Child Advocacy Center Service Coordinator - Child Advocacy (Helena, MT)

Description

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a service coordinator.

The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.

Responsibilities:

• Meets with the non-offending caregiver(s) while the child is being interviewed at the CAC;  
• Provides general information about the criminal justice process, the child protective services process, the functions of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), educates the non-offending caregivers on the dynamics of abuse and provides information and treatment referrals as needed;
• Provides education and information to the victim and to the non-offending caregiver including information about the forensic interview process;
• Ensures timely coordination of forensic interviews for children and families;
• Conducts forensic interviews of child victims of crime;
• Attends quarterly peer review for active CAC forensic interviewers;
• Testifies in court;
• Shares information with the MDT as needed to ensure continuity of care;
• Coordinates with the CAC Director and the assigned investigator to schedule a medical examination for the victim before the child and non-offending caregiver leave the CAC;
• Provides the non-offending caregiver with Crime Victim Rights Information, Crime Victim Compensation information and forms and helps them complete the paperwork as needed;
• Conducts follow-up contact with the victim and/or non-offending caregiver at minimum intervals of 1-week post-interview, 6 weeks post-interview, and 12 weeks post-interview. They then communicate with the Child Protection Specialist and/or law enforcement about the status of the child;
• Remains available to the non-offending caregiver as a liaison to the MDT. The CAC Service Coordinator may assist with providing information to the victim and non-offending caregiver(s) regarding the alleged perpetrator interrogation, criminal charges, court preparation, educational resources and/or any other general information;
• May respond to the local emergency room when a child presents there for an acute rape;
• Assists County Attorney’s office and/or the designated deputy county attorney with additional services for cases that include child victims of crime as necessary;
• Provides back-up for the CAC Director when the Director is unavailable. This may include coordinating forensic interviews and addressing issues that arise on the MDT;
• Participates in monthly MDT and case review meetings;
• Assists the CAC director with coordinating and facilitating meetings and case reviews, community outreach and education, date input, as well as meeting grant and accredidation requirements; 
• Court support or preparation for the child victim;
• Assistance with victim impact statements;
• Assistance with access to services such as protective orders, housing, public assistance, domestic violence intervention, and transportation.

Requirements

Talents, skills, and abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social work, Psychology, or similar human services field;
• A minimum of five (5) years of direct work experience;
• Familiarity with local human service agencies and how agencies impact child victims and their families, as well as Montana’s child welfare systems;
• Ability to work independently, have a strong, positive interpersonal relationship skills, proficient verbal and writing skills and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Benefits:

AWARE proudly offers an excellent benefits package, uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, professional growth, and achieving financial security. AWARE’s benefits include:

· Annual raises

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Health Insurance

· Dental/Vision Insurance

· 401(k) with company match

· Life Insurance

· Wellness programs

· Generous paid time off

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $24 - $26