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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
FEMALE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCATE
RED LAKE EQUAY WIIGAMIG WOMENS SHELTER
Open: April 27, 2016
Closing: May 4, 2016 @ 3:00 p.m.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Domestic Violence Advocate will be working with all women and families with holistic, cultural based programming and services. Reports to Director, part-time position, salary; DOQ.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Will provide;
o One-on-One Services
o Facilitate Groups
o Access Community Resources
• Access Community Resources to assist sexual assault/abuse victims in their recovery
• Provide assessments of;
o Need
o Crisis Intervention
o Support/Court Advocacy
• Provide Safety Planning
• Provide referrals for;
o OFP's (Order for Protection)
o Harassment Orders
o Restraining Orders
o Shelter Referrals
o Emergency Needs
• Able to provide strong empowering;
o Empathy
o Support
• Maintain strict standards of behavior and confidentiality
• Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
• GED/High School Diploma
• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with people of varied economic, educational, and cultural backgrounds
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• No felony convictions and must never have been convicted of Domestic Violence
• Valid Minnesota driver's license and clean driving record
• Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check
TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are being accepted at the Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847.
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