Domestic Violence Case Manager
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
- Sioux City, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensures the availability of advocacy services and emergency shelter for victims of domestic, family and sexual violence in all service areas of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska.
- Assists the Domestic Violence Program Coordinator with the Outreach Program in the service area as needed to reach victims of domestic, family and sexual violence and make them aware of our program and services.
- Assist the Domestic Violence Program Coordinator with the implementation of an awareness campaign targeted towards Native Americans with emphasis in education regarding domestic, family and sexual violence.
- Facilitates support groups (talking circles) for victims of domestic, family and sexual violence appropriately.
- Maintains strict confidentiality at all times.
- Travels to service areas of the Ponca Tribe to perform duties.
- Assists the Domestic Violence Program Coordinator in the facilitation of a domestic violence victim services program designed to assist Native American victims.
- Performs duties as the primary contact for the assigned service area(s).
- Develops partnerships with nonprofit, non-governmental victim services agencies in the respective service areas that can assist the tribe in its efforts.
- Assists in prosecution efforts; inform victims of their rights, advocate on their behalf and ensure that victims are provided access to courts, etc.
- Initiates assessment and investigation of referrals.
- Updates and maintains files.
- Other duties as assigned.
- One year experience working with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. One year experience developing, assisting and utilizing community resources.
- One year of victim support, advocacy, and counseling experience. Computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access programs. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable.
- Must successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
- Able and willing to travel
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self-Determination Act.