Domestic Violence Program Coordinator

Description

United American Indian Involvement (UAII) is the only Native American led non-profit organization in Los Angeles County, proudly serving as a home for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Through our healthcare facility and culturally centered programs, we provide essential physical, behavioral, and spiritual health services—helping individuals stay connected to their Tribal heritage and traditions.

For over 50 years, UAII has grown to become the largest nonprofit provider of health and human services for American Indians and Alaska Natives in Los Angeles, home to the nation’s largest Urban Indian population. Our dedicated team delivers compassionate care that supports daily healing, resilience, and the continued strength of our communities. UAII is committed to uphold Indigenous values in all aspects of our work.

It guides our actions, relationships, and responsibilities, ensuring that we serve our communities with integrity, respect, and accountability.

• Respect for Relatives – I will honor the dignity of all people, recognizing that every individual is a relative deserving of respect, compassion, and care.
• Community Responsibility – My work is not only for individual benefit but for the collective well-being of our communities, present and future.
• Cultural Integrity - I will safeguard and uplift Indigenous languages, traditions, and cultural practices, ensuring they remain central to our organizational life.
• Reciprocity - We give back in balance with what we receive, fostering mutual trust and accountability in all relationships.
• Stewardship – I will act as a caretaker of our communities, resources, and environment, mindful of the impact of our decisions on future generations.
• Truth and Transparency – I will communicate honestly and openly, ensuring clarity in our commitments and accountability in our actions

The Domestic Violence Program Coordinator is a grant funded position.

The Domestic Violence Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of culturally responsive domestic violence prevention, advocacy, outreach, education, and training services for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and families. This position provides trauma-informed support, facilitates community engagement and awareness activities, conducts trainings and educational presentations, and collaborates with Tribal representatives, child welfare agencies, courts, and community partners to promote survivor safety, family stability, and positive outcomes for Native families.

The Domestic Violence Program Coordinator supports compliance with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), attends dependency and related court hearings, assists with resource navigation and referrals, maintains program documentation and reporting requirements, and represents UAII in community meetings, coalitions, and outreach events while upholding the organization's mission, values, and commitment to preserving and strengthening Native families and communities.

• Provide peer support and mentorship to families involved in Indian Child Welfare cases and case involving domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
• Assist clients in understanding and navigating the Department of Social Services, court system, and domestic violence/sexual assault proceedings.
• Advocate for the best interests of domestic violence and sexual assault survivors.
• Provide support services within UAII or provide referrals as needed for domestic violence/sexual assault offenders.
• Work collaboratively with Child and Family Services staff, tribal representatives, and community partners to support client safety, family preservation, and cultural connections.
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