Bilingual Police Liaison

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•Providence, RI

3d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing on-scene crisis intervention, emergency screening and triage, information, emotional support, language support, and referral in collaboration with law enforcement to individuals, children/youth and families exposed to victimization and trauma in the community. Provide appropriate follow up support and resources for assistance with the criminal justice system, trauma treatment, and access to basic needs, treatment, and government benefits.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Criminal justice or related field preferred.
Experience working with law enforcement strongly preferred.
Excellent crisis management and intervention skills.
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Possession of valid drivers’ license, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance.
Bilingual English/Spanish required.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to take initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Providence community and RI state wide resources highly preferred.
Prior experience working with trauma victims preferred.

Responsibilities

providing on-scene crisis intervention
emergency screening and triage
information
emotional support
language support
referral in collaboration with law enforcement
Provide appropriate follow up support and resources for assistance with the criminal justice system
trauma treatment
access to basic needs, treatment, and government benefits