Jobs

JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: HHS/Community Support Services
REPORTS TO: Victims of Crime Program Coordinator
SALARY RANGE: $13.79 - $20.67

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 Victims of crime Coordinator, provides direct services to the victims of domestic violence. Advocate provides support, one to one advocacy, legal advocacy, resource sharing, information and referrals, transportation and shelter options. Must develop and maintain a working relationship with the law enforcement and Judicial Systems, allowing open communications and problem solving that will enhance the safety of victims of abuse and attribute to holding offenders accountable.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Completion of 40 hours of Advocate training must be completed within 90 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED and one year of post-secondary are required.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in 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 Victims of crime, sexual assault and domestic violence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and abide by ethical behavior.
• Good organization 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.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with civil and criminal court process.
• Experience in facilitation of small and large groups and skilled in public speaking and presentations.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Power Point.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all victims, families, and program information.
• Ability to handle information exchanges that often involve issues in which the parties involved may have different objectives. Incumbent must be able to present information in a clear and credible manner.
• 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.
• Ability to establish relationships with individuals built on trust and confidence.
• Knowledge of Victims of crime, Ojibwe culture, family violence dynamics, sexual assault, local community resources, and federal and state laws pertaining to domestic violence, sexual assault 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 crisis situations, 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 Victims of crime.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass a Pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide direct services for victims of Victims of crime.
• Assist in the success of the grants goals and objectives.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all victim records.
• Work as a liaison for the Victims of crime and the practitioners.
• Coordinates and may Participates in the Victims of crime Activity groups.
• Reviews law enforcements Victims of crime policies and procedures.
• Maintain good working relationships with community programs.
• Initiates meetings with systems to address identified gaps in services.
• Monitors Victims of crime court cases.
• Educates the criminal justice system of Victims of crime issues that promote victim safety and offender accountability.
• Provide assistance in filing Orders for Protection.
• Assists victims with Restitution/Reparations.
• Provides victim transportation.
• Accompany victims through court appearances.
• Provides crisis intervention to victims of Victims of crime 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 victims information on legal services available for their protection, safety and support.
• Maintains records of activities associated with the program and prepares for semiannual grant reports.
• Provide community Education and awareness.
• Attends conferences and workshops related to Victims of crime.
• Networks with other service providers to stay abreast of ongoing efforts to address victim assistance programs.
• Maintain on-call phone 24-hour availability of staff.
• Maintain an awareness of current laws and regulations related to Victims of crime.
• Advocate for changes in laws, regulations, systems and other mechanisms that impede progress on ending Victims of crime.
• Assist in the development creation of the programs promotional materials for public distribution.
• Other duties as assigned by Victims of crime Coordinator.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Nature of work is such that 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.
• Work is generally indoors.