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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
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
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
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Relocation package, Shift work, Monday to Friday,