Rachel Fernandez Email & Phone Number

Menominee Indian Reservation

I am the Executive Director of Maeqtekuahkihkiw Metaemohsak, Inc., Woodland Women, and I am part of a wonderful group of women. We are rooted in cultural advocacy and way of life teachings. We promote healing and spiritual growth through traditional teachings and unity. We support community outreach, prevention and education of community-based issues. We are awakening the blood memory of our ancestors by reclaiming our traditional knowledge and connection.

Hayward, Wisconsin, United States

The Johnson-O'Malley Program is authorized by the Johnson-O'Malley Act of 1934 and the implementing regulations are provided in Part 273 of Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regulations. As amended, this Act authorizes contracts for the education of eligible Indian students enrolled in public schools and previously private schools. This local program is operated under an educational plan, approved by the BIE, which contains educational objectives to address the needs of the eligible American… Show more The Johnson-O'Malley Program is authorized by the Johnson-O'Malley Act of 1934 and the implementing regulations are provided in Part 273 of Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regulations. As amended, this Act authorizes contracts for the education of eligible Indian students enrolled in public schools and previously private schools. This local program is operated under an educational plan, approved by the BIE, which contains educational objectives to address the needs of the eligible American Indian and Alaska Native students. Show less

United States

Northeastern Region - Wi

I provided assessments that are in-line with intimate partner issues, including domestic and sexual violence issues, power and control, and gender roles and made recommendations for clients. This will include providing individual counseling and treatment planning. I provided services based on the Wisconsin Batterers Treatment Standards while also incorporating Menominee culture and evidenced-based practices. I maintained compliance with client record keeping requirements, including progress… Show more I provided assessments that are in-line with intimate partner issues, including domestic and sexual violence issues, power and control, and gender roles and made recommendations for clients. This will include providing individual counseling and treatment planning. I provided services based on the Wisconsin Batterers Treatment Standards while also incorporating Menominee culture and evidenced-based practices. I maintained compliance with client record keeping requirements, including progress notes, staffing and required program data and forms. I developed and facilitated weekly domestic violence batterers group sessions. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wi

My position was to oversee the domestic violence (DV) and sexual assault (SA) programs at the 24 hour crisis shelter, Oskēh-Wāēpeqtah and to provide vision, leadership, and expertise to the Menominee Indian Tribe in expanding and improving the provision of services to victims of domestic violence on and near the Reservation. I provided in-depth training and supervision to all program staff on crisis intervention, psychological impact and coping patterns that DV/SA and trauma has on victims, and… Show more My position was to oversee the domestic violence (DV) and sexual assault (SA) programs at the 24 hour crisis shelter, Oskēh-Wāēpeqtah and to provide vision, leadership, and expertise to the Menominee Indian Tribe in expanding and improving the provision of services to victims of domestic violence on and near the Reservation. I provided in-depth training and supervision to all program staff on crisis intervention, psychological impact and coping patterns that DV/SA and trauma has on victims, and identifying underlying or co-occurring conditions of victims, to ensure best-practices and comprehensive care. I developed, implemented and maintained program policies & procedures so they were in accordance with trauma-informed care and all relevant local, State and Federal guidelines regarding safety, confidentiality and licensing/certification, where applicable. I developed and trained staff on providing comprehensive case management to individual clients and families, including: intake, assessment, treatment planning, monitoring client progress, track relevant data and trends, and log direct/indirect time as needed for grant reports. I oversaw individual case planning with specific goals and objectives to children and families utilizing services. I participated in consultations with other professionals regarding psychological evaluations, program effectiveness, and program hazards. I ensured the provision of advocacy, including on-going support services, for victims after initial police intervention, throughout court proceedings, and after case deposition. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wi

The Menominee Nation Early Childhood Services-Head Start/Early Head Start believes that a child can benefit from a comprehensive Early Childhood program that promotes healthy development through Head Start/Early Head Start staff, parents and the community. By working together, we can develop a child's abilities to their greatest potential so that each child may show confidence in their abilities to go forward in pursuit of a full and successful life.

Keshena, Wisconsin

I am responsible for the organization, administration and operation of the TSASP grant which provides comprehensive and specialized service provisions to victims of sexual assault. Act as a victim advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient sexual assault victims of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain… Show more I am responsible for the organization, administration and operation of the TSASP grant which provides comprehensive and specialized service provisions to victims of sexual assault. Act as a victim advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient sexual assault victims of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain the various criminal justice procedures and outline community resources as described by tribal, state and federal ordinances. In addition, I provide holistic and cultural healing to victims of sexual assault utilizing White Bison curriculum and Menominee teachings. I also provide healing to secondary victims of trauma and sexual assault utilizing the same curriculum and teachings. More importantly I will be providing follow up and support through talking circles and groups. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

Provide service assistance and information to victims and witnesses of crime on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Act as a liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient victims and witnesses of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain the various criminal justice procedures and outline community resources as described by… Show more Provide service assistance and information to victims and witnesses of crime on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Act as a liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient victims and witnesses of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain the various criminal justice procedures and outline community resources as described by tribal, state and federal ordinances. Show less

Madison, Wisconsin Area

To create the social change necessary to end sexual violence.

Shawano, Wisconsin

Manage the entire intake process with preparation of materials, registering guests, performing background checks, completing searches of guests and belongings and addressing questions and/or concerns of guests. Manage the Steps to Success Program for guests. Supervise volunteers and assign tasks as needed while maintaining the confidentiality and safety of all guests in shelter.

Shawano, Wi

I oversee guest intake, including guest agreements, room assignments, as well as guiding evening volunteers. I make sure all guests and evening volunteers are following policies and procedures for SAM's House. I also meet with guests to work on their Steps to Success tasks with case management.

Shawano, Wisconsin

Serves as supervisor of SAM's House in the absence of the Operations Coordinator, the emergency contact person when SAM's House is open and is in charge of SAM's House key functions such as; administrative duties (keeps track of the guest registration logs, oversees data collection to meet reporting requirements, monitors all costs associated with SAM's House and ensures that key elements are appropriately tracked), guest care, staffing and ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, trained… Show more Serves as supervisor of SAM's House in the absence of the Operations Coordinator, the emergency contact person when SAM's House is open and is in charge of SAM's House key functions such as; administrative duties (keeps track of the guest registration logs, oversees data collection to meet reporting requirements, monitors all costs associated with SAM's House and ensures that key elements are appropriately tracked), guest care, staffing and ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, trained, oriented, scheduled and supported. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

I provide children's programming to shelter residents and outreach clients. I assess and evaluate families through the use of case history, interview and observation. I provide individual and group counseling services to assist children and their families in achieving a more cohesive bonding relationship and healing. I provide crisis intervention to families who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault with an emphasis on our secondary trauma victims, the children. In addition I am… Show more I provide children's programming to shelter residents and outreach clients. I assess and evaluate families through the use of case history, interview and observation. I provide individual and group counseling services to assist children and their families in achieving a more cohesive bonding relationship and healing. I provide crisis intervention to families who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault with an emphasis on our secondary trauma victims, the children. In addition I am a SANE advocate in collaboration with Safe Haven. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

I assess and evaluate individuals situations through the use of case history, interview and observation. I provide individual and/or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment. I provide crisis intervention to victims of sexual assault and maintain a system of outreach advocacy and referral for support services for clients and their families. I also provide community education and prevention… Show more I assess and evaluate individuals situations through the use of case history, interview and observation. I provide individual and/or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment. I provide crisis intervention to victims of sexual assault and maintain a system of outreach advocacy and referral for support services for clients and their families. I also provide community education and prevention programming on sexual assault. In addition, I am a SANE advocate in collaboration with Safe Haven. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

I am responsible for the organization, administration and operation of the Recovery Team which provides comprehensive and specialized service provisions to victims of sexual assault. Act as a victim advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient sexual assault victims of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court… Show more I am responsible for the organization, administration and operation of the Recovery Team which provides comprehensive and specialized service provisions to victims of sexual assault. Act as a victim advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient sexual assault victims of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain the various criminal justice procedures and outline community resources as described by tribal, state and federal ordinances. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

I work exclusively with youth on the issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and teen dating violence. I work with the Menominee Indian High School drum group, Young Chiefs, on mentorship and starting a youth group. Act as a youth advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient victims of sexual assault, domestic violence… Show more I work exclusively with youth on the issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and teen dating violence. I work with the Menominee Indian High School drum group, Young Chiefs, on mentorship and starting a youth group. Act as a youth advocate and liaison to coordinate assistance between the Tribal Government, the County Government and the US Attorneys Office of the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the FBI. I am responsible to orient victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and teen dating violence of their rights, prepare victims and witnesses to testify in court, explain the various criminal justice procedures and outline community resources as described by tribal, state and federal ordinances. Show less

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin

I work with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault while providing advocacy and supportive services. I provide crisis intervention and/or crisis counseling to victims. I assess upon intake and evaluate the individuals situation and provide for their basic needs. I am also a SANE advocate in conjunction with Safe Haven.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Behavioral Sciences

Office Technician Program