Wazoki Case Manager na Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System

Description

Job Purpose & Position Overview:  

The Case Manager will work exclusively with the Wellness Advocacy Zones: Opportunities for Kinship Involvement (WAZOKI) project. The WAZOKI project will work with a Winnebago community coalition to increase kinship involvement in pregnancy with the Winnebago community.  

The Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting birthing families through culturally respectful, trauma-informed care coordination. This position bridges traditional Indigenous knowledge and modern maternal health systems, ensuring that families receive holistic support from pregnancy through postpartum. The Case Manager works alongside doulas, Tribal health providers, and community partners to uplift birth equity and strengthen intergenerational wellness. 

 

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Work closely with WAZOKI project team and Community Coalition to develop plans that  promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of all mothers and her support system with Ho-Chunk values as center of daily activities. 

• Develop communication plans for outreach to mothers and their support people 

• Contributes to ongoing program development and improvement. 

• Provide monthly report to program director.  

• Conduct culturally sensitive intake assessments and develop individualized care plans 

• Identify and address barriers to care (transportation, housing, food security, mental health) 

• Provide emotional support rooted in Indigenous values and healing practices 

• Collaborate with doulas to incorporate Tribal birthing traditions, language, and ceremony 

• Advocate for culturally safe care within hospitals, clinics, and social service agencies 

• Facilitate connections to elders, traditional healers, and community knowledge keepers 

• Schedule and track doula visits, prenatal/postpartum appointments, and referrals 

• Maintain accurate, confidential records in alignment with Tribal and HIPAA standards 

• Assist with data collection for grant reporting and program evaluation 

• Build relationships with Tribal departments and local service providers 

• Organize community education sessions (e.g., childbirth, parenting, wellness) 

• Participate in Tribal health events, talking circles, and interagency meetings 

Qualifications

Qualifications/Skills: 

• Knowledge of Ho-Chunk language and culture  

• AA Degree or equivalent experience in Social Work, Public Health, Human Services, or Indigenous Studies preferred; minimum high school diploma or verifiable GED certificate.  Preference will be given to those with an AA or Higher Degree. 

• Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to meet driver’s eligibility guidelines set forth by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska’s insurance carrier to become an insured driver.  

• Deep understanding of Indigenous lifeways, historical trauma, and reproductive justice 

• Experience working with Native families, especially in maternal or child health 

• Strong communication, organization, and crisis intervention skills 

• Familiarity with Tribal health systems and local resources 

• Experience with trauma-informed care and culturally responsive case management 

• Ability to navigate both Western and Indigenous health systems with respect and humility 

• Commitment to uplifting Indigenous sovereignty, wellness, and family strength 

• Must have advanced computer skills.             a. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Publisher. 

• Must possess grammatical competence.  

• Must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills.  

• Excellent verbal and written skills, including strong organizational, detail and interpersonal skills.  

• Able to maintain confidentiality.  

• Patient and compassionate to young children’s needs and emotions 

• Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.  

• Local and national travel required.  

• Ability to work independently, to work under supervision and to work in a team based and goal oriented environment.  

• Demonstrated project management skills, including facility in managing and prioritizing projects with multiple and often competing deadlines, and ability to work under pressure.  

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.  

• Pass a federal Background Check 

 

 

Public Health Core Competencies for this Position:  

Public Health Sciences 

• Develops partnerships that will increase use of evidence in public health practice.  

 

Analysis and Assessment 

• Use data to inform public health actions.   

 

Leadership and Systems Thinking  

• Contributes to continuous improvement of individual, program and organizational performance.  

• Advocates for the role of public health in providing population health services  

• Collaborates with individuals and organizations in developing a vision for a healthy community.  

 

Community Dimensions of Practice  

• Identify, establish and maintain community relationships and collaborate to improve community health.  

• Engage community members and utilize community input to inform and improve public health actions.  

 

Policy Development and Program Planning  

• Evaluate and communicate the importance of public health policies and programs.  

 

Communication and Cultural Competency 

• Gather input from and facilitate communication among individuals, groups, organizations and local government to improve community health  

• Assess the effects of public health policies, programs and services to ensure the diversity of populations and perspectives is addressed.  

 

Training Requirements: 

• N/A 

 

Physical Requirements:   

• Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.  

• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.  

  

Cognitive Requirements:  

• Reading, writing, calculating  

• Above average social interaction skills  

• Reasoning/Analysis  

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team  

• Works with minimal to no supervision  

  

Language Requirements:   

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.  

• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.  

 

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations: 

• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check. 

 

 

 

WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.  

  

Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

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