Job Posting
Victim Advocate - (Domestic Violence)
Position: Victim Advocate
Reports To: Director
Department: Domestic Violence
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Purpose: The Victim Advocate for the Domestic Violence Program of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma will be responsible for the planning, coordination and development of all activities related to the enhancements and expansion of services for victims/survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Also, the Advocate will work alongside the Domestic Violence Staff to assist with the coordination and management of other victims of crime such as domestic violence, dating violence, sex trafficking and
stalking.
Job Duties:
• Responds to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, sex trafficking and stalking that have been identified by either the process of intakes, referrals or crisis calls.
• Maintain confidentiality of clients and all documentation related to each case.
• Prepare reports and collect data as needed for program evaluation and grant compliance.
• Provides case management services, conducting intake, safety planning, and conducting case management meetings to develop and update goals.
• Provide crisis intervention, resource/referral, and support to individuals seeking shelter, housing, legal advocacy, counseling, and other community resources.
• Provide community education through participation in community/tribal outreach events.
• Be available for on-call duty to provide direct services to clients identified as victims of domestic/sexual violence at local hospitals within service area. Provide accompaniment to law enforcement interviews and/or medical/forensic exams when requested.
• Assist victims/survivors in knowing their rights about obtaining a Protective Order and what to do when the order is violated.
• Determine appropriate services for incoming clients.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the policies and procedures guiding the work of this position in particular and the program or department overall. Perform job functions in line with these policies and procedures.
• Preference will be given to persons with the following or similar certifications: Certified Domestic & Sexual Violence Response Professional, State-Certified Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training Program or SANE/SART (sexual assault nurse examiner/sexual assault response team)
• Valid Oklahoma driver's license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
• Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
• Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Closing Date: 12/23/2025 |
