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JOB SUMMARY

The Human Trafficking Specialist is responsible for providing trauma-informed, survivor -centered therapy, support groups, and legal advocacy to primary and secondary survivors of human trafficking based on the empowerment philosophy. The Human Trafficking Specialist serves in a dual position to provide therapy services along with court accompaniment, assistance with applying for Personal Protection Orders, and referrals for attorney assistance.

KEY DUTIES

Support individuals from a strengths-based perspective in setting self-determined goals for therapy and provide trauma-informed therapy to adults and children. Assist with safety strategies and provide psychoeducation on human trafficking, dating violence, and domestic violence based on trauma history. Provide legal advocacy services including court accompaniment, assistance with applying for Personal Protection Orders, referrals for attorney assistance, and information about court processes. Assist with human trafficking operations through the Standing Against Trafficking project in coordination with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Pottawatomi Tribal Police. Attend presentations with Prevention Educator to provide support and follow-up to attendees seeking support regarding exposure to human trafficking. Provide relevant resources, referrals, and advocacy as requested. Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing mental health crises. Meet clients at agreed upon public locations for therapy and crisis response. Facilitate group counseling and workshops. Maintain client files and enter data/client activities in agency database . Attend outreach and awareness events to represent the agency and provide information on services available for survivors. Assist with training staff and volunteers. Attend weekly program and staff meetings. All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

Master's degree in social work or counseling and limited licensure in the State of Michigan required. Experience working with individuals exposed to trauma and crisis intervention skills preferred. Investment in the empowerment philosophy required. Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn agency database. Ability to work as a team, adaptability, flexibility and dependability. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. S.A.F.E. Place is an at-will employer.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Battle Creek, MI 49017