Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Accomplish the Children and Family Services Department objectives by attempting to reduce the use and impact of violence through educational and advocacy services to children, teens, and their families. Offering empowerment strategies, encouraging the use of positive conflict resolution, design and implement individual and group curriculum to teach skills towards healthy lifestyles and relationships. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation. This is a year-to-year grant funded position.
Responsibilities:
* Practice excellent and trauma informed customer service at all times
* Receive and process referrals for female youth
* Provide services on an individual basis, through mentorship and advocacy
* Facilitate educational groups for female youth on site, in the school setting, and other community locations
* Assess youth needs and assist with goal development
* Develop program curriculum to best meet youth needs and goals
* Provide referrals to appropriate community resources
* Provide access to culturally based activities
* Provide crisis intervention as needed
* Prepare and submit correspondence; narrative and statistical reports; and other documents as required
* Maintain accurate data collection and case file management
* Provide training and education to local community groups, schools, and external agencies
* Collaborate with community partners on outreach activities and events
* Participate in all internal staff development opportunities
* Maintain professional and practice-based knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional multidisciplinary work groups; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations
* Adhere to grant goals, objectives, and all related requirements
Skills:
Essential:
* Obtain additional education and training
* Inform and communicate verbally and in writing in diverse and challenging situations with the ability to process information effectively, identify and define problems and make objective decisions
* Knowledge of available community resources
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture
* Operate various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment
* Ability to exercise independent judgment and meet strict timelines
* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Knowledge of social issues impacting youth and young adults
* Knowledge and ability to effectively serve a diverse community
* Knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence and healthy relationships
* Ability to resolve crisis situations
* Maintain strict departmental security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Human Services
* Bachelor's Degree in Sociology
* Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Gen
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
* Driver Safety Training
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) Training (Hrd)
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk Frequently
* Sit Frequently
* Reach Frequently
* Stand Occasionally
* Lift 11-24 Pounds Continuously
* Move 11-24 Pounds Occasionally
* Office setting
* Noise Moderate Level
* Use Arms Frequently
Experience:
Essential:
* Group facilitation
* Working with youth
Nonessential:
* Developing community education programs and/or curriculum development.
* Experience working with federal and state grants
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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