Multidisciplinary Team & Community Response Coordinator

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center•Lincoln, NE

11h•Onsite

About The Position

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center is seeking a relationship-focused, organized, and mission-driven Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) & Community Response Coordinator. This role is crucial for connecting BraveBe with professionals who respond to child abuse across a 17-county service area. The coordinator will facilitate collaboration between law enforcement, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS), county attorneys, social service agencies, medical and mental health professionals, and other community partners. The position involves case coordination, relationship building, meeting facilitation, community outreach, training coordination, and systems support, ensuring professionals have the necessary communication, structure, and resources to work effectively for children and families. BraveBe offers a mission-driven, collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented workplace culture, recognized as one of Lincoln’s Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, criminal justice, or a related field required.
At least two years of professional experience working with children and families who have experienced or witnessed trauma.
At least two years of professional experience working with the criminal justice or child welfare system as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Strong communication, organization, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with professionals representing multiple disciplines and agencies.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion while remaining focused on collaboration and team process.
A genuine commitment to child safety, family well-being, and BraveBe’s mission.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience designing and facilitating professional training opportunities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Multidisciplinary Responses: Review accepted reports of child abuse and neglect, coordinate appropriate MDT responses, and work with law enforcement and NDHHS for child advocacy center responses. Connect assigned multidisciplinary team members with BraveBe and promote utilization of services. Facilitate multidisciplinary investigative and treatment team case reviews with county attorneys and partner agencies. Participate in case reviews for active child abuse investigations, DHHS non-court-involved cases, and community referrals. Provide support and guidance through BraveBe’s response phone system.
Facilitate Collaboration & Communication: Prepare and distribute MDT meeting agendas and minutes. Summarize and communicate MDT decisions, action plans, and follow-up items. Facilitate MDT meetings in a solution-focused manner, promoting effective communication, coordination, and accountability among partner agencies. Help MDTs address challenges and resolve conflicts. Provide opportunities for MDT members to share feedback. Foster positive, professional relationships with community partners.
Support Strong Systems & Best Practices: Maintain accurate case tracking systems and provide statistical information. Maintain and update written interagency agreements and MDT protocols in accordance with National Children’s Alliance Standards. Ensure agreements and protocols are reviewed and updated. Promote best practices related to child abuse investigation, prosecution, treatment, and services.
Strengthen Community Partnerships & Education: Conduct community outreach to increase awareness and access to BraveBe services. Collaborate with the Director of Training & Community Engagement to provide or coordinate training and educational opportunities. Support education related to child abuse awareness, prevention, investigation, prosecution, and treatment. Strengthen professional relationships and collaboration throughout BraveBe’s service area.