Bilingual Police Liaison – Pawtucket

SALARY RANGE: $20.00 - $24.87 Hourly  

Summary: Join an expanding, award-winning team that partners with law enforcement to provide on-scene crisis intervention, emergency screening and triage, information, emotional support, Spanish interpretation, and referral for victims of crime and residents behavioral health crisis who become known to law enforcement, with a special focus on responding to incidents involving individuals and families exposed to victimization and trauma in the community. Provides follow up support and resources for assistance with the criminal justice system, trauma-informed behavioral health treatment, and access to basic needs, treatment, and government benefits. 

Qualifications:  

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human development, Criminal Justice, psychology preferred. 
• Experience working with law enforcement strongly preferred. 
• Behavioral health-oriented, with case management experience. 
• Prior experience working with trauma victims preferred. 
• Excellent crisis management and intervention skills. 
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Possession of valid drivers’ license, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance. 
• English/Spanish verbal and written bilingual skills required. 
• Ability to utilize a computer, the internet, and Electronic Medical Record to complete documentation. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to take initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team. 
• Knowledge of Central Falls/Pawtucket communities highly preferred. 
• Second shift work required. 
• Ability to undergo a background check with Pawtucket Police required. 
• Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay. 

Physical Requirements: This position co-locates at the Pawtucket Police Department and may require community visits. Employees in this position must have the ability to: 

• Travel to and from community locations and office sites, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators. 

• Ability to lift up to 20lbs. 

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 

• Able to be flexible in providing coverage to any Go Team partnerships as needed and requested 

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today! 

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org  
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