Family Advocate

Division:  AdministrationSalary:  $25,950 – 42,770   21-1021

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Enníska/February 8, 2013

Description of Position: The Family Advocate is an independent position created to help families that have experienced trauma.  The family advocate will assist families in specific situations that do not otherwise meet criteria for services offered within Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal programs. Their advocacy work will focus on the needs of the family. They will assist families in navigating through agencies, such as DSS, Health Services and Criminal Justice System, among others, in hopes of creating cooperative relationships that result in the best possible outcomes for the families.

Qualifications:  Associates or Bachelor’s degree in related field or 3-5 years of strong related experience.  Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.  

Obtain complete job descriptions online at http://www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources - Community Building 518-358-2272. Submit letter of interest and resume to: human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY:  The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position.

DRUG TESTING POLICY: The successful applicant for employment must submit to a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK:  Some positions require a criminal background check to be used solely for employment related purposes.