509) 458-6527, Fax: (509) 458-6556

e-mail:  hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com

Applications Must Be Received In The Human Resources Department

By 4:30 PM On The Closing Date

The Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According

To Its Indian Preference Policy

All Applicants Will Be Subject To A Pre-Employment Drug Test

All Positions With The Tribe Are Subject To A 90 Day Orientation Period

 

 

 

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-24-041
TITLE: WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST I/II (WEEDS)
DEPARTMENT: NATURAL RESOURCES
SUPERVISOR: WILDLIFE PROGRAM MANAGER
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: $24.96 – $31.19 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: AUGUST 28, 2024
CLOSING DATE: SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

 

INTRODUCTION:
The Spokane Tribe Wildlife Program’s “Upland Habitat Management” project was developed as partial mitigation for the impacts from the construction and ongoing operation of Grand Coulee Dam and the Federal Columbia River Power System. The Weed Biologist I is responsible for developing and implementing all weed management activities on the Spokane Indian Reservation, and providing noxious weed management recommendations to other departments as needed.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with the implementation of the Integrated Weed Management Plan (IWMP) and all associated projects.
• Develop and implement noxious weed control activities for cover crop fields, other planted areas, and non-planted areas on mitigation parcels and tribal trust lands.
• Maintain records of chemical, biological, and mechanical control applications
• Collect and input field data and spatial data, and conduct relevant analyses to inform project decisions.
• Assist with equipment maintenance: tractors, chainsaws, ATV, side by side, tractor im-plements, vehicles & etc.
• Train technical staff on chemical weed control and related worker protection standards
• Communicate project progress and needs to supervisors
• Participate with the Integrated Resource Management Plan (IRMP) Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to review project proposals on the reservation.
• Other duties as assigned

Additional duties for Wildlife Biologist II
• Assist with budget management, purchasing, and other administrative tasks
• Prepare reports for funding agencies
• Lead development of study designs for data collection and tracking project success
• Oversee technical staff in day to day duties
• Find and submit proposals for grant and funding opportunities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of plant and animal communities, and working knowledge of plant and weed identification
• Must possess a basic first aid/CPR card or able to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to work independently, in rugged terrain, in remote areas.
• Ability and knowledge to work safely and efficiently around agricultural and spraying equipment, ATV’s and chainsaws.
• Experience in the use and application of standard computer programs and associated software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal and written instructions and work with co-workers, tribal programs, general public, and other agencies.
• Must be able to operate GPS and mapping tools
• Must be able to work with diverse cultural, professional, and technical interdisciplinary teams.
• Must be able to safely operate ATV and 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to work in inclement weather condi-tions and rough terrain, to include carrying 30+ pounds routinely.

Additional Skill and Abilities for Wildlife Biologist II
• Working knowledge of data analysis software and packages, and of ESRI software products in relation to natural resource projects
• Broad knowledge of plant and animal identification
• Previous experience with budget development and management, grant writing, and pro-ject management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and be tribally insura-ble.
• Must be able to obtain Pesticide Applicators License from Washington State Depart-ment of Agriculture (WSDA) within 90 days of hire
BIO I
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resources related field AND 1 year experience related to habitat restoration, invasive species control, or other natural resource management
BIO II
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource related field AND 4 years of experience;
• OR Master’s degree in a natural resources related field AND 1 year experience related to habitat restoration, invasive species control, or other natural resource management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• CDL
• Wildland Fire
• Current Pesticide Applicators License from Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) or from another state.
• Experience beyond the minimum qualifications related to invasive species control or other natural resource management

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pesticide Private Applicators License within 90 days of hire.

*Tribal Preference applies- It is the policy of the Spokane Tribe of Indians to grant preference in employment to qualified Indians and to provide special consideration to qualified Spokane Tribal Citizens.

 

APPLY ON-LINE; https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/349?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Empero Corral
P.O. Box 206 Wellpinit, WA 99040
509-458-6583 or 458-6527
E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com
Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.
The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy
All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test
All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-24-039
TITLE: WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST I/II (HABITAT)
DEPARTMENT: NATURAL RESOURCES
SUPERVISOR: WILDLIFE PROGRAM MANAGER
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: $24.96 – $31.19 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: AUGUST 28, 2024
CLOSING DATE: SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

 

INTRODUCTION:
The Spokane Tribe Wildlife Program’s “Upland Habitat Management” project was developed as partial mitigation for the impacts from the construction and ongoing operation of Grand Coulee Dam and the Federal Columbia River Power System. The Habitat Biologist I/II is responsible for leading and implementing various ecological and habitat restoration projects across the Spokane Indian Reservation, including planting trees, shrubs, grasses, and forbs, assisting with noxious weed management activities, and leading the collection and analysis of project related data.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead and implement habitat restoration projects including planting trees, shrubs, forbs, and grasses.
• Maintain project timelines and track project success.
• Assist with planning and implementing noxious weed treatments.
• Keep supervisors informed of project progress, successes, and needs, and provide management
• recommendations as needed.
• Utilize data and project results to inform decision making processes and track projects from
• conception to completion.
• Provide guidance and training to technical staff on safety procedures, restoration techniques (planting), plant identification, vegetation and habitat monitoring, and data collection.
• Perform or delegate scheduled maintenance on all equipment, including tractors, ATV’s and UTV’s, trucks, and power tools. Maintain records of maintenance tasks, repairs, and recommended maintenance schedules.
• Document and maintain records of all ecological restoration and habitat improvement projects, and any other data collection efforts.
• Conduct data analyses and utilize other scientific research to help inform decision making, track success, develop reports, and help produce best management practices for project implementation.
• Provide training and/or assistance to program technicians for habitat management purposes
• Collect and update GIS data
• Participate in DNR Interdisciplinary teams (IDT) providing professional insight and/or concerns for projects on the reservation.
• Administrative and other duties as assigned

Additional duties for Wildlife Biologist II
• Assist with budget management, purchasing, and other administrative tasks
• Prepare reports for funding agencies
• Lead development of study designs for data collection and tracking project success
• Oversee technical staff in day to day duties
• Find and submit proposals for grant and funding

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of plant and animal communities, and working knowledge of plant and weed identification
• Must possess a basic first aid/CPR card or able to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to work independently, in rugged terrain, in remote areas.
• Ability and knowledge to work safely and efficiently around agricultural and spraying equipment, ATV’s and chainsaws.
• Experience in the use and application of standard computer programs and associated software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal and written instructions and work with co-workers, tribal programs, general public, and other agencies.
• Must be able to operate GPS and mapping tools
• Must be able to work with diverse cultural, professional, and technical interdisciplinary teams.
• Must be able to safely operate ATV and 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to work in inclement weather conditions and rough terrain, to include carrying 30+ pounds routinely.
• Additional Skill and Abilities for Wildlife Biologist II
• Working knowledge of data analysis software and packages, and of ESRI software products in relation to natural resource projects
• Broad knowledge of plant and animal identification
• Previous experience with budget development and management, grant writing, and
• project management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and be tribally insurable.
Wildlife Biologist I
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resources related field AND 1 year experience related to habitat restoration, invasive species control, or other natural resource management
Wildlife Biologist II
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource related field AND 4 years of experience; · OR Master’s degree in a natural resources related field AND 1 year experience related to habitat restoration,            invasive species control, or other natural resource management

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• CDL
• Wildland Fire
• Current Pesticide Applicators License from Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) or from another state, or ability to obtain.

*Tribal Preference applies- It is the policy of the Spokane Tribe of Indians to grant preference in employment to qualified Indians and to provide special consideration to qualified Spokane Tribal Citizens.

 

APPLY ON-LINE; https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/347?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

 

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Empero Corral
P.O. Box 206 Wellpinit, WA 99040
509-458-6583 or 458-6527
E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com
Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.
The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy
All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test
All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-24-065
TITLE: EDUCATION COACH
DEPARTMENT: HEAD START
SUPERVISOR: HEAD START DIRECTOR
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME
RATE OF PAY: $21.40 – $26.69 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: JULY 3, 2024
CLOSING DATE: JULY 17, 2024

 

INTRODUCTION:

The Education Coach is responsible for the Head Start Education component and coaching of classroom teachers and assistants.  The Education Coach will assist the Head Start Program Director with assurance of overall program compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Spokane Tribe of Indians Policies and Procedures, IHS Environmental Health Code Standards, and applicable Washington State Rules and Regulations.  The Education Coach will be in the classroom daily supporting the teachers by assisting with observations, learning objectives, coaching and consulting.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess all education staff to identify strengths, areas of needed support and which staff would benefit most from intensive coaching.
• Provide opportunities for intensive coaching to those education staff identified—to include opportunities to be observed and receive feedback and modeling of effective teacher practices directly related to program performance goals.
• Provide opportunities for education staff to receive other forms of research-based professional development aligned with the program performance goals.
• Establish policies that ensure assessment results are not used to solely determine punitive actions for staff identified as needing support, without providing time and resources for staff to improve.
• Support and encourage teaching staff in program operations, drawing on agency policies, procedures and resources to develop staff skills for successful job task completion.
• Mentor staff using positive role modeling and reflective supervision techniques, in order to strengthen skill levels and confidence.
• Ensure that each Head Start family receives the required amount of home visits.
• Assist Education staff with weekly lesson plans.
• Ensure that goals for individual children are being recorded
• Ensure that Education staff maintains the required component information in each child’s portfolio.

• Assess training needs, locate training opportunities, coordinate and implement training.
• Assist with the tracking and reporting of child outcomes three times annually.
• Work and interact with peers, as individuals and/or in team/group settings, in a professional manner that contributes to the Spokane Tribal Head Start School Readiness Goals.

• Set School Readiness Goals that align with Head Start Performance Standards and Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF).
• Contribute to the recruitment process and enrollment of Head Start eligible children.
• Assist other staff in the coordination of transition services and activities.
• Assure that on-going assessment of each child’s growth and development is utilized to record achievement of Desired Results and Outcomes and that individual learning plans (ILP) are created for each child and updated on a regular basis.
• Support Head Start Teaching staff with issues of classroom environments, behavior management and inclusion of children with special needs. This includes, but is not limited to phone, email, written reports, record keeping and tracking of data.
• Contribute to the development and distribution of written and web-based materials for child, parents, employees and community partners within the areas of developmentally appropriate practices, screening, assessment, behavior management, learning environments, special education, disability laws and services.

• Adhere to established performance standards, coordinate formal evaluations of children, monitor progress through observation, tracking and follow-up.
• Ensure accurate reports and documentation and comply with applicable laws, policies and procedures (State, Federal and Tribal).

• Utilize the identified data management system to track, monitor and follow-up on cases with identified concerns and for those children receiving services.
• Report cases of child abuse and neglect by serving as a mandated reporter.
• Assist with the daily sanitizing/cleaning of the Head Start building

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILILTIES REQUIRED:

• Requires the ability to learn, interpret, and apply District, State, and Federal requirements and objectives for academic achievement.
• Maintain a high level of organization, including an orderly and neat work area and excellent time management skills, leading to the highest levels of productivity.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of or Willingness to learn Head Start Curriculum and Assessment tools including: Teaching Strategies GOLD (TSG), Creative Curriculum, Second Steps, Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), Dial 4 Screening and Scoring, Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA), and Child Plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel
• Participate in open communication and provide feedback to the director regarding operations, staffing, personal development and operational productivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must contribute to the Head Start team in a positive and productive manner with reliability, patience and consistency.
• Employ positive communication skills and exercise professional interpersonal abilities (tact, diplomacy, and respect) with others at all times.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education; or a baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children.
• First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogen certification, Food Handlers Permit, and Mandated Reporter Training to be obtained during orientation period.
• TB Test and immunization record

 

*Indian Preference Applies – Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.

 

*Safety Sensitive Background – Requires a higher standard of performance and behavior.

 

 

APPLY ON-LINE  https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/332?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

 

 

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Empero Corral

P.O. Box 206 Wellpinit, WA 99040

509-458-6583 or 458-6527

E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com

Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.

The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy

All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test

All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-24-050
TITLE: VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
DEPARTMENT: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
SUPERVISOR: DIRECTOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: $21.40 – $26.25 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: JUNE 21, 2024
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED 

 

INTRODUCTION:

The mission of the Spokane Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program (STVRP) is to provide culturally appropriate Vocational Rehabilitative services to Native Americans with disabilities living in our region (Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens and Kootenai counties) who have a functional limitation and need assistance maintaining, obtaining, or regaining employment.  We fulfill our mission by providing job training opportunities, assistive technology services, and job placement services to eligible people.  An estimated 20% of Native Americans living in our region are eligible for our services.   The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) provides services to Native Americans living with disabilities and who want to work.  The VRC assesses clients’ eligibility; and for eligible clients, the VRC assists in building an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE).  The VRC provides services as outlined in IPEs with the overall goal of assisting clients in becoming fully self-sufficient.  Through this process, VRCs create rapport with clients, prospective employers, agency programs, and external partners.  In addition to the usual routines of other VRCs, this position may require development of relationships with regional school systems as well as the youth in transition. This position serves eligible people throughout the service area and is housed in two offices:  one in Spokane and one in Wellpinit.  All program staff are assigned hours in each office; hours per site are based on the program’s needs.   MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This job focuses on services for adults: ·         Efficiently manage a caseload of up to 50 clients, providing the following services: o   Conduct intake interviews o   Coordinate and synthesize necessary medical, psychological, social, educational, vocational, and financial information to determine eligibility o   Effectively provide Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) counseling, develop individualized plans for employment with each eligible client, monitor clients’ progress, and arrange VR services that may include VR guidance and counseling; vocational assessment; transition from high school to work; job training, placement and retention, medical restoration; assistive technology/independent living; benefits planning; supported employment; and any other VR services required to achieve and maintain the employment. o   Maintains relationships with secondary school staff o   Provides school-to-work transition services to eligible high school students ·         Responsibly assess impacts on clients’ other related services, such as Social Security Disability Insurance, Temporary Aid for Needy Families, General Assistance, etc.  Assists customer in identifying and using comparable benefits that may be available to them for obtaining required VR services designed on the IPE. ·         Manages expenditures within an allotment of case service funds, and only authorizes funds necessary for diagnostic evaluation of the customer or required for the implementation of VR services identified on the IPE. ·         Efficiently keep electronic and hard-copy client records (up to 25% of this job includes routine data entry and routine reporting) ·         Other duties as assigned, which may include but is not limited to: o    Public event coordination and participation o    Lead group workshops and related activities for consumers to facilitate informed choice, job search and/or preparation for employment o    Lead group trainings and discussions for coworkers to facilitate team members’ professional growth o    Provide backup for other case managers as needed, including youth related services o    Explore online information, advise leadership, or write reports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Demonstrate the ability to guide and assist consumers in selecting employment goals that are well suited to their individual needs and circumstances, including options for self-employment Knowledge of Spokane Tribe community and/or Native American cultures/traditions/languages Demonstrate experience with and sensitivity to non-dominant cultures, including people with disabilities Demonstrate creativity in applying multiple counseling techniques to meet the varied needs of clients Demonstrate dependability, keeping confidential information secure, establishing firm boundaries, maintaining professionalism, keeping accurate and current records (both written and electronic) Ability to effectively use technology including learning specialized software routine technology, such as printers, computers, internet, new software, etc. Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook ·         Ability to apply technical knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disabling conditions, labor market information, transferable skills analysis, assistive technology, job modifications Ability to understand VR laws, regulations and professional standards which include: A)   Federal Rehabilitation Act statutes and regulations B)   Spokane Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Policies and Procedures C)   Washington State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Policies and Procedures D)   Washington State Administrative Code E)   Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification Code of Ethics. Availability to occasionally travel to business meetings and trainings outside of the region for up to a week at a time Demonstrate the ability to negotiate with vendors, and other rehabilitation professionals. Ability to effectively network with employers, colleagues and other social service organizations Must be able and willing to learn Salish language, expected to routinely use Salish salutations within one year of hire Ability to assist consumers in exercising informed choice to make collaborative decisions that are consistent with appropriate vocational rehabilitation practice Knowledge of community organizations and training/employment resources Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Manage multiple and competing priorities within prescribed timeframes. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment in making decisions Professional experience providing excellent customer service ·         Must be able to keep an organized calendar. Communicate effectively with all levels of team members, guests, and outside contacts. Work effectively in a professional environment ·         Able to work periodically under conditions of urgency. ·         This position serves Native Americans with disabilities.  Must have the ability to show compassion and sensitivity   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: ·         Undergraduate Degree (i.e. 4-year degree from an accredited college or university) in social work, behavioral health, psychology, disability studies, rehabilitation, or related field Two years of relevant experience, such as paid or volunteer experience with people living with disabilities, case management, etc. Must be able to pass a drug test and background checks as required by the Spokane Tribe of Indians Valid driver’s license and good driving record, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Communicate effectively with all levels of team members, guests, and outside contacts. Work effectively in a professional environment ·         Able to work periodically under conditions of urgency.   *Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.   *Safety Sensitive Background – requires a higher standard or performance and behavior.     APPLY ON-LINE; https://spokanetribe.bamboohr.com/careers/322?source=aWQ9MTg%3D     Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Empero Corral P.O. Box 206 Wellpinit, WA 99040 509-458-6583 or 458-6527 E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period