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Kaw Nation Shelter Advocate in Kaw City, Oklahoma
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SHELTER ADVOCATE
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Shelter Director
CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR: Tribal Chair
TYPE: Regular/Full-time
LOCATION: Newkirk, OK
Shift: 3^rd^ Shift 12:00am to 8:00am
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 womens 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 Centers confidentiality policy
Assist in the care and maintenance of the shelter. Participate in staff meetings/trainings
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.
Excellent benefits are available to all full-time employees including BCBS Medical and Dental, VSP, Prudential Life, 403b and IRA plans. Generous paid leave for sick and vacation.
For more information contact the Kaw Nation Human Resource Department at (580) 269-2552. Applications available at www.kawnation.com.
Resumes without an Application and Disclosure Agreement will not be considered. Submit applications with disclosures to PO Box 50, Kaw City, OK 74641, <svogele@kawnation.com> or fax to (580) 269- 2536.
EEO & Drug free work place employer
Indian Preference considered with verification of Indian Heritage