Youth Enrichment Services Advocate

Open To All Applicants

Salary is Negotiable

After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.

Summary :

Provide services on behalf of the Oneida Nation, to address the educational, personal, social, cultural, and emotional needs of American Indian Youth attending public schools in the communities surrounding the Oneida reservation so that they may reach their maximum potential and develop a positive academic, social, and cultural experience. Incumbent is responsible for establishing effective collaboration, coordination and communication between American Indian youth, their families, the Youth Enrichment Specialist, the school and community. Strategic Objectives are to increase GPAs , raise the number of graduates and lower the drop out rates.

Responsibilities :

• Advocate and lobby for rights of American Indian Youth to have equal opportunities that ensure successful educational, personal, social, cultural and emotional development.
• Assume all duties and responsibilities with the guidelines prescribed by Johnson O'Malley rules and regulations.
• Develop and plan for program sponsored events and tribal specials events
• Coordinate / facilitate groups during the school day and / or before / after school, implement curricula, to address pertinent educational, personal, career exploration, social, cultural and emotional issues.
• Coordinate, conduct and utilize staff development and training opportunities to enhance the services of the Youth Advocate.
• Provide academic support when necessary.
• Utilize school district operational policies and procedures and any other relevant background information necessary to work effectively.
• Function as a liaison for youth and / or parents in their interactions with teachers, school administrators, and support staff. Assist youth and / or parents in locating points of contact in the schools and make referrals as appropriate.
• Attend / participate in school staff and parent meetings to act as a liaison in communicating youth needs and concerns; mediates problems that may arise between school, parent(s), youth, and or community.
• Utilize Tribal resources and surrounding communities' social services, such as Oneida Social Services, Wrap-Around Program, Family Services, alternative schooling and youth laws. Know the policies, procedures, and eligibility criteria of Oneida community resources available to assist in meeting the needs of the youth.
• Promote the Nations Core Values, mission, vision and program operational plan
• Participate in yearly planning sessions to assess and / or evaluate priorities and services to be provided for the upcoming year.
• Develop and maintain close, cooperative, and beneficial working relationships with students, parents, teachers, administrators, co-workers, peers, social workers, liaison officers, and other constituencies.
• Networking with parents / guardians and community programs to ensure their input is part of the youth's educational process
• Assist school staff and administrators in developing opportunities for parents to become involved in their child's educational program
• Acquire resource materials to assist parents and / or youth in understanding the policies and procedures of the local school system (public, LEA).
• Document and address the needs and concerns of Native American Youth and monitor student academic standing.
• Practice excellent customer service skills at all times to include, but not limited to addressing customer and employee needs courteously and promptly (Customer service provided shall be in line with the organizations "Good Mind" core values)
• Implement and maintain a record keeping system to establish and maintain a client development plan and communicate student and programming status and future plans to the student, parents, supervisor, relevant school colleagues. Communication may be in-person, phone, text, email, mail, virtual meetings, completed reports, and newsletters
• Contribute to a team effort and accomplish related results as required

Skills : Essential :

Nonessential :

Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field :

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Other information :

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.

Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.

Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.

Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation / State Compact and / or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and / or Gaming license as a condition of employment.

Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and / or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

Must provide a copy of diploma / degree, license, or certification upon employment.