Trauma-Informed Family Advocate & MDT Coordinator

Service Core; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is seeking a Family Advocate to serve as the central point of contact for youth identified by first responders and ensure their smooth entry into trauma-informed support systems.

You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, facilitate MDT meetings, and advocate throughout intake to resolution, while keeping clients informed about their rights and the criminal justice process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must complete 40 hours of core training; 30 hours every two years thereafter.
• Ability to navigate victim services software; proficient with MS Office and Google products.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention to youth and families affected by sexual assault, abuse, and trafficking.
• Follow cases from intake to resolution with consistent advocacy.
• Educate clients about the criminal justice system and their rights; provide updates on case status.
• Assist with Victims of Crime Compensation applications and VINE registration.
• Serve as liaison between families, hospital, RCCC, law enforcement, and court personnel.
• Maintain confidential records to meet grant and agency requirements.
• Track demographics and service data for program evaluation.
• Coordinate MDT meetings and multidisciplinary team members.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to strengthen survivor support networks.
• Participate in prevention activities for high-risk individuals.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Empathy

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or a human service field

Tools

Victim services software

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Google Workspace

Job description

Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is seeking a Family Advocate to serve as the central point of contact for youth identified by first responders and ensure their smooth entry into trauma-informed support systems.

You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, facilitate MDT meetings, and advocate throughout intake to resolution, while keeping clients informed about their rights and the criminal justice process.