Domestic Violence Advocate- Swing Shift

Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System • Winnebago, NE

1d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Domestic Violence Advocacy Program is a Human Services program of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska focused on providing services to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault, including women, men, children, elders, and their families. The Domestic Violence Advocate offers supportive services to survivors and their dependents to address issues such as housing, benefits, employment, childcare, medical and dental care, education, legal matters, mental health, and substance abuse. Working in conjunction with the Case Manager, the Advocate provides case management and advocacy services to both shelter residents and non-resident clients. The role involves assisting with meetings and support groups, performing required reporting and documentation, and conducting awareness education on domestic violence issues and the program. This position is primarily day shift but may require swing or overnight shifts at the Domestic Violence shelter.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years’ work experience in Domestic Violence or another Human Services field.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with Winnebago Tribal members or other Native Americans.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer skills relevant to research, presentations, and report writing.
• Strong inner-personal skills.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in providing training, public education, and/or awareness activities to the public.
• Must be within 30 minutes of driving time when on-call.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet driver’s eligibility guidelines.
• Must have valid personal vehicle insurance or be insurable by WCHS.
• 20 hours of training per year in the areas of DV/SA awareness or victim advocacy.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
• While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Ability to work outside safely in weather extremes.
• Reading, writing, calculating.
• Above average social interaction skills.
• Reasoning/Analysis.
• Works with minimal to no supervision.
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

Nice To Haves

• AA or higher degree in Social Work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call emergency services to victims of Domestic Violence, including transportation to shelter, hospital, and place of safety, assistance with law enforcement, and support during medical exams and other interviews.
• Complete client intake forms.
• Assist clients in developing a safety plan.
• Develop a service plan with each client and case manager, based on the client’s individual needs.
• Provide advocacy services and make referrals for clients.
• Document in case files any changes or incidents regarding a client.
• Ensure all client files are updated regularly and follow up with clients in accordance with program policies.
• Attend program staff meetings as assigned.
• Assist other program employees with public awareness materials and public education on Domestic Violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking through meetings and community activities.
• Ensure all client information is kept secure and confidential.
• Ensure the shelter is a safe, secure, and confidential living environment.
• Attend public speaking engagements and meetings that address and support the movement to end Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.
• Represent the program in coalitions, community groups, and others as directed.
• Attend training as directed by supervisor.

Benefits

• WCHS is an equal opportunity employer.
• As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American and Veteran applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants.
• In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
• WCHS participates in E-Verify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED