Trauma-Informed Child & Family Support Lead

Salt Lake County; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Lake County in Utah seeks a compassionate professional to support children and families in child abuse investigations and medical exams. You will help prepare for forensic interviews, assist families with coping strategies, and ensure a trauma-informed approach.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, detectives, caseworkers and forensic interviewers, delivering emotional support, crisis intervention kits in Spanish, and follow-up care to promote family resilience.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework in a related field or equivalent experience with youth.
• Background check including annual criminal and child abuse clearance.
• Experience in child abuse investigation or support services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation for forensic interviews and high-trauma medical exams.
• Reduce stress and distress for children and families during the process.
• Observe signs of trauma and report findings to the nurse practitioner and interviewer.
• Collaborate with detectives, caseworkers, and interviewers to advocate for the child.
• Facilitate Crime Victim Reparation applications and track status.
• Provide crisis support to visiting children and families as needed.
• Create crisis intervention kits and educational materials, including Spanish-speaking resources.
• Collect feedback from parents and victims; enter data for outcome measurement.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Trauma-informed care

Confidentiality

Professional boundaries

Problem solving

Multitasking under pressure

Calm and assertive demeanor

Independent work

Interpersonal relationships

Verbal and written communication

Education

Two years of college coursework in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, or Human Studies; or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Salt Lake County in Utah seeks a compassionate professional to support children and families in child abuse investigations and medical exams. You will help prepare for forensic interviews, assist families with coping strategies, and ensure a trauma-informed approach.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, detectives, caseworkers and forensic interviewers, delivering emotional support, crisis intervention kits in Spanish, and follow-up care to promote family resilience.