Anti-Human Trafficking Case Manager

The Salvation Army; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Cincinnati, Ohio is looking for a full-time Social Worker to provide long-term case management and emergency response to victims of human trafficking. This role requires supporting victims through various services, including legal assistance, mental health care, and safe housing.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and experience with traumatic crime victims. We're looking for someone who can respond to emergencies and collaborate with other agencies in crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• Experience working with victims of human trafficking preferred.
• Experience with other traumatic crimes like domestic violence or sexual assault required.
• Willingness to uphold and support The Salvation Army’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide long-term comprehensive case management.
• Respond to 24 hour human trafficking emergencies.
• Coordinate with various agencies to support victims.

Skills

Experience working with victims of human trafficking

Crisis intervention skills

Excellent communication

Coordination with law enforcement and social services

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker in the State of Ohio

Job description

Department

Social Ministries, Anti-Human Trafficking

Reports To

Anti-Human Trafficking Manager

Supervisor

None

Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

Full-time. Must be able to respond 24/7 to human trafficking emergencies.

Function

This position is responsible for providing long-term comprehensive case management, and occasional rotating 24 hour emergency response and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Support provision of emergency response and long term comprehensive care for domestic and LPR victims of sex and labor trafficking identified in by law enforcement, as a part of the court programming with juvenile and adult court justice systems, through social service or health providers, and other identified victims.
• Provide rotating 24 hour emergency response (after hours and weekend shift coverage approximately once a month) and comprehensive case management.
• Assessment of immediate needs.
• Coordination with the Child Advocacy Center, law enforcement, Child Welfare, Juvenile Court, Off the Streets, Municipal Court, Probation Services and other systems and organizations to support the victim in leaving the trafficking situation and receiving needed services.
• Utilization of Salvation Army and other resources to ensure that the victim’s immediate needs are met, including safe temporary housing, clothing, food, medical care and mental health care.
• Development of a safety plan and a service plan in coordination with the victim.
• Provision of shelter-based/home-based case management to help the client achieve the goals outlined in the service plan. Although plans will vary based on individual needs, these activities may include but are not limited to permanent housing, legal assistance, working with law enforcement, employment, counseling, linkage to benefits.
• Maintenance of accurate and timely case notes.
• Timely completion of reports.
• Attend End Slavery Cincinnati meetings, as needed.
• Participate in other service programming, as needed.
• Complete other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. Licensed Social Worker in the State of Ohio.
• Experience working with victims of human trafficking is preferred. Experience working with victims of other traumatic crimes, such as domestic violence or sexual assault is required.
• Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
• Successfully obtain and maintain driving privileges per The Salvation Army insurance standards, including maintaining access to a personal vehicle and insurance coverage for transportation needs related to this position. Mileage reimbursement will be utilized where appropriate.
• Willingness to uphold and support The Salvation Army’s mission and ministry.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.