Clinician, Trauma Response Assessment and Coordination (TRAC) Grant

Job Overview:

The Trauma Response Assessment and Coordination team is looking for a Bachelor's degree Clinician-Emergency Room Domestic Violence Liaison (ERDVL) who specializes in domestic violence to join our growing team!

The Clinician-ERDVL will provide direct safety planning, case management, support services and advocacy for victims of crime who present to the emergency room, referred by the community, or in the office. The position is community-based and office-based. Travel will be required to provide support to patients in need.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related mental health discipline
• Reliable transportation
• Driver's license in good standing

• Trauma-informed and knowledgeable about resources for victims

• Commitment to working with clients impacted by violence with compassion and empathy for underserved populations

• Knowledge and understanding of urban issues, hospital procedures, community resources

• Ability to be a self-starter, take initiative and work independently, when necessary

• Strong time and task-management skills

• Computer literacy; experience with Microsoft Office products

Preferred:

• Certification in Domestic Violence
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• 2 years of experience in domestic violence services, or equivalent
• 1-2 years providing case management and/or clinical services in a fast-paced environment
• Clinical experience working with behavioral health population, crisis intervention, and case management in a hospital setting

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm; 1 shift a week 7am-3pm Tuesday or Thursday
• FT

Essential Functions:

• Provide intensive case-management, advocacy, and support to victims of violence for medical mental health treatment, social service supports, financial assistance, victim services, linkage to criminal/civil legal advocacy, and transportation services
• Following up on these services and referrals is a primary responsibility of this position
• Assist with DV safety planning for victim and provide direct advocacy, community networking and referral
• Safety planning will include victim families if safe and appropriate
• Help identify and address gaps and barriers that trauma victims face following emergency room visits and provide direct assistance in linking victims to overcome barriers
• Maintain close and regular follow-up contact with clients through office appointments, home/community visits, and telephone contact
• Assess Emergency Department patients for TRAC eligibility engage potential client s bedside, in the community, in the office, and telephonically for full evaluation of needs and safety planning
• Provides hands-on support, as needed, to provide support to patient which can include meeting patients in the community
• Conduct TRAC intake interviews assessments, create and manage service plans, update as needed
• Provide trauma and domestic violence training to Trinitas team around safety, confidentiality, and particular needs of domestic violence victims
• Model best practices in working with families in domestic violence situations
• Model collaboration and cross systems advocacy to strengthen community partnerships and enable a coordinated community-teamed response for victims of crime who utilize emergency room services
• Maintains contact with community agencies to coordinate access to and delivery of services
• Completes necessary reporting requirements for all program areas by assisting in reporting of statistics and in preparation of reports
• Vets community agencies to build community supports related to client's needs
• Maintain compliance with all organizational policies and procedures
• Attends staff meetings, workshops, trainings, and supervision
• Attends community events as needed
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.