Responsible for maintaining a Coordinated Community Response (CCR) team of Tribal intervention resources to address the safety of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence. Facilitates policy development designated to enhance the Tribal justice and local State justice systems response to victims. Ensures provision of support and training to the coordinated community response team members. Monitors the coordinating team’s response to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Reports statistical data and capital spending to the Program Manager, for financial reporting.
• Develops and maintain the activities and meetings of a Coordinated Community Response (CCR) team addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence.
• Facilitates regular interagency meetings with CCR participants to assess the coordinated response and review of current practices and policies for the purpose of maximizing victim safety.
• Develops and maintains policies and procedures which coordinate and standardize the intervention actions of practitioners involved in the CCR.
• Coordinates with all Tribal domestic violence program resources, including but not limited to the Tribal violence against women funded grants projects (i.e., STOP Violence against Indian Women project, Rural Domestic Violence and Children Victimization project, the Grants to Encourage Arrest and Enforcement of Protection Order Policies project, and the Legal Assistance to Victims project) to develop strategies and action plans devised to achieve the goals, and objectives and priorities for the program.
• Assists with the on-going development of Tribal victim services and program policies and procedures.
• Provides community educational programs for interested groups, schools, and Tribal programs on topics of domestic abuse, sexual assault, stalking and/or dating violence.
• Deliver prevention and intervention trainings specific to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and/or human trafficking to program partners, general public, organized groups and/or during community events, provides networking with internal and external Tribal resources on the various needs of victims of abuse.
• Coordinates training of Police, Prosecutions, Court personnel, mental health professionals, medical staff and Tribal programs on domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
• Maintains accurate and complete records in compliance with confidentiality.
• Provides statistical and narrative reports monthly and quarterly to supervisory and funding sources.
• Coordinates with the monitoring of perpetrators that are being processed through the legal system and makes appropriate contacts with the various justice system agencies.
• Provides recommendations for system improvements and implementation of relevant activities to support systems enhancement.
• Assist Tribal DVSA program in grant writing, monitoring, and reporting to the various agencies to ensure timeliness of compliance.
• Works with technical assistance providers to identify culturally appropriate services, education, and training, and work with other Tribal programs to implement strategies with assist the development of a comprehensive approach to victim safety.
• Reviews current research and educational materials for the purpose of keeping the coordination team and other practitioners updated.
• Evaluates the Tribal justice system response to ensure that proactive steps are taken to confront institutional failures to protect anyone that has experienced domsetic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking and/or human trafficking.
• Maintains records for Transitional Housing (TH) clients (including but not limited to TH supplies, purchasing, record keeping).
• Reviews policies with each agency for the collection of data and to assess the need for policy changes or to correct practices to comply with policies in place.
• Acts as an advocate for clients.
• Coordinates meetings for advisory committee.
• Solicits for grants related to DV, SA, etc.
• Available in rotation for on call weekends, holidays, etc.
• Stays informed of Federal guidelines and requirements associated with any active grant.
This position is not responsible for supervising others. Works under the general guidance of Manager - Domestic Violence within established guidelines. Has latitude for the exercise of initiatives, discretion, and independent judgement within reason and without violating Tribal policies or funding agency's policies.
Experience: Four (4) years of related experience required. Experience working in the criminal justice system to include completion of continuing education in specialized area of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be in lieu of degree, with required related experience of an additional: 5 years with a High School Diploma/GED equivalent; or 3 years with an Associate’s Degree.
Licenses & Certifications: Valid, insurable NC Driver’s License required.
• Must have knowledge of the social and political issues surrounding domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking on EBCI Tribal Territories, NC Counties, Federal and NC State properties within region.
• Must have knowledge of Cherokee Indian culture, traditions, and values.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of the history, dynamics, social and economic impact of family violence, alcoholism, human growth and behavior, human relationships, group dynamics, and the effect of these problems in families, individuals, and the community.
• Must have the ability to search for, prepare, draft, and monitor grants; write reports, and correspondence as necessitated by the funding agency.
• Must be knowledgeable of the fiscal requirements, policies and procedures of the Tribe and have knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and general office procedures.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective communications between Tribal programs and external resources.
• Must have the knowledge of the court system (both Civil and criminal), and the services available to the victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Must be able to function in a dynamic office environment including the technological equipment and operational software.
• Must be able to make a decision with sound emotional judgement and to use good judgement when decisions are needed.
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly and positively with public and coworkers in writing and oral communication.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with people of various personality types and cultural backgrounds and have the ability to work independently and as a member of the team.
• Must have skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.
• Six months are required to become proficient in most phases of the job.
* Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
EBCI reserves the right to revise the position description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Complete job description is found on application site.
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