Violence Against Women Advocate (Closes 422026)

Pawnee, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

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Job Title	Victim Advocate
Department	Violence Against Women
Division	Health & Community Services
Supervisor	Ti-Hirasa Program Coordinator

Position Overview	Under direct supervision of the Ti-Hirasa Domestic Violence Program Coordinator the Victim Advocate will coordinate comprehensive services for victims and their families including crisis intervention safety planning court support case management and community referrals. This position will be on call 24/7 to answer the crisis line and provide immediate services to ensure victim safety.

Essential Functions	1. Provide crisis intervention for victims of domestic violence sexual assault stalking and human traffickin 2. Assist with obtaining Protective Orders as requested by the victims with medical service providers and law enforcement to ensure victim safety and offender accountability. 4. Provide court advocacy and/or accompany victims for legal proceedings and court appointments. 5. Provide safety planning emotional support legal assistance and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence sexual assault stalking and human trafficking. 6. Ensure victim safety and confidentiality. 7. Maintain accurate client files program files and other necessary documents. 8. Follow all mandated reporting requirements. 9. Respond to requests for advocacy services from law enforcement and medical professionals. the Prevention Specialist with coordinating community-based prevention programs services activities and training. 11. Assist the Prevention Specialist with monthly Empowerment Support Group after regular work hours 5:30-7:30 pm 12. Collaborate and participate with other programs with the Division of Health and Community Services-after hours or weekend. 13. Prepare purchase orders check requests and other procurement activities. 14. When necessary and appropriate transports victims to/from case-related appointments and/or court proceedings. 15. Assist clients with emergency shelter housing groceries household items utilities clothing etc. 16.Contribute to team effort and accomplish related results as required. 17. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements	Minimum: Associate degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field Preference: Bachelors Degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field *Willing to substitute (3) years of experience in lieu of minimum education requirement
Experience Requirements	Minimum: Associate degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field Preference: Bachelors Degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field *Willing to substitute (3) years of experience in lieu of minimum education requirement
Language Skills	Ability to read and interpret documents such as law enforcement reports government or agency regulations and legal interpretations. Ability to write reports business correspondence and policy and procedure recommendations. Ability to speak effectively before individuals public groups and employees.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities	Computer: 1. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word Excel Outlook Power Point Internet Explorer etc. 2. Proficiency in the proper use of and operation of standard office equipment. Communication: 3. Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement healthcare professionals court/legal professionals social services and other outside agencies. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with program clientele the general public tribal members Pawnee Nation employees and other concerned parties. 5. Must possess strong administrative public relations and communications skills. 6. Skilled in the use of business communications (proper spelling/grammar). 7. Skilled in the use of business arithmetic (accounting etc.). Miscellaneous: 8. Ability to pass a background check. 9. Must possess the ability to provide clients with compassionate care respective of Native American customs traditions and beliefs. 10. Must demonstrate a basic understanding of clients rights and responsibilities including familiarity with confidentiality requirements. 11. Must be able to conduct research analyze information and interpret data. 12. Must possess the ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action. 13. Must possess the ability to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situations 14. Must possess the ability to meet deadlines adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure. 15. Must demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize. 16. Must possess knowledge of applicable federal state and local laws regulations and requirements. 17. Must possess the ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds. 18. Must be available to work flexible work hours which may vary beyond the standard 8am-5pm work schedule. 19. Must be available for work-related travel. 20. Must maintain confidentiality. 21. Must work independently. 22. Must attend training as required by the position. 23. Must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license and be insurable with Pawnee Nations insurance carrier

Physical Demands	While performing the duties of this job the employee is multitasking regularly. The employee is frequently required to change tasks at a moments notice. The employee is often required to stoop kneel crouch and lift; may even have to run or walk briskly. The employee will often lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment	Work is generally performed in a variety of settings. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Occasions will arise requiring work outdoors where exposure to natural weather conditions will occur. There is regular interaction with the public other agencies employees and tribal families. Tight time constraints and multiple demands from several people are common. Travel will be required for training meetings conferences presentations and other events.

Description**Failure to submit/attach copies of the supporting documents listed below will result in an incomplete application:**if unable to attach supporting documents electronically you have the option to email them to or fax to . Job TitleVictim Advocate DepartmentViolence Against Women Divisio...

Description

**Failure to submit/attach copies of the supporting documents listed below will result in an incomplete application:

**if unable to attach supporting documents electronically you have the option to email them to or fax to .

Job Title	Victim Advocate
Department	Violence Against Women
Division	Health & Community Services
Supervisor	Ti-Hirasa Program Coordinator

Position Overview	Under direct supervision of the Ti-Hirasa Domestic Violence Program Coordinator the Victim Advocate will coordinate comprehensive services for victims and their families including crisis intervention safety planning court support case management and community referrals. This position will be on call 24/7 to answer the crisis line and provide immediate services to ensure victim safety.

Essential Functions	1. Provide crisis intervention for victims of domestic violence sexual assault stalking and human traffickin 2. Assist with obtaining Protective Orders as requested by the victims with medical service providers and law enforcement to ensure victim safety and offender accountability. 4. Provide court advocacy and/or accompany victims for legal proceedings and court appointments. 5. Provide safety planning emotional support legal assistance and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence sexual assault stalking and human trafficking. 6. Ensure victim safety and confidentiality. 7. Maintain accurate client files program files and other necessary documents. 8. Follow all mandated reporting requirements. 9. Respond to requests for advocacy services from law enforcement and medical professionals. the Prevention Specialist with coordinating community-based prevention programs services activities and training. 11. Assist the Prevention Specialist with monthly Empowerment Support Group after regular work hours 5:30-7:30 pm 12. Collaborate and participate with other programs with the Division of Health and Community Services-after hours or weekend. 13. Prepare purchase orders check requests and other procurement activities. 14. When necessary and appropriate transports victims to/from case-related appointments and/or court proceedings. 15. Assist clients with emergency shelter housing groceries household items utilities clothing etc. 16.Contribute to team effort and accomplish related results as required. 17. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements	Minimum: Associate degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field Preference: Bachelors Degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field *Willing to substitute (3) years of experience in lieu of minimum education requirement
Experience Requirements	Minimum: Associate degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field Preference: Bachelors Degree in Sociology Social Work Criminal Justice or related field *Willing to substitute (3) years of experience in lieu of minimum education requirement
Language Skills	Ability to read and interpret documents such as law enforcement reports government or agency regulations and legal interpretations. Ability to write reports business correspondence and policy and procedure recommendations. Ability to speak effectively before individuals public groups and employees.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities	Computer: 1. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word Excel Outlook Power Point Internet Explorer etc. 2. Proficiency in the proper use of and operation of standard office equipment. Communication: 3. Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement healthcare professionals court/legal professionals social services and other outside agencies. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with program clientele the general public tribal members Pawnee Nation employees and other concerned parties. 5. Must possess strong administrative public relations and communications skills. 6. Skilled in the use of business communications (proper spelling/grammar). 7. Skilled in the use of business arithmetic (accounting etc.). Miscellaneous: 8. Ability to pass a background check. 9. Must possess the ability to provide clients with compassionate care respective of Native American customs traditions and beliefs. 10. Must demonstrate a basic understanding of clients rights and responsibilities including familiarity with confidentiality requirements. 11. Must be able to conduct research analyze information and interpret data. 12. Must possess the ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action. 13. Must possess the ability to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situations 14. Must possess the ability to meet deadlines adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure. 15. Must demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize. 16. Must possess knowledge of applicable federal state and local laws regulations and requirements. 17. Must possess the ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds. 18. Must be available to work flexible work hours which may vary beyond the standard 8am-5pm work schedule. 19. Must be available for work-related travel. 20. Must maintain confidentiality. 21. Must work independently. 22. Must attend training as required by the position. 23. Must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license and be insurable with Pawnee Nations insurance carrier

Physical Demands	While performing the duties of this job the employee is multitasking regularly. The employee is frequently required to change tasks at a moments notice. The employee is often required to stoop kneel crouch and lift; may even have to run or walk briskly. The employee will often lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment	Work is generally performed in a variety of settings. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Occasions will arise requiring work outdoors where exposure to natural weather conditions will occur. There is regular interaction with the public other agencies employees and tribal families. Tight time constraints and multiple demands from several people are common. Travel will be required for training meetings conferences presentations and other events.