National Safety Specialist

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Phoenix, AZtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
REQ-026324

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
** Language Requirements:
** Must be fluent in Spanish and English.
** Academic Req:
** Required – bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services;
Preferred – master’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services
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* Certifications:

** First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
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* Work experience:

** Required – At least three (3) years of progressive employment experience in the fields that demonstrate case management experience, as well as child welfare experience working with immigrant populations
** Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
*** Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that apply to this position.
* Identify trends and training needs and develop training with the Mental Health Specialist and National Safety Officer.
* In consultation with the National Safety Officer and Mental Health Specialist, make decisions affecting the safety and permanence of children served and guide the national team.
* Monitor cases to ensure staff engage each child and the family/sponsor in the caseload.
* Monitor cases to ensure that children progress toward risk reduction and achieve treatment goals and positive case outcomes.
* Monitoring staff records, files, forms, statistics, and information in the children’s records complies with agency, federal, and state standards and requirements.
* Participate in scheduled meetings, in-service training, and team decisions.
* Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor.
* Maintain Compass Connections' professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections' employee handbook, including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members, and always complying with the required dress code.
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* Other Responsibilities:

*** Serves as part of the National Safety Team.
* Participates in case staffing with the national team, along with the National Safety Officer and Mental Health Specialist.
* Oversee all federal reporting, as it relates to Notices of Concern and significant incidents.
* Elevates all reports related to minors in crisis and ensures comprehensive safety plans are in place for all
* unaccompanied children identified.
* The safety specialist has outstanding proficiency in various aspects of operations within the Post Release and Home Study Services Program, including ensuring all external and internal reporting is completed according to federal Requirements.
* Meets all deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.
* Recommend interventions to ensure the safety of the children and families served.
** Requirements:
*** Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
* Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
* Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
* Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
* Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, and professionals.
* Work in a fast-paced environment and always maintain emotional control and professional composure.
* Organize and prioritize responsibilities and duties efficiently.
* Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
* Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
* Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.

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