The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized tribal government serving its citizens across a fifteen-county area in Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Its work spans tribal governance and legal services, health and behavioral health clinics, social and emergency assistance, education and youth programs, and cultural and historic preservation. Through these programs, the Tribe supports community wellbeing, sovereignty, and protection of tribal resources.
Domestic Violence Youth Specialist
Supports Ponca Tribe of Nebraska youth affected by violence through culturally grounded advocacy, activities, and services. Coordinates youth programs and community partnerships across the Tribe’s service area.
Aprašymas
- Support youth aged 18 and younger throughout the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Service Delivery Area.
- Lead culturally relevant activities that build on youth strengths and tribal heritage.
- Develop services and programs for young people affected by domestic or dating violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
- Provide advocacy and support services to affected youth.
- Facilitate support groups and activities for youth who have experienced victimization.
- Create service-learning opportunities for youth.
- Develop and implement program guidelines, records, intake forms, and individual youth assessments.
- Coordinate with community resources to expand and strengthen program services.
- Promote youth programs, activities, and services at internal and community events.
- Build positive working relationships with the community, partner agencies, and other external resources.
- Mentor youth and support their physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being.
- Protect confidential information.
- Work with Tribal departments and staff—including Behavioral Health, Health Services, Community Health Workers, Culture, Ponca Express, Human Services, and the Elders Council—as well as external organizations.
- Work occasional evenings and weekends, and travel extensively within the Ponca Service Delivery Area, with occasional travel beyond it.
- Carry out other duties as assigned.
Reikalavimai
- Associate degree in human services, criminal justice, education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant experience, education, or working knowledge in child development and education, domestic violence, prevention programming, and human services.
- At least one year of experience working with youth.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility for vehicle insurance.
- Successful completion of drug and alcohol, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
- Ability and willingness to travel within and beyond the Ponca Service Delivery Area.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in human services, criminal justice, education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred: One year of case management experience.
- Preferred: One year of experience developing, implementing, and evaluating programs.
- Preferred: One year of experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
- Knowledge of Public Law 93-638, the Indian Self-Determination Act, Tribal organizations, and funding opportunities.
- Preference is given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members and members of federally recognized tribes; all qualified candidates may apply.
- Compliance with Public Law 101-630, the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, and 25 CFR Part 63, the Indian Child Protection Act.