Tribal TANF Caseworker I / II / III

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Tribal TANF Caseworker I / II / III

Job Code:

2026:OTZ-086

Location:

Kotzebue, Alaska

Program:

Tribal TANF

FT/PT Status:

Full Time

Job Responsibilities:

MANIILAQ ASSOCIATION

05/18

Title: Tribal TANF Caseworker

I/II/III

Range:

12/13/14

Program:

Tribal TANF

Status:

Non-Exempt

Housing Priority:

None

Covered:

Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

This

position provides case management services to the clients. The primary purpose

of this position is to help TANF client’s transition into a state of financial

independence. This position will be responsible for obtaining, verifying and

calculating income in determining monthly client cash benefits. This position

will be responsible for promoting self-sufficiency and is expected to provide

clients with local workforce and educational resources and also promote family

health and wellness. Reports to the TANF Supervisor.

PRINCIPLE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.

Prepares

and maintains case files both in the TAS software and in paper file, records

and documents in a timely and thorough manner.

2.

Issues

payments, reports and notices in TAS by appropriate monthly deadlines.

3.

Tracks

and monitors all client cases to assure clients compliance with mandated

federal work activity and state requirements.

4.

Meets

all work participation rates for community service or work activity

requirements within the federal guidelines. Monitors and makes recommendations

for sanctions or adverse actions.

5.

Coordinates

and creates monthly work participation activities for TANF recipients by communicating

work and educational opportunities, job fairs, family wellness, community

service and activity functions.

6.

Document

outcomes, follow-up, and case notes for each TANF client in a timely manner

consistent with TANF guidelines.

7.

Maintain

a positive relationship with each client to show your support and guidance through

sincerity, empathy and resourceful.

8.

Provides

direct and ongoing case management services and offers support, guidance, and

encouragement to promote self-sufficiency and to help reduce the recipient’s

dependence on TANF assistance.

9.

Demonstrates

progressive interview skills in order to develop and update a Family Self-Sufficiency

Plan with each client. Must be able to identify family strengths, potential and

current barriers to subsequently set goals for the client to become

self-sufficient.

10.

Initiate

frequent contact with all TANF recipients by phone, in person and home visits

to confirm and verify household status

.

11.

Works

with team members to develops a publicity plan to promote and advertise for the

TANF program

12.

Shares

a regional caseload and will recognize and understand their role within our division.

13.

Ability to establish

priorities according to relative importance and deadline, set goals, and manage

time efficiently.

Job Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Caseworker I:

High school diploma or equivalent. Six months – 1 year of relevant work experience is desired. Familiarity with the Northwest Arctic Borough Region, its culture, people, and ability to speak Inupiaq desirable.

Have a current knowledge of local and outside resources for client educational, training, and job opportunities

Ability to read, understand and become proficient with the Maniilaq TANF Manual and ability to put in practice the policy and regulations. Able to learn P.L 102.477 and each program component and compliance regulations.

Prior experience using computers at the beginning level for word processing and data entry.

Ability to become proficient with the following computer software’s: TAS, State of Alaska electronic mainframe, Child support Mainframe, and SAM Unemployment.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing, with people in the service area and state agencies. Ability to travel in small planes. Demonstrated ability to work with people.

Caseworker II

:

Requirements for a Caseworker I plus an additional year of relevant work experience.

Caseworker III:

Requirements for a Caseworker II plus an additional year of relevant work experience.

Other Job Information (if applicable):

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of people in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these conditions.