.Clinical Programs Coord II - Child Protection Team - Tallahassee Apply now Job no: 532616Work type: Staff Full-TimeLocation: LeonCategories: Health Care Administration/SupportDepartment: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE Classification Title: Clinical Programs Coord II Job Description: Provides highly skilled forensic interviews of child victims of suspected abuse, siblings of victims, or witnesses of abuse, family violence, or other crimes.
Obtains medical and psychosocial information regarding active investigations of suspected child maltreatment and develops recommendations for the immediate needs of the child and family, as well as the long-term needs and safety of the child.
Follows the child through the process of intake, interview, and medical exams and coordinates case activities, working closely with the Florida Department of Children & Families, local law enforcement, and the State Attorney's Office, to facilitate communication between organizations responsible for the investigation of child abuse allegations.
Participates in 24-hour rotation on-call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Completes comprehensive, written assessments and submits reports to the protective investigators within the time frames consistent with program requirements and best practices.
Will host, organize, lead, and summarize Multidisciplinary Team staffing, coordinating client services and referrals to community agencies.
Provides depositions and expert witness in criminal and dependency court proceedings as required.
Salary: $55,000 to $64,000 annually depending on education and experience.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, or another behavioral science.
Two years of experience working with children and families.
One year of experience involving working with abused and neglected children.
Twenty (20) hours of continuing education is required per year during employment in this job.
Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle required.
Special Instructions to Applicants: This is a time-limited position.
Time-limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.
Background Check is Required.
To be considered, you must upload your Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and 3 References.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.M. (ET) of the posting end date.
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer