Victim Advocate - Full Time, Non Exempt Position Available
Job Description
Job Description
Victim Advocate
About Santo Domingo:
For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 20 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top-of-line services to over 5000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work-life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.
About Our Work Environment:
Our work environment has:
- Friendly staff
- Supportive work environment
- Flexibility
- And is community service driven
We offer generous vacation, affordable medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.
Summary of Position:
Incumbent provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and nonjudgmental support, medical and legal advocacy to victims/survivors of domestic violence and related crimes and their families; provide proper referrals and information and provide follow-up with victims/survivors within 24 to 48 hours.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate degree in human services and recommended two (2) years of experience working with domestic violence victims.
- Previous experience with Native American clients preferred; must be sensitive to tribal customs and traditions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Fluent in Keres language preferred.
- Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check, MVR check, and new hire drug screen.
- Valid New Mexico driver's license to be eligible for Santo Domingo Pueblo's liability insurance plan and maintain eligibility.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective Communication Skills
- Software Skills
- Teamwork Skills
- Proactivity Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Proficient and able to adapt and learn quickly.
- Active listening skills
- Self-management and Accountability
- Solid organizational and time management skills
Are you ready to join our Team?
If you would like to learn more about this position, see the attached linked job description. If you would like to APPLY for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume.
Santo Domingo Pueblo exercises Native American preference in employment opportunities but otherwise supports non-discrimination on the basis of age, sex, religion, disability, color, race, or national origin, except where required by bona fide business necessity.