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 women. Assist clients in developing safety plans and empowerment strategies, and design and implement individual and group curriculum related to domestic abuse and sexual assault. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently and in accordance with the core values of the Oneida Nation. This is a year-to-year grant funded position.
Responsibilities:
* Practice excellent and trauma informed customer service and skills at all times to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and co-workers needs courteously and promptly.
* Assist with program intakes and initial assessments, case management, crisis intervention, support services, and works closely with the local domestic violence shelter coordinators for screening and placement.
* Encourage and assist clients with filling out Temporary Protective Orders/Stalking and Harassment Orders and act as a liaison between law enforcement and the courts.
* Provide sexual assault/domestic abuse education groups to clients on-site and to other community entities.
* Maintain client files to include, but not limited to, case management, referrals, intakes, assessments, pre/posttests, surveys, releases, safety plans, service notes and discharge/closing reports.
* Develop program curriculum needed to identify and address various social issues such as sexuality/gender, cultural identity, communication, and relationships.
* Provide access to culturally based teachings and healing practices that are geared toward client population.
* Assist with co-facilitation of various program groups and CCR when appropriate.
* Complete required reports for the department, organization and/or funding source in a timely manner.
* Participate in department staff meetings.
* Provide service-related presentations and educational information to tribal, non-tribal programs and the community.
* Develop a thorough understanding of the Oneida Police Department's procedures and protocols when handling incidences involving victims of sexual assault/domestic abuse.
* Provide crisis intervention and court advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
* Assist with sexual abuse prevention presentations including Dating Violence and stalking.
* Attend Coordinated Community Response meetings, Brown County SART meetings, provide outreach services and assists in facilitating a women's support group.
* Contribute to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
* Grant management of the Sexual Assault Grant.
* Provide outreach to various agencies and programs to educate about the Oneida Domestic Violence Program.
* Coordinate Sexual Assault/Domestic Abuse events.
* Provide advocacy services and support to survivors of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault.
* Provide one on one services to clients addressing needs to support safety plans, provide appropriate resources available and crisis situations.
* Provide medical advocacy in hospital ER and provide follow up services.
Skills:
Essential:
* Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Make intelligent and effective decisions in routine and emergency situations
* Operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint)
* Knowledge of applicable Oneida Nation, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm
* Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action
* Knowledge of SA/DV and the judicial system in the area of domestic violence prosecution
* Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation, and basic math
* Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment
* Ability to prepare accurate, complete and legible reports and present detailed, accurate and objective oral presentations
* Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and co-workers at all levels
* Ability to integrate training, experience, and common sense sufficient to identify potentially dangerous situations. Make effective logical decisions and exercise the appropriate measure of tact or force to resolve the situation with minimum injury to self or other persons or minimum damage to property involved
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
* Analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations
* Knowledge of the effects and consequences of victimization.
Nonessential:
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture and government
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
* Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Gen
* Bachelor's Degree in Sociology
* Bachelor's Degree in Human Services
* Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice
Credentials:
Nonessential:
* Complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training within ninety (90) days of employment.
* Completed a Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy Program of Curriculum.
Essential
* A valid driver's license or occupational driver's license, reliable transportation and insurance is required.
* Must obtain a Wisconsin driver's license or occupational driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver's license.
* Must be authorized as eligible to operate a Personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation's Vehicle Driver Certification and FleeManagement Law prior to actual start date.
* Must maintain driver's eligibility as a condition of employment
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk frequently
* Sit frequently
* Reach with hands and arms
* Stand occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Crawl occasionally
* Lift 25 pounds occasionally
* Move 25 pounds occasionally
* Work flexible hours
* Work extended hours
* Work various schedules
* Office setting
* Moderate noise level
Experience:
Essential:
* Two (2) years of experience working with individuals or families in crisis situations which includes sexual assault.
* One (1) year experience in Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence group work/facilitation, individual work and community cultural resources and services; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
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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