Community Advocate

Community Advocate

The White Earth Reservation Business Committee is currently seeking a qualified applicant who will be responsible for providing direct services and assistance to individuals who have been a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or general violence; in addition to conducting community outreach, community education, awareness, and agency collaboration (state, Tribal, federal) regarding addressing violence issues on White Earth Reservation.

• Provide direct services to victims of crime to assure victims safety.

• Provide education and outreach on violence issues to create community awareness.

• Establish and maintain quality working relationships with other service providers to assure service delivery.

• Create and maintain program information to ensure compliance with DOVE reporting requirements.

• Communicates directly with DOVE Community Advocacy Coordinator to ensure program and organization is represented in a professional manner.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow and apply the policies and procedures of the White Earth Tribal Council and the Human Services Department.

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret cycle of abuse, power and control issues, sexual violence, domestic violence, and victims' rights.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client/victim needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client/victim satisfaction.

• Knowledge of and belief in non-violence response.

• Ability to respond and function in high stress situations.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with victims, staff, system providers, and others in the community.

• Ability to work a flexible on-call schedule for the on-call crisis line, including evenings, nights and weekends.

• Ability to respond, assess and de-escalate crisis situations involving mental health and/or substance abuse issues.

• Ability to adhere to and abide by strict confidentiality agreements.

• Knowledge of the White Earth Reservation demographics, culture, history and lifestyles.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED and experience interacting with victims of violence and crime.

• 40 Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire).

• Valid Driver's license and insurance for travel between sites and other business-related destinations.

• Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.