What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Victim Advocate position at Wyandotte Nation?
The Wyandotte Nation is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Crime Victim Advocate to provide advocacy, crisis intervention, and support services to adult and youth victims of domestic violence, dating violence and their dependents. Working under the supervision of the Lead Advocate/Caseworker, the successful candidate will assist victims and their families by providing safety planning, court accompaniment, resource referrals, crisis response, and guidance through the criminal justice system while collaborating with law enforcement, courts, and community partners. This position also participates in outreach and awareness activities, maintains required documentation, and serves in an on-call rotation for emergencies.
Qualified applicants should possess relevant education, training, or experience in criminal justice, social work, human services, or a related field. A minimum of two years of related work experience is required. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, demonstrate professionalism and compassion when working with the public, maintain confidentiality, and be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to work occasional evenings, respond to emergencies, and support the Wyandotte Nation P.L. 102-477 Plan is required.
How to Apply:
Candidates must complete and sign an application and may also attach a resume. Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may be considered for the posted position until the position is filled. Applications and/or resumes maybe completed online at our website: https://wyandotte-nation.org/services/careers/ or to the address, fax or email address listed below.
Indian Preference:
In the filling of this position, by appointment, promotion, transfer, reassignment, reinstatement, or any other personnel action, we are required by law to give preference in selection to qualified Indian preference candidates.
Equal Employment:
Except for Indian Preference, consideration will be made without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, politics, disabilities, marital status, age, or membership or non-membership in any employee organization.
Wyandotte Nation Government
8 Turtle Drive
Wyandotte, OK 74370
Nancy Ezell 918-678-6357
918-676-7085(fax)
nezell@wyandotte-nation.org
Pay: From $47,407.20 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $47,407