Central Falls Go Team Bilingual Police Liaison

POSITION TITLE: Central Falls Go Team Bilingual Police Liaison

PROGRAM: State Go Team

LOCATION: Providence, RI FULL TIME Full Time SALARY RANGE: $22.00 - $27.35 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 treatment, and access to basic needs, treatment, and government benefits.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, mental health, criminal justice or related field required.

· Experience working with law enforcement strongly 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 community highly preferred.

· Prior experience working with trauma victims preferred.

· Second shift work required.

· Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.

· Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Physical Requirements: This position co-locates at the Central Falls 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.

I certify that I have read, understand and am willing and qualified to perform the duties of the Central Falls Police Liaison.

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