Task Force Coordinator

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

City Mission

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Stop-It Task Force Coordinator

LOCATION/DEPT: City Mission

PEOPLE MANAGER: No

REPORTS TO (TITLE): STOP-IT Program Manager

FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt

STATUS TYPE: RFT

PAY GRADE: 204

PAY RANGE: $19.83 TO $23.79

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors.

DEPARTMENT MISSION

To assist in accomplishing the mission of The Salvation Army through the coordination of all mission activities, corps and social service, within the City of Chicago.

JOB SUMMARY

• Provides outreach activities focused on victims of human trafficking within the guidelines of the World Health Organization's (WHO) Ten Guiding Principles.
• Outreach activities will result in
  
  
  
  • 1) establish a trusting relationship with potential trafficking victims, 2) build victim-identity, and 3) assist them to construct a safe, realistic, and culturally-sensitive plan to leave trafficking, and 4) assist them to create a safe, realistic plan for sustaining life after exit by providing comprehensive case management. Carry out functions that result in achieving expected outcomes as identified in the STOP-IT Program Plan. Special functions may be assigned.
  
  
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinates, as assigned by the STOP-IT Program Manager, The Cook County Human Trafficking Task Force, ensuring that program objectives are met as outlined by the Enhanced Collaborative model grant. Including but not limited to specific grant outcome reporting measurements, quarterly and biannual reports per guidelines.
2. Coordinates all task force activities for the Cook County Human Trafficking Task Force Steering Committee and all subcommittees. Including the planning and coordination of events, meetings, and subcommittee structures currently in place. Maintains minutes, correspondence with potential new members, and updates task force website regularly.
3. Maintains the STOP-IT 24/hour hotline on assigned day(s) per week, or as assigned to assist with gaps in coverage.
4. Attends the STOP-IT drop-in as assigned to assist with gaps in coverage.
5. Assists with all task force communication on social media, through email correspondence, and in person on behalf of and in coordination with task force leadership.
6. Provides support to the STOP-IT team by assisting with the following tasks including, but not limited to: training, education/awareness events, and program-specific strategic planning around task force activities.

INTRA AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Studies agency policies, procedures, and programs. May contribute ideas and suggestions for change to Director with the knowledge/participation of the immediate supervisor.
2. Performs special administrative assignments or duties as may be delegated.
3. Attends agency's general, professional, training and consultation meetings. Presents case related information for learning purposes.
4. When necessary, may be asked to perform certain record keeping functions such as typing case notes/recording, filing case records, etc. Takes initiative in maintaining smooth functioning of office which may include answering phone calls, taking messages, opening and closing office, etc.
5. May be assigned to perform services in conjunction with Corps Community Centers, Disaster Services and other Salvation Army programs.
6. Participates in bi-weekly supervisory conferences with the supervisor to discuss current projects and upcoming events. Attends office peer supervision group.
7. Participates on agency committees as assigned.

Community Relations

1. Attends schools, other agency meetings, working groups and/or court hearings as appropriate.
2. Participates in networking with community groups or activities dealing with the social problems of individuals or families.
3. Provides community specific trainings to groups such as law enforcement, medical providers, social service provides and other appropriate community groups.
4. Participates in community planning and/or organizing activities related to the problems designated as relevant to the agency's objectives. May assess community needs for the agency's services and collaborate in the development of recommended plans for meeting these needs. This should be done with the knowledge and consent of the supervisor.

Continuing Education

1. With the supervisor's knowledge, participates in professional seminars, conferences and workshops to increase professional knowledge and secure licensure.
2. Remains abreast of new developments in the social work field and consults with the supervisor on their effectiveness and relevancy to clients' needs.
3. Participates in quarterly booster training sessions as evidenced by staff sign-in sheets.

Other Duties

1. All other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• MSW is preferred, but a major in human services is acceptable.
• Previous experience in multidisciplinary coordination is preferred.
• Secures and maintains an LSW/LCSW licensure when eligible.
• Driver's license, MVR clearance and a working, appropriately insured automobile preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• An excellent attention to detail, procedures, processes and policies.
• Ability to maintain and project a problem solving approach in case situations with clients and inter/intra agency personnel.
• An ability to work with confidential material.
• Willing to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.

JOB LIMITATIONS

• This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
• This individual will keep the Program Manager informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
• This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is required to do light physical work.
• In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• The employee is regularly required to use standard office equipment and PC.
• The work environment for this position includes a client service environment with a moderate to loud noise level.
• Willingness to perform off-site activities which could include home visits, work within schools or within community agencies. This position may be required to drive a motor vehicle, read road maps, and understand directions.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a positive manner; courteous treatment of staff, clients and visitors; respect of others' property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors and subordinates. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.

COMPETENCIES

• An interpersonal style that is service oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of clients.
• A flexible style that also displays a willingness to learn.
• A communication style that exhibits the principles and values of The Salvation Army, communicates information appropriately, as well as fostering team relationships.
• A developing knowledge of the principles of social work, counseling, and case management.
• An understanding of data management, procedure development and flow of information.
• A developing knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace.
• Must be sensitive to and work appropriately with culturally and socio-economically diverse client populations.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved as well as the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.
• Conducts trafficking training with key community personnel each month as evidenced by attendee sign-in sheets.
• Conducts public awareness activities in key locations each month as evidenced by documentation.
• Worker will be trained in CISM treatment and will be available to provide critical incident services on an as-needed basis.
• Coordinates task force subcommittee meetings monthly/bi-monthly and core team/steering committee meetings quarterly, as evidenced by meeting sign-ins and minutes.
• A 30, 60, and 90-day performance review will be conducted.