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Minnesota is a national leader in its work to legislatively mandate programs and services for sexuallyexploited youth under the age of24.
SWR’s navigatorwill leadMN’s northcentralregion in ensuringthis person will serve as the main advocate and liaison for any referrals of sexually exploited youth in the region and will also work with the Statewide Safe Harbor Director to develop protocols, train professionals and community members on the issue, and develop a system of coordinated care in the region.Responsible for implementing the Safe Harbor Law/No Wrong Door Model inthe region byimproving community capacity toidentifysexually exploited youth (age 18 and younger), increasing effective services and outcomes for sexually exploited youth, and enhancing coordination between systems of care for sexually exploited youth.
Conduct screening and needs assessment for youth victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking in cooperation withsystemsprofessions and advocates.
Provide initial case management, including safety plans, in collaboration with advocates and systems professionals and provide referrals for ongoing case management.
Develop trauma-centered service plans for youth victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking.
Research,locate, and connect with organizations (service providers, faith-based groups, etc.) and agencies (law enforcement, county government, county attorneys, etc.) to educate and coordinate systems of care for sexually exploited youth.
Participate in data collection and the evaluation of the No Wrong Door projectas prescribed byMinnesotaDepartment of Health.
Prefer B.A. in psychology, human services, criminaljusticeor related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 4 years may be substituted.Minimum required A.A. in psychology, human services, criminaljusticeor related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 2 years may be substituted.
The ability to follow strict guidelines tomaintainclient confidentiality.
The ability to work flexible hours when necessary and be able to beon callas needed for the position.
Mustpossessa valid Minnesota driver’s license and own working vehicle.Must have andmaintaina clean driving record.