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Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC), an Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities, embrace and encourage their differences in background and experiences, helping us achieve our mission.

ADYC’s leadership is devoted to nurturing a positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide a safe and professional workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior.

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Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

ICWA Court Monitor and Resource Navigator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Attend and monitor court proceedings to determine compliance with the Indian Child Welfare Act and Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act. This position primarily monitors court in Ramsey County but may monitor court in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott, and Washington Counties.
  • Maintain records of non-compliance by county agencies with the Indian Child Welfare Act and Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act.
  • Meet with county and judicial officials to inform them of non-compliance where it occurs and find mutually acceptable ways in which to ensure compliance. Maintain neutrality.
  • Proactively assist and support Ramsey County Social Services Department child protection social workers to identify and connect with American Indian cultural and community resources.
  • Act as a resource to county court systems and county social service departments.
  • Manage project activities according to project work plan; monitor achievement and provide quarterly reports on progress and results.
  • Manage the QUICWA data entry and output processes for ADYC. Pull reports for ADYC and other entities as agreed upon by ADYC.
  • Manage project activities according to project budget; assist with the coordination and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Connect judicial and county systems with community and cultural services/resources.
  • Establish linkages and working relationships with Tribes, including tribal courts and tribal social services for the benefit of systemic compliance.
  • Develop written promotional materials (newsletter - quarterly) and disseminate information on program and ICWA/MIFPA resources throughout the county, state and the community.
  • Represent the agency in the community and participate in pertinent collaborative and community networks.
  • Assist with bi-monthly Ramsey County ICWA Advisory Board meetings.
  • Provide comprehensive ICWA/MIFPA trainings for state and county agencies and American Indian community service providers to identify systemic problems, share information, and strategize on solutions regarding ICWA/MIFPA issues.
  • Attend all required ADYC staff meetings and trainings.

Requirements

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

  • Must have bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
  • Experience in court and legal advocacy preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act and Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act and their application within judicial proceedings.
  • Preferred two years of experience working with families in a human service setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate evidence and analyze facts.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Must have strong advocacy skills to address compliance with county officials and others.
  • Be able to develop and facilitate trainings for county officials and community.
  • Must have good organizational and coordination skills.
  • Must be knowledgeable of traditional Indian child-rearing methods, culture, community and family systems and appropriate resources.
  • Must be cognizant of the psycho-social and economic issues of American Indians and those children in need of out-of-home placement.
  • Regular travel within the metro area is required. Candidate must have a vehicle and a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

Pay: 56,600 yearly based on experience.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
HSA
FSA
Life ADD
Short-term and long-term disability
Accident and critical illness
401K
14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.**

Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Street Outreach Case Manager

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ain Dah Yung Center is looking for a full time The Street Outreach Case Manager who will work in conjunction with the collaborative— “StreetWorks,” through conducting Street-based outreach to homeless youth. Focus will be on building strong networks to provide longer term Case Management to youth with a focus on Shelter, housing, and cultural connections.

Hourly wage 19.50/hr

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • This position will be responsible for coordinated entry
  • Street Outreach Case Manager will be required to attend all Agency and Street Outreach meetings/ trainings
  • Street outreach shifts will include some late nights and weekends
  • HMIS data entry for Outreach and Case Management clients

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered in lieu of.
  • Able to pass DHS Netstudy 2.0 and Motor Vehicle Record check.
  • At least two years of experience working with youth in an educational or human service or homeless youth nonprofit setting.
  • Must have experience working with at-risk populations and the ability to work constructively with youth who exhibit a wide array of challenging behaviors.
  • Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma informed care and positive youth development is preferred.
  • Must be 21 year old, have valid MN Driver’s License and auto insurance, and pass DHS Background Check.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Travel between sites and other business-related destinations.
  • Learn technical information for assessment, testing, reporting, and evaluating, including the administering of housing assessments.
  • Communicate effectively with high-risk populations and community partners.
  • Standing, Walking, stooping, bending, walking stairs, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer, phones, and writing utensils
  • Occasional exposure to high-risk situations.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

  • Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • Life ADD
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Accident and critical illness
  • 401K
  • 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

Shelter Youth Care Worker -PT (Rotating weekends Sat & Sun 3pm-11pm. 1 Role) and (Sat, Sun PT. 7AM-3PM. 1 role)

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Overview We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth both Saturday and Sunday rotating every other weekend at the Ain Dah Yung Center’s Emergency Shelter. Emergency Shelter services include emergency short-term shelter, crisis intervention, case and systems advocacy, information and referrals, access to medical/dental care, counseling, and community education to Indigenous youth from ages 5-17 who are homeless, runaway, in a family crisis, or involved with juvenile corrections. Position reports to Shelter manager. Payrate starting at $19.50/ hour.

SALARY: DOE. HOURS: Part Time. Friday, Saturday hours 11pm- 7am Overnights. May be asked to occasionally work other shifts. Flexibility required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Direct supervision and trauma-informed support to youth shelter residents.
• Assisting with planning and facilitating weekend activities for residents, talking circles engagement and table time while applying harm reduction behavior management techniques.
• Assist with screening referrals, conducting intakes and discharges.
• Provide transportation and supervision at events.
• Accompany residents to appointments.
• Medication administration when required.
• Meal preparation, cleaning, and light maintenance.

Qualifications:
• AA degree in human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or equivalent related field preferred.
• Experience working with youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behavior in a residential, therapeutic, group or classroom setting.
• Experience with harm reduction and trauma-informed care youth services.
• Knowledge of the Native American culture, values, and family systems preferred.
• Sensitive to the psycho-social, political, and economic issues of those who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) or LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Nonbinary, Pansexual, Two Spirit).
• Ability to listen and provide non-judgmental interactions.
• Ability to provide journey-oriented, holistic support a plus.
• Ability to build trusting relationship for positive youth development.
• Basic computer skills including Office 365.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong ethics and boundaries.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Applicants required to be 21 years of age.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and regular access to an insured vehicle.
• Must be able to pass DHS Background Check and Motor Vehicle Record Check.

At ADYC We offer for FT staff

  • Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • Life ADD
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Accident and critical illness
  • 401K
  • 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!

YL-Youth Care Worker (Overnight SUN-Mon- 10pm-8am - 20 hours)

Only applicants with cover letters and resumes will be reviewed.

Position Summary the Overnight Worker will provide general supervision to American Indian youth between the ages of sixteen through twenty-one in a small group living setting. The Overnight Worker is responsible for facilities management. The Beverley A. Benjamin Youth Lodge is a culturally specific transitional living program for youth that have no parental, substitute, foster or institutional home to which they can safely go. Primary program objectives are to stabilize youth in a safe, culturally supportive environment, address the critical issues/ barriers to resident self-sufficiency and strengthen residents' community and cultural connections.

Part-time, non-exempt, no benefits. Shifts vary: 8-10 hours per shift. (Weekday shifts that fall on Su/M/Tu/W/Th are 8-hour shifts, Weekend shifts that fall on F/Sa are 10-hour shifts). Shifts are within the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

Hourly wage 19.50/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Directly responsible to the Youth Lodge Coordinator.
• Responsible for facilities management and cleanliness during work hours at the Youth Lodge that include: tracking and ensuring youth safe arrival/departure from lodge in evening and morning, arm/disarm alarm system, monitor Surveillance Camera System.
• Perform primary maintenance duties and upkeep of physical plant in accordance with maintenance schedule and standards, primarily kitchen clean up, dishes, resident laundry, cleaning/organizing the first floor of the house, and occasionally cleaning bathrooms.
• Request Youth Lodge expenditures, including rent/utility, food, supplies, equipment, and other program needs.
• Maintain inventory of food, supplies and equipment.
• Responsible for enforcing a daily schedule and enforcing facility standards, program policies and procedures.
• Provide information and referral to appropriate systems, agencies and service providers.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to residents, including conferring with the Youth Lodge Coordinator regarding incidents, behaviors and general conduct of residents.
• Co-facilitate periodic cultural, social, recreational activities for Youth Lodge residents.
• Co-facilitate Weekly House Meetings in conjunction with the Transitional Living Program Case Manager, overseen by Youth Lodge Coordinator and/or Residential & Clinical Director.
• Attend required program staffing, agency all-staff meetings and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

**Education/Experience:

• AA degree in human services, child development, elementary/secondary education or related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behavior in a residential, therapeutic, group or classroom setting preferred. Candidates must be knowledgeable of the Native American Indian culture, values, and family systems.
• Must have the ability to work constructively with children and youth who exhibit varying degrees of difficult behaviors.
• Must demonstrate and promote a chemically healthy lifestyle.
• Must be knowledgeable of traditional Indian child-rearing methods, culture, values and family systems.
• Must be cognizant of and sensitive to the special needs/issues of American Indian children in out-of-home placement.
• Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, such as a vacuum cleaner, mop bucket w/water, and industrial cooking pots and pans.
• Must have the ability to stand/walk up three (3) flights of stairs repeatedly.
• Must have the ability to bend/squat/twist/reach constantly when emptying trash, dusting, sweeping floors, mopping floors, vacuuming, and occasionally shoveling snow.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass MN DHS background study.

At ADYC We offer for FT Staff

  • Healthcare benefits- Medical, dental and vision
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • Life ADD
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Accident and critical illness
  • 401K
  • 14 paid holidays and generous PTO.

You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!