What are the responsibilities and job description for the DV Shelter Staff position at Ponca City Development Authority?
KAW NATION POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Shelter Staff IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Shelter Coordinator
CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR: KNFTHC Director
TYPE: Regular/Full-time
LOCATION: Newkirk, OK
Shift: 2nd Shift Weekdays: 4pm to 12am Monday through Friday.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Prefer experience in counseling and/or advocacy, strong
interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, ability to accept responsibility
and follow through project assignments. Also prefer experience or demonstrated interest in women's
issues, preferably domestic violence. Valid Oklahoma Drivers License and clean driving record for insurability.
Responsibilities:
Respond to callers accessing 24-hour hotline and provide services including crisis
Intervention.
Provide information/referrals to victims of domestic violence victims and their children
Facilitate support groups and/or house meetings
Provide supportive direction relating to money management, personal hygiene, work skills, housekeeping, meal planning and preparation and utilization of other community resources
Assist with protective/restraining orders and other court matters
Arrange for emergency medical services or law enforcement services as needed
Complete telephone intake with women requesting shelter
Provide/arrange for shelter for qualified persons
Complete shelter intake and other related forms as required
Provide/arrange transportation for clients who are appropriate for shelter
Ensure client confidentiality and the Center’s confidentiality policy
Assist in the care and maintenance of the shelter.
Participate in staff meetings/trainings
Prepared to work on-call shifts as needed, which may include: days, nights, and or weekends
Perform related duties as required and/or deemed necessary by Supervisor
All new hires will be required by the Kaw Nation pre employment drug screen and background check. Failure to pass the drug screen or the background check will lead to withdrawal of the job offer or termination of employment.