Surgeon - Trauma jobs in Alaska

Job Summary: Job incumbent shall be responsible for the overall administration and direction of the Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) Tribal Victims Services project. Job incumbent is responsible for administrative oversight of the project including project start-up, contracts, operations and phase-out. The incumbent is responsible for timely task completion as dictated in project timeline and is responsible for day-to-day operations. Additionally, responsible for responding and assisting victims related to child protection, domestic violence, and other crime situations, advocating for victims, and referring individuals for services as indicated in the goals and objectives of the OVC Grant.

Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.

Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbent(s).

Representative Duties: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, Addiction Services, job incumbent:

1. Administer and manage the OVC Tribal Victim Assistance Project Grant.

2. Develops operating policies and procedures and operations manual for the newly established Victim Service Program, as well as assures adherence to the same. Responsible for annual review and update for all Policies, Procedures, and operations manual.

3. Monitors compliance with grant regulations with the DOJ Grants Administrator and immediate supervisor. Responsible for the preparation and timely submission of all program, contract and grant reports, including monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the Tribal Development Director.

4. Conduct grant reporting, including quarterly financial reports, semi-annual, and annual reporting to the OVC, as well as submitting performance measures as directed in the grant.

5. Provide victim advocacy to eligible victims of crime, including providing direct services and referrals.

6. Provide victim advocacy to eligible victims of crime; including child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assaults, elder abuse, theft, vandalism, etc...

7. Provide mobile advocacy to victims unable to access services, due to barriers or safety risks.

8. Conduct safety planning with victims that safety is at risk, including providing services for emergency shelter and/or emergency transportation in/out of the village; or a tribal member's current community.

9. Establish, maintain, and update victim services policies and procedures as needed to meet the needs of clients as well as comply with federal funding mandates.

10. Assure confidentiality of client information, educating clients on client privacy rights and deciding when a release of information is needed to work with outside agencies.

11. Refer victims of crime to appropriate local, state, and federal agencies for services, as well as utilize the State of Alaska victim compensation fund for eligible victims.

12. Assist victims and their families to navigate the state and/or tribal court system, including assisting in drafting petitions and protections orders for court review.

13. Attend both State and Tribal court hearings as a support advocate for victims as requested.

14. Responsible for case management of all clients serve, including keeping accurate case notes and files, and storing case notes and files, and storing case files in safe locked files that follows victim privacy regulations.

15. Maintains the highest level of professional and ethical standards, including confidentiality. Is culturally sensitive to the customs, traditions, practices, and sovereign status of the Tribe.

Other Responsibilities:

16. Other job related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field OR five years' experience in social service field.

2. Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in victim advocacy or the behavioral health field, and program implementation of social service programs.

3. Must pass background check pursuant to federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements.

4. Must successfully obtain and maintain clearance from the Alaska Department of Health and Social Service Certification & Licensing Department of Alaska Background Check Program upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

5. Knowledge of principles and practices of program management, grant management, planning, analysis, service development.

6. Demonstrated ability to manage and implement complex projects.

7. Skills to collect analyze and evaluate information to arrive at sound conclusions and recommendations.

8. Computer proficiency including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

9. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Knowledge and ability to adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality regulations.

10. Attentions to detail and follow through.

11. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

12. Extensive village travel. Cross-cultural treatment skills and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures and traditions preferred. Familiarity with the culture and needs of individuals of Alaska Native descent.

Supervision: This position has no supervisory duties.