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Indigenous Social Work Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

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What is Indigenous social work?

An Indigenous Social Work job involves supporting the well-being of Indigenous individuals, families, and communities by applying culturally relevant practices, traditional knowledge, and holistic approaches to healing. Indigenous social workers advocate for Indigenous rights, address social issues such as intergenerational trauma and systemic barriers, and collaborate with community members to develop culturally appropriate programs. They often work in areas like child welfare, mental health, community development, and policy advocacy while incorporating Indigenous worldviews and values.

What skills and qualifications are needed for Indigenous social work?

To thrive in Indigenous Social Work, you need a deep understanding of social work methodologies, Indigenous cultures and traditions, and a relevant social work degree, often with specialized training in Indigenous issues. Familiarity with case management systems, government assistance programs, and culturally appropriate assessment tools is often expected. Cultural humility, strong interpersonal communication, and the ability to build trust within Indigenous communities are key soft skills for this position. These skills are essential for delivering effective support, advocating respectfully, and fostering positive change in collaboration with community members.

What challenges might I encounter as an Indigenous social worker, and how can I prepare for them?

Indigenous Social Workers often face challenges such as navigating complex social and historical issues, building trust in communities with histories of marginalization, and connecting clients with culturally relevant resources. You may also work with clients experiencing intergenerational trauma, which requires sensitivity, patience, and ongoing self-reflection. To prepare, it’s helpful to seek mentorship from experienced Indigenous social workers, participate in cultural competency training, and remain actively engaged in community events and education. This preparation helps ensure that your practice is both effective and respectful, leading to better outcomes for the individuals and families you serve.

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Infographic showing various Indigenous Social Work job openings in Indiana as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

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Internship

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Job description

WE'RE LOOKING FOR THE BEST
Our companies offer a number of highly competitive internship opportunities in concert and live events industries. For the last 10+ years MOKB Presents has developed some of the most cutting edge live music venues (including HI-FI, HI-FI Annex and LO-FI), launched nationally-recognized concert series and festivals and facilitated event services for some of Indiana's top entertainment companies. Over the years our program has evolved into a jumping off point for many careers in music, events and entertainment. Due to the program's success, and the hands-on experience our interns receive, we experience a high number of applicants for these positions.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum 18 years old, 21+ preferred*
  • Priority is given to rising college juniors and seniors
  • Available for minimum of 20 hours on-site per week for 16-week program
  • Reliable transportation

*Off-site and venue activities may be limited for interns under 21 years of age due state law and venue requirements.
*MOKB does not offer any remote internships at this time
PERSONALITY
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Motivated, self-starter with ability to work independently and in groups
  • Receptive to direction and feedback
  • Passion for audible and visual arts
  • Comfortable working in a high-energy, fast-paced work environment

CORE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS
Marketing, Promotions, & Social Media: Assist marketing team in execution of traditional, digital, and social event marketing campaigns, surface creative ideas, on-site marketing at events, manage and update social media accounts. If you run your extracurricular's instagram account, a successful meme page, or even a stan account-be sure to include it in your portfolio!
Graphic Design: Development of concert and event posters, flyers and online assets for our marketing team (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Please include a link to your portfolio in your application. We'd love to see any animations, posters you created for your friend's band, and passion projects you've been working on!
Sales & Business Development: Research to support new client acquisition, communicate with potential clients, develop and distribute sales materials, prepare proposals, manage client relationships. If you've got a head for numbers, enjoy working with others, and love the feeling of a well-deserved win, this role is for you!
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
  • This internship is unpaid; however, the position is available for college credit depending on your school's internship requirements.
  • Outside of our core program, we have the flexibility to incorporate strong candidates into other aspects of our business.
  • We work on a rolling timeline and will work with your academic calendar or schedule.
  • Each intern is allotted 2 personal days during the semester in addition to the observance of the following holidays:
    • New Year's Day
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
    • Memorial Day
    • Juneteenth
    • Independence Day
    • Labor Day
    • Indigenous Peoples' Day
    • Thanksgiving
    • Friday after Thanksgiving
    • Christmas Eve
    • Christmas Day