Job Summary
The future of the Lummi Nation depends on the wellness and education of our
children, in both the western sense, and in accordance with Lummi culture. Lummi Child Welfare
Social Workers are responsible for ensuring children in their care are properly prepared with both.
The Transitions in Foster Care (Transitions) Advocate reports to a Child Welfare Supervisor but
works independently to ensure all duties are completed to offer services to children and young
adults who were previously involved in the child welfare system. The Transitions Advocate has
primary responsibility preparing young people (age 16-18) to prepare to transition to adulthood, for
managing all cases of young adults (ages 18 to 21) who request extended foster care services and
checking in with care givers of children who transition to guardianship. The Transitions Advocate
meets at least quarterly with young adults to offer support, training, and access to resources
available through Lummi Child Welfare and the WA St Department of Children Youth and
Families (DCYF). Priority services include housing, high school and post-secondary education,
banking, budgeting, cultural and family connections, and job readiness.
