1.25.290 Child Welfare Coordinator

(a) Duties and authority. The child welfare coordinator shall have the following authority and duties:

(1) To represent the Tribe in all tribal proceedings concerning the child under this code,

(2) To represent the Tribe in proceedings concerning the welfare of any child as defined under this code in any foreign court or agency proceeding,

(3) To maintain records and establish procedures to maintain confidentiality of such records,

(4) To negotiate agreements for services with local, state, or federal agencies, subject to Tribal Council review and approval,

(5) To establish procedures for compliance with duties as required under this code,

(6) To share information for statistical or service purposes in conformity with agreements entered into,

(7) To receive and administer guardianship and custody of children under this chapter.

(8) To make such reports as may be required to the Tribal Council or its designee, provided that no such report that becomes a part of the Tribal public record shall contain any identifying information concerning the child or the child's parents except as permitted by the Children's Court.

(9) To receive as the Tribe's agent, notifications under sec. 48.981, Wis. Stats., and to maintain the confidentiality of such records as required by law.

(b) Immunity for acts and omissions. No liability shall attach to the child welfare coordinator for statements, acts, or omissions while in the course of activities defined under this code.