Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center · 2 months ago
Associate Director of Multidisciplinary Response
Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$75K/yr - $78K/yr
5+ years expDee Norton Child Advocacy Center is focused on providing a multidisciplinary response to complex cases involving behavioral health crises and trauma. The Associate Director of Multidisciplinary Response will oversee teams of diverse professionals to ensure coordinated and client-centered responses, while fostering interagency collaboration and developing response protocols.
AdvocacyHealth CareMental Health
Hiring Manager
Melonie Geddes
Responsibilities
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of multidisciplinary response programs and services
Lead the establishment and refinement of protocols, workflows, and standard operating procedures to ensure effective, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices
Ensure that multidisciplinary responses are consistent with organizational goals, legal standards, and evidence-based models
Supervise multidisciplinary response team leaders and support cross-functional collaboration among clinicians, advocates, law enforcement, and other multidisciplinary professionals
Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development to direct reports and broader teams
Manage staffing levels to ensure coverage, appropriate case allocation, and team well-being
Facilitate high-quality collaboration among participating disciplines during case planning and response activities
Lead multidisciplinary case conferences and critical incident debriefings as necessary
Support rapid mobilization and sustained engagement during crises, ensuring the right resources and expertise are deployed
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with external agencies, including child welfare, law enforcement, healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations
Represent Dee Norton in interagency meetings, task forces, and community coalitions
Promote public awareness and education around multidisciplinary response practices and systems of care
Ensure that all responses meet relevant ethical, legal, and accreditation standards
Monitor program fidelity to evidence-based practices and make adjustments based on outcomes and evaluation data
Implement risk management strategies to safeguard clients, staff, and partnering agencies
Design and oversee evaluation and continuous improvement activities to measure program impact and effectiveness
Produce and present program evaluation results for internal and external leadership, funders, and stakeholders
Assist in grant writing and manage program-specific budgets and resources
Participate in a minimum of two public awareness and/or fundraising events annually on behalf of Dee Norton
Meet other needs as identified by the Executive Director and/or Leadership Team
Abide by federal and state confidentiality and privacy requirements as well as all Dee Norton Policies and Procedures
Abide by and meet all grant requirements and objectives
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Law, Health Administration, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in multidisciplinary, cross-systems and/or community work, including at least 3 years in a leadership management role
Demonstrated experience in crisis response, child advocacy, behavioral health services, community health, or related fields
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted
Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist) preferred for clinically managing cases
Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, systems of care models, and collaborative cross-sector practices
Expertise in navigating complex cases involving child abuse, PSB, domestic violence, or critical incident responses
Exceptional leadership, conflict resolution, and team-building skills
Strong project management and organizational abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences
Cultural competence and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain the highest ethical standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, case management systems, and virtual collaboration
Preferred
Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist) preferred for clinically managing cases
Specialized certification (e.g., Certified Child Welfare Specialist, Certified Forensic Interviewer, etc.) are desirable
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and 13 annual paid holidays
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Professional development allowance
Facility dogs on site
A culture that prioritizes the mental and emotional needs of team members, with access to EAP benefits, including up to 8 counseling sessions per family member, financial planning support, and guidance with legal documents
Clinical supervision for licensure (if applicable)
Company
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center provides medical exams, mental health assessments, and therapy to child abuse victims and their families.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase