Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) Compliance Manager

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 paid days off each year

Healthcare benefits

Competitive salaries and benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Relocation reimbursement may be available

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Gurnee is seeking a Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) Compliance Manager. This role requires overseeing compliance with child welfare standards, providing necessary training, and documentation on policies. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in social services and be bilingual in English and Spanish. The position offers various benefits including paid days off, healthcare, and competitive salaries.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with child welfare standards or compliance.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Proficient in computer software including word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with ORR Policy and IFR regulations regarding sexual abuse prevention.
• Provide training and documentation on policies to staff.
• Lead staff in reporting incidents and compliance with ORR requirements.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Child developmental understanding

Good verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Database programs

Job description

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Working At NYAP

• 33 paid days off each year (11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k) and summer hours off (half‑day Fridays and work anniversary trips)
• Mileage reimbursement, phone allowance, student‑loan repayment assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Relocation reimbursement may be available for qualified candidates
• Why work with us? Exciting benefits and opportunities at NYAP!

Position Summary

The Prevention of Sexual Abuse Compliance Manager for La Jornada is responsible for the implementation, training, documentation and ongoing compliance with ORR Policy Sections 4 and 5 and the Interim Final Rule (IFR) on preventing, detecting, and responding to sexual abuse and sexual harassment; establishing a respectful and supportive workplace environment; and elevating concerns to program leadership and ORR.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies;
• Establish a respectful and supportive workplace environment that cares for people, connects communities, and promotes peace;
• Provide child‑friendly PSA orientations to children in care and oversee the implementation, training, documentation and ongoing compliance with ORR Policy and the IFR on preventing, detecting, and responding to sexual abuse and sexual harassment;
• Review grievances and grievance boxes and elevate grievances to program director for resolution;
• Actively promote a culture of safety, proactive risk management and adherence to ORR Policy/Manual of Procedure Sections 4 and 5;
• Work closely with program leadership and ORR’s PCAN Team to provide guidance, and ensure implementation of policies and procedures related to prevention, detection and response to sexual abuse (SA), sexual harassment (SH), inappropriate sexual behavior (ISB) and code of conduct violations, including maintenance of records;
• Establish communication with NYAP’s HR department for compliance with ORR background check requirements and hiring considerations stipulated in ORR Policy Section 4, prior to staff contact with minors;
• Ensure ORR and state guideline compliance for reporting Significant Incident Reports (SIRs)/Child Level Events (CLE) and provide consultation and guidance to program leadership and staff;
• Lead, provide guidance and direction to program’s SIR Review Team, clinicians, case managers and other staff in proper reporting to ORR and CPS, including conducting staff training on prevention, detection and response to SA and SH; act as direct point of contact (POC) and subject‑matter expert (SME) to program and ORR stakeholders related to ORR IFR and ORR Policy;
• Directly liaise with ORR’s PCAN Coordinator, designated program FFS, CFS, PO and ORR stakeholders to implement ORR/IFR compliance within 6 months of program facility opening;
• Support staffing plan creation and updates;
• Review SA SIRs, risk assessments and IMEs with SA/SH components and provide guidance to program;
• Complete referrals to legal service providers (LSP), child advocates and other stakeholders per ORR Policy;
• Serve as POC for ORR’s PCAN Coordinator regarding ORR Policy/IFR standards and report information to program director and PSA Review Team as needed; provide response and accountability for ORR/IFR compliance at NYAP programs and elevate concerns to national director of operations;
• Ensure programs follow proper ORR policy related to third‑party reporting and maintain privacy/confidentiality of information;
• Collect, assemble, prepare, present and submit all documentation required for ORR and IFR audits and work closely with FFS/PO monitors and IFR auditors in responding and complying with document requests and corrective action plans (CAPs); directly attend, participate in required ORR/IFR audits and monitoring visits;
• Participate in program staffing as POC on issues related to case reports of SA/SH/ISB and respond to all ORR and PSA coordinator requests, including monitoring requests by FFS/CFS;
• Compile data, create and generate reports for PCAN and other ORR and state stakeholders as necessary; create, maintain, update and ensure compliance with ORR PSA bulletin boards, staffing plans, video‑monitoring requirements and update documentation; provide PSA orientations when needed;
• Participate as SME during incident review team meetings, create and update NYAP PSA guidelines and ORR/IFR documentation, maintain all records for ORR/IFR audit purposes;
• Participate in public appearances and presentations as requested and work collaboratively with other NYAP programs and staff throughout the organization;
• Initiate referrals to the Office of Trafficking in Persons (OTIP), LSP, child advocates and other stakeholders;
• Assist in developing PSA‑related child‑friendly materials and maintain up‑to‑date posters and materials required by ORR/PCAN or other stakeholders;
• Collaborate with continuous quality improvement efforts to assure that service quality and reporting meet contract requirements;
• Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, or social services fields
• At least one year of experience working with child welfare standards, best practices, or quality assurance or compliance
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
• Bilingual (English/Spanish). Fluency in Spanish is required
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/300,000 bodily liability coverage
• 21 years of age, valid state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle and a good driving record

Other Skills/Requirements

• Some travel is required
• Open and willing to work non‑traditional work hours and on‑call responsibilities
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Possess good verbal, listening, and written communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible and non‑traditional hours with the possibility of being on call on nights and weekends, in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Compassionate attitude and strong understanding of child development
• Nurturing teaching approach

Physical Demands

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying
• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Who we are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978, and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever‑changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out‑of‑Home Placement, and Reunification/Permanency. We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Individual and Family Services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.