Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton, Arizona, United States
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER SPECIALIST
Posted over 1 month ago
Job Description
EIVIPLOYIV'IENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Domestic Violence Shelter Specialist
Closing Date: 02/01/2021
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-060-2
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Tribal Social Services/Domestic Violence Shelter
City: Sacaton. AZLocations: 417 S. Pear Road
Area of Interest: Social Services
Salary Type: Base Pay
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $16.62 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Domestic Violence Shelter Specialist is responsible for providing a therapeutic environment and maintaining
a home-like atmosphere and providing daily care, training, supervision and assumes day-to-day responsibilities
of working with the residents at the Domestic Violence Shelter. This position provides advocacy, education and
cri: ' intervention for victims of domestic violence and their children who are residents of the shelter, as well as
callers who contact the facility when there is a crisis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Work directly with residents by answering crisis hotline, providing supportive listening and assist with new
arrivals.As: tin meeting the household needs of the residents.Assrst new residents with orientation to the facility.Provide supportive listening, help resolve con?ict and assist residents to understand shelter guidelines.Support residents in daily maintenance/cleaning of their rooms and common areas and maintain a healthy
environment condition in the home.Responsible for following a planned schedule of events, duties and activities.
0 Maintain program structure by following program rules and procedures.
0 Model appropriate interaction and responsible behavior for residents, including confidentiality, attentiveness
to house rules, cleanliness, politeness, con?ict resolution, and respect.
0 Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge of Native American cultures.Some knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.Be of good moral character and have good physical and emotional health.Ability to act professionally and efficiently in crisis situation.Ability to learn, be non-judgmental and work well with others in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the general public.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.RE! ZUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years experience in a human services or social
service environment which included working with trauma survivors and crisis intervention.
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Sociology, or a closely related
field is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 US. C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
- First Aid & CPR Certification and TB skin test to obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Must be able to withstand the physical and emotional stress of carrying on responsibilities for domestic
violence victims.
- Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B.
- Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving
record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of
submission of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.Preference in filling vacanci is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
Closing Date: 02/01/2021
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-060-2
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Tribal Social Services/Domestic Violence Shelter
City: Sacaton. AZLocations: 417 S. Pear Road
Area of Interest: Social Services
Salary Type: Base Pay
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $16.62 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Domestic Violence Shelter Specialist is responsible for providing a therapeutic environment and maintaining
a home-like atmosphere and providing daily care, training, supervision and assumes day-to-day responsibilities
of working with the residents at the Domestic Violence Shelter. This position provides advocacy, education and
cri: ' intervention for victims of domestic violence and their children who are residents of the shelter, as well as
callers who contact the facility when there is a crisis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Work directly with residents by answering crisis hotline, providing supportive listening and assist with new
arrivals.As: tin meeting the household needs of the residents.Assrst new residents with orientation to the facility.Provide supportive listening, help resolve con?ict and assist residents to understand shelter guidelines.Support residents in daily maintenance/cleaning of their rooms and common areas and maintain a healthy
environment condition in the home.Responsible for following a planned schedule of events, duties and activities.
0 Maintain program structure by following program rules and procedures.
0 Model appropriate interaction and responsible behavior for residents, including confidentiality, attentiveness
to house rules, cleanliness, politeness, con?ict resolution, and respect.
0 Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge of Native American cultures.Some knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.Be of good moral character and have good physical and emotional health.Ability to act professionally and efficiently in crisis situation.Ability to learn, be non-judgmental and work well with others in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the general public.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.RE! ZUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years experience in a human services or social
service environment which included working with trauma survivors and crisis intervention.
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Sociology, or a closely related
field is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 US. C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
- First Aid & CPR Certification and TB skin test to obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Must be able to withstand the physical and emotional stress of carrying on responsibilities for domestic
violence victims.
- Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B.
- Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving
record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of
submission of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.Preference in filling vacanci is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
07163196