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JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: HHS/Victim Services
REPORTS TO: Victim Services Director
SALARY RANGE: $20.18 - $40.08

Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment.
Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies

SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Victim Services Director, the Elder Abuse Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive coordination and management of services aimed at the prevention, detection, and response to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. This role involves extensive collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safety and well-being of elderly individuals in the community, care coordination of services, data collection and grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate’s degree in Human Services, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Minimum one (1) years of experience in a related field or equivalent work/life experience, preferably with a Native American population is required.
• Experience in and understanding of Native American culture.
• Experience, knowledge, and sensitivity of the dynamics of elder abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and abide by ethical behavior. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all victims, families, and program information.
• Good organizational skills.
• Must develop and maintain a working relationship with local law enforcement and judicial systems.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with civil and criminal court processes.
• Experience facilitating small and large groups and skilled in public speaking and presentations.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to handle information exchanges that often involve issues in which the parties involved may have different objectives.
• Must be able to present information clearly and credibly.
• Ability for compromise; this may be required to accomplish the desired objectives.
• Required to represent the Mille Lacs Band in a positive manner.
• Skills to maintain a professional demeanor and poise in situations requiring tactful and appropriate use of authority.
• Must be able to direct the Elder Abuse Case Advocate in tasks needing completion.
• Knowledge of elder abuse, Ojibwe culture, family violence dynamics, sexual assault, local community resources, and federal and state laws pertaining to domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, adult protection, and family law.
• Ability to maintain accurate statistical data collection for reports.
• Must be able to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims.
• Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to intervene in crises, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense.
• Ability to work cooperatively with medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws pertaining to victims of elder abuse.
• Any other necessary requirements deemed appropriate by supervisor.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a Pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide direct advocacy services for victims of elder abuse.
• Assist in the success of the grant goals and objectives.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all victim records.
• Coordinates and may participate in the Elder Abuse Activity groups.
• Oversee the daily duties of the Elder Abuse Advocate.
• Review law enforcement’s Elder Abuse policies and procedures.
• Maintain good working relationships with community programs.
• Initiates meetings with systems to address identified gaps in services.
• Monitors elder abuse court cases.
• Educates the criminal justice system on elder abuse issues that promote victim safety and offender accountability.
• Provide assistance in filing Orders for Protection and Harassment Orders.
• Assists victims with Restitution/Reparations.
• Provides victim transportation.
• Accompany victims through court appearances.
• Provides crisis intervention to victims of elder abuse addressing immediate and long-term needs.
• Refers the victim to community agencies and other resources such as shelters, job training, and financial assistance programs.
• Provides necessary safe shelter for Elders.
• Provides direct client financial assistance when necessary.
• Provides victims information on legal services available for their protection, safety, and support.
• Maintains records of activities associated with the program and prepares grant reports.
• Provide community education and awareness.
• Attends conferences and workshops related to elder abuse.
• Networks with other service providers to stay abreast of ongoing efforts to address victim assistance programs.
• Maintain an awareness of current laws and regulations related to elder abuse.
• Advocate for changes in laws, regulations, systems, and other mechanisms that impede progress on ending elder abuse.
• Assist in the development and creation of the program's promotional materials for public distribution.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• The nature of work is such that the incumbent experiences periods of moderate stress levels while dealing with victims, family members, system workers, and others.
• Work hours are generally 8 to 5, Monday through Friday, but may be required to respond to after-hour calls to handle emergencies, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work is generally indoors.
Work from home may be permissible with a signed telework agreement