MDT Specialist

To provide coordination and leadership to the members of the Valencia County Multi-Disciplinary Team and support families at the VSS Child Advocacy Center. The coordination of these services will contribute to the following outcomes:

· Ensure that prompt and appropriate actions are taken to assure the safety of the child victims, and to reduce the trauma of the victimization for the child.

· Minimize the number of required interviews for the child victim.

· Facilitate recommended medical and mental health services.

· Coordinate efforts in order to eliminate duplication of services

· Increase the likelihood of successful prosecution of offenders.

· Provide support for non-offending parents in order to enhance their ability to protect and care for their children.

· Promote policies, practices and procedures that are culturally sensitive.

Qualifications:

· AA (or working towards) in Human Service field and any combination of education and training with the target population or 2 years relevant experience in human service related field, team facilitation, problem solving and conflict resolution, and working knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of child abuse/neglect and family violence. Bilingual strongly preferred.

· Experience working with diverse populations.

· Must be 21 years of age or older.

· Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Be part of a team.

· Must be able to complete all required NMCSAP/NMCADV/NMCSVANW/CVRC/CYFD training before assisting survivors

· Maintains good physical and emotional well-being.

· Demonstrates personal qualities such as good judgment, responsibility, and an ability to relate effectively with clients and family members.

· Must be able to pass a background check.

Primary responsibilities include:

· Screen and triage referrals to the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).

· Compile and Maintain Case Record/Information

· Schedule/Facilitate and Coordinate Team Meetings

· Provide ongoing case coordination and care and support to all MDT members.

· Develop/Implement Policies/Procedures

· Identify Needs and Coordinate Training Activities

· Educate the community regarding the MDT and recruit and onboard new team members as appropriate.

· Lead members to prepare and implement for accreditation.

· Provide advocacy and Support to families at the VSS Child Advocacy Center.

· Other duties to be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• human services: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Lunas, NM (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20