MDT Coordinator - SMCAC - Gulfport, MS
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Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi's most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children's behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:Thevoiceof our children and families always comes firstRelationshipsmatter and our differences make us strongerWe take greatjoyin service to othersOur families and communities deserves ourvery bestCanopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the third consecutive year, and is one of only seven companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2023-2024. Canopy's employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.MDT Coordinator - Position OverviewThe Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Coordinator works closely with Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services (CPS), the District Attorney's office, medical professionals, mental health professionals, victim advocates, probation and various other professionals who may be involved during the course of child abuse/neglect investigation.The MDT Coordinator's primary responsibility is to review and document the receipt of CPS State Wide Intake (SWI) notifications. Once documented, the SWI notifications are screened to determine which cases meet the criterion warranting CAC involvement.The MDT Coordinator is responsible for coordinating efforts between Law Enforcement and Child Protective Services to schedule forensic interviews of children as needed.Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining current case disposition information on all CAC cases and documenting case progression throughout the civil and criminal justice system response.Job Responsibilities :Work closely with the local law enforcement and Child Protective Services (CPS) to facilitate the coordination of investigations and the scheduling of forensic interviews needed through the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) in response to allegations of child abuse and neglect.Receive, review and document the receipt of Statewide Intake Notifications from CPS intake reports for George, Greene, Harrison, Jackson and Stone Counties.Document each report on an Excel spreadsheet with the case number, allegations, date and time reported, forensic interview, etc.Identify Statewide Intake Notifications that involve allegations or concerns within the parameters of the CAC working protocols criteria for case involvement.To make contact with the appropriate CPS Supervisor and staff cases, receive caseworker assignments and make contact with CPS Investigator to schedule forensic interview, as needed.To make contact with appropriate law enforcement organization/detective for each Statewide Intake Notifications (appropriately) to facilitate the scheduling of forensic interview(s) and to provide respective CPS Investigator contact information.Make a report with law enforcement based on the allegations in CPS intake, as needed.Complete forensic interview request form based on information provided in the CPS Intake and the agreed upon date and time of forensic interview scheduled by law enforcement/ CPS.Email the completed forensic interview request form to the appropriate MDT investigations team within 24 hours of the scheduled forensic interview.Prepare and distribute agendas for the Multidisciplinary Team, summarize the decisions and action plans of the Multidisciplinary Team, update and maintain the case tracking system and provided statistical data as requested.To earn the respect of the Multidisciplinary Team and foster open and positive relationships with law enforcement, Child Protective Services and the district attorney's office while promoting best practices for child abuse investigation and treatment.To promote communication, coordination and accountability across organization lines.Model facilitation skills for the Multidisciplinary Teams without driving the outcomes and keeping the process focused on solutions.Work closely with members of the Multidisciplinary Teams to address issues as they arise and resolve conflict.Promote the utilization of the Children's Advocacy Center program in accordance with team protocols.To be familiar with National Children's Alliance (NCA) Standards for Accreditation for the Multidisciplinary Team and case review and provide leadership in maintaining the standards.Oversee development of MDT protocol that meets accreditation standards set by NCA.To attend relevant training and stay current on emerging issues and trends related to the identifying, reporting, investigating, prosecuting and treating child abuse and neglect.To work with the CAC Program Director in preparing monthly statistical reports, annual reports and assisting with other program and grant reports as requested.Required Qualifications :A Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, human services, criminal justice or related field required.The employee will also be expected to complete additional training to obtain specific knowledge on multidisciplinary team coordination and facilitation.Two years of professional experience working with children and families who have either experienced or witnessed trauma and/or two years of professional experience in working with the criminal justice or child welfare system required.Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business. Moderate travel is required.Candidates must meet the basic requirements of passing a criminal history background check.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)