Victim Advocate

Santo Domingo Tribe • Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM

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About The Position

Incumbent provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and nonjudgmental support, medical and legal advocacy to victims/survivors of domestic violence and related crimes and their families; provide proper referrals and information and provide follow-up with victims/survivors within 24 to 48 hours.

Requirements

• Associate degree in human services and recommended two (2) years of experience working with domestic violence victims.
• Previous experience with Native American clients preferred; must be sensitive to tribal customs and traditions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check, MVR check, and new hire drug screen.
• Valid New Mexico driver's license to be eligible for Santo Domingo Pueblo's liability insurance plan and maintain eligibility.
• Effective Communication Skills
• Software Skills
• Teamwork Skills
• Proactivity Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Proficient and able to adapt and learn quickly.
• Active listening skills
• Self-management and Accountability
• Solid organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with Native American clients preferred; must be sensitive to tribal customs and traditions.
• Fluent in Keres language preferred.

Responsibilities

• crisis intervention
• advocacy
• nonjudgmental support
• medical and legal advocacy to victims/survivors of domestic violence and related crimes and their families
• provide proper referrals and information
• provide follow-up with victims/survivors within 24 to 48 hours

Benefits

• generous vacation
• affordable medical and other benefits
• competitive 401k
• amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree