Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

NACI (T1)

Job Family:

Functional Experts

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Case Management, Human Trafficking Prevention, Social Work

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

The Trafficking Program Specialist supports the Office on Trafficking in Persons (OTIP) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, DC. The position provides support to OTIP’s Protection Divisions victim assistance and service programs, primarily for activities associated with foreign national children, and adults, upon request.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Intakes and processes Requests for Assistance for foreign national children who have or may have experienced human trafficking.
• Creates written case summaries and analysis of trafficking concerns in accordance with the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, as amended.
• Prepares Eligibility and Interim Assistance Letters, which are granted to foreign national children who have or may have experienced human trafficking.
• Assists efforts to connect children to benefits and services, assessing case management and child welfare needs, and coordinating referrals across federal, state, and local systems (child welfare, benefit issuing agencies, community organizations, etc.)
• Provides technical assistance and case coordination to staff and intra-agency partners.
• Conducts trainings relevant on the Child Eligibility process for program staff and field coordinators, child welfare, attorneys, law enforcement, officials, care provider programs, and other relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• In consultation with relevant OTIP federal staff:
• Drafts policies and procedures addressing the Child Eligibility process;
• Revises policies and procedures accordingly pursuant to legislative updates;
• Revises forms and public guidance on access to Interim Assistance and Eligibility Letters, child trafficking screening instruments, referral forms, and access to benefits and services; and
• Coordinates responses to external inquiries regarding the Child Eligibility process and general child trafficking issues.
• Assists with data collection and preparation of reports, fact sheets, and informational materials on child trafficking and internal datasets relevant to the Child Eligibility process.
• Assists in orienting new staff on the Child Eligibility process and all relevant internal protocols.
• Provides coverage of the Child Protection phone line, staff cases, provides administrative support, and troubleshoots inquiries from the public.
• Inputs data and tracks case status in online case management systems.
  • Provides input to improve work processes and efficiencies including technological innovations.
  • Maintains compliance with statutory responsibilities, policies, and procedures.
  • As needed, provides coverage of the Adult Certification process, resource inbox, and Trafficking Verification Line.
  • Other duties as assigned and necessary to carry out the requirements of the Child Eligibility process.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related discipline is preferred with 3-5 years of related experience (If Master’s, requires 1-3 years of experience).
• Direct child welfare experience preferred.
• Direct experience working with foreign national children and youth or with anti-trafficking programs preferred.
• Direct case management experience preferred.
• Conversational in Spanish preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform analytical tasks and communicate complex issues in a timely and concise manner, both orally and in written form.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate closely as part of team to produce results.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Experience conducting training in a public setting.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust.
• Position is based in Washington, DC.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $79,747 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA DC Washington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.