Child Protect Family Advocate

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Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

8:00 AM

Shift End Time

4:30 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

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Job Description

Provides support, advocacy, and case management to child abuse victims and their families through the provision, coordination, and collaboration of internal and external services and resources.

Experience

• 2 years of experience in human services case management and/or advocacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the field of child protection, criminal justice/law enforcement, healthcare, mental health, or social services

Education

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited school

Certification Summary

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional knowledge of child abuse and neglect
• Demonstrated professional knowledge of child abuse
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with families in crisis
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Strong oral and written skills

Job Responsibilities

• Assesses family needs and ensure appropriate linkage and to community resources.
• Schedules and coordinates all forensic interviews.
• Facilitates pre/post conferences for all forensic interviews.
• Engages in follow-up communication with families and other partner agencies, e.g., law enforcement and the Division of Family and Children Services.
• Documents case activity related to family contact and agency intervention in a complete and concise manner in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)and state case tracking systems.
• Coordinates communication and forensic interview participation with the Division of Family and Children Services.
• Assists families in completing and submitting claims for victim services and benefits, e.g., reimbursement for medical and mental health services, lost income/wages.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date resource and referral information.
• Participates in staff meetings, case reviews, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Responsible for assisting with the Child Protection Intake Coordinator as follows: responds to intake calls (suspected abuse inquires) for the Center for Safe and Healthy Children; provides accurate and detailed documentation of suspected abuse history, utilizing the intake form; determines level of service needed utilizing program protocols, scheduling appointments, and providing the caretaker with a detailed explanation of next steps and expectations.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

975 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Family Support