Triage Specialist (Part-time)

Child Saving Institute • Omaha, NE

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Child Saving Institute (CSI) is looking for a Triage Specialist to join their team. This role is essential for supervising and caring for children and teens at the Triage Center, gathering safety and placement information, and facilitating medical exams and forensic interviews as appropriate. The Triage Specialist will ensure children feel safe and supported while collaborating with community partners to advocate for their best interests. CSI is a mission-driven organization that champions children and families by providing the mental, emotional, and physical spaces they need to feel empowered and to thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred
• A minimum of one year experience with at-risk families preferred
• Knowledge and skills in: Child welfare issues and services and the processes of advocating for families and children within the system
• Knowledge and skills in: The needs of neglected, abused and exploited children; and Child development
• Ability to analyze and make recommendations regarding individual and (frequently simultaneously) to analyze and apply larger, systemic issues
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to interact with clients with sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics in the service population
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret forms, documents, evaluations and procedure manuals
• Own transportation that meets agency vehicle inspection requirements
• Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 points
• Proof of insurance that meets agency requirements
• Ability to complete a defensive driver course

Nice To Haves

• Someone who has a positive and reliable work ethic
• Holds experience working with children and families
• Can supervise and care for children awaiting placement
• Can coordinate and advocate for the safety and well-being of children

Responsibilities

• Supervising and caring for children and teens at the Triage Center
• Gathering safety and placement information
• Facilitating medical exams and forensic interviews as appropriate
• Ensuring children feel safe and supported
• Collaborating with community partners to advocate for their best interests
• Provide on-call coverage in the Triage Center
• Make independent decisions and act accordingly or with minimal support from supervisor
• Work autonomously and make appropriate decisions in crisis situations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation and sick accruals
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) matching up to 5%, fully vested right away
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level