Mobile Domestic Violence Victims Advocate
Delaware Tribe of Indians
Employment Opportunity
Department: Family & Children Services
Employment Status: Regular
Class: Full-Time
Location: Mobile in assigned service area / Caney, KS / Bartlesville, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Victim Advocate Coordinator
General Description
The primary role of the Domestic Violence Victims’ Advocate is to support and assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, teen dating violence, and human trafficking in the community remove client barriers to safety and self-sufficiency. The Domestic Violence Victims’ Advocate will develop partnerships with court personnel, shelters, and community agencies to coordinate, collaborate and leverage resources and services to clients. All services will be client-centered and provided with the best interest of the client. The Domestic Violence Victim Advocates will work closely with the Transitional Housing Advocates. Assigned service area will be Chautauqua, Elk, and Montgomery OR Wilson, Neosho, and Labette Counties in Kansas. Company vehicle will be provided for work travel.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with a minimum of three years of experience OR 5+ years of experience working in the fields of domestic violence advocacy, crisis intervention, application of victim protective orders, and navigation of court systems.
- Must have a demonstrated problem-solving approach to concerns and challenges.
- Must possess strong written and oral communication skills and must be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of family violence dynamics, trauma informed advocacy services, environmental stressors, safety planning, risk assessments, local community resources, and federal and state laws pertaining to domestic abuse, Family law and the Victim Rights Bill.
- Knowledge of family systems, cultural and ethnic diversity, client engagement and community resources. Experience in assessment and intervention desired.
- The ideal candidate would be extremely organized, detail-oriented and passionate about helping survivors of domestic violence.
- Position requires occasional in state and out of state travel. Must have dependable transportation. Must possess and provide verification of valid driver’s license; and must maintain and provide verification of current automobile insurance. A clear motor vehicle driving record is required to operate tribal GSA vehicles.
- Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics.
- Abides by the Delaware Tribe of Indians policy on confidentiality and always respects the integrity and confidentiality of the clients.
- Must display proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and overall general computer skills. Excellent and effective written and oral skills are essential, along with strong organizational skills.
- Must be able to work individually or as a team.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Job Responsibilites
- Supports Domestic Violence Victim clients with admission into the program through intake, in identifying and obtaining resources for basic needs, ongoing client advocacy, goal-setting assistance, crisis advocacy, obtaining victim protection order, assists with navigation of legal process, attends and participates at partner meetings and community engagement events, and safety planning.
- Communicate with community partners and court personnel to create strong service collaborations.
- Answers calls on the 24-hour crisis line during week-long rotating shifts.
- Return telephone and email communications promptly.
- Collaborate with Transitional Housing Advocates to assist their clients in finding safe housing, self-sufficiency, and coordinate follow-up services for program participants.
- Collaborates with Outreach Coordinator to seek out and provide educational outreach activities to inform the community about the dynamics of domestic violence and increase awareness of the services offered at FCS.
- Provide services in a manner that supports best practices, client centered, and trauma informed.
- Maintain professional competency in Domestic Violence Victims’ Services through appropriate professional training, attendance at workshops, and conferences in addition to consultation with other professionals in the Domestic Violence Victims’ Services field. Attend training activities provided by federal and state program sources.
- Abides by the Delaware Tribe of Indians policy on confidentiality and always respects the integrity and confidentiality of the clients.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director or Advocate Coordinator.
Indian Preference Policy
In accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC, Section 47), Indian Preference will be observed in hiring.
TO APPLY
Fill out application with resume attached and turn in to the Human Resources Department by walk-in, email, or regular mail. Contact Human Resources at jobs@delawaretribe.org or use the address below.
Human Resources Department
5100 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006
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