Director - Community Collaboration and Engagement

About the Role

Project Harmony is seeking an experienced and committed Director of Community Collaboration & Engagement to lead efforts to strengthen community connections, foster multidisciplinary collaboration, and expand awareness of and access to Project Harmony's resources and expertise. This position engages current and prospective MDT participants, represents the organization through community outreach, and supports collaborative initiatives across communities. The Director reports directly to the VP of Children’s Services and provides leadership to the Multidisciplinary Team and building administration functions.

About Us

Project Harmony exists to provide effective, immediate, and sensitive support to child abuse victims and their non-offending family members. We are committed to ending the cycle of child abuse and neglect and are one of the largest Child Advocacy Centers in the nation. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, clients, and community.

Our Values

• Diversity and Inclusion: Respect and embrace diversity and inclusion of all
• Strategic Innovation: Lead the field in response to the evolving needs of children and families
• Quality Service: Ensure consistent, high-quality service with impactful results for families, partner agencies, the community, and each other
• Collaborative Relationships: Build trusted relationships by leading with honesty, integrity, vulnerability, and humility

Responsibilities

• Develop, strengthen, and maintain relationships with community and industry leaders, and other stakeholders to better understand emerging needs, barriers, and opportunities for collaboration
• Identify and engage communities and organizations that may benefit from greater connection to multidisciplinary resources, education, and collaborative support
• Provide leadership and oversight for Project Harmony’s multidisciplinary team (MDT) functions, promoting meaningful participation, communication, engagement, and collaboration among MDT community members
• Oversee building administration functions to support a professional, responsive, and welcoming environment for employees, partners, clients, and community members
• Manage the hiring process of Multidisciplinary and Administrative team staff, including evaluation of employee performance, coaching, and development
• Collaborate across programs and departments to ensure community engagement efforts are coordinated, responsive, and aligned with Project Harmony’s initiatives
• Monitor quality and consistency of multidisciplinary teams, including engagement, protocols, collaborative practices, and recommend improvements that strengthen effectiveness and partner experience
• Facilitate a comprehensive review of child abuse and neglect reports received by law enforcement and child protective services pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. 28-710, evaluating system effectiveness and identifying opportunities for system improvement
• Ensure MDT members receive applicable operational and cross-discipline training as it relates to the collaborative efforts of the MDT
• Use data and other relevant information to evaluate and report on team performance, service delivery, community and MDT engagement, and case outcomes
• Ensure accurate and timely collection of metrics needed for organizational, grant, accreditation, leadership, and other reporting requirements
• Provide oversight and review of policies and procedures
• Deliver presentations locally, regionally, and nationally on MDT best practices
• Ensure culturally competent services are provided to all families without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, gender, or sexual orientation
• Other duties as assigned by the VP of Children’s Services

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in social work, counseling, criminal justice, psychology, communication, or other related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience and Training: 4+ years of leadership in a non-profit or other child-focused program serving children and families. Professional experience working with child welfare, human services, and/or behavioral health field.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Knowledge of non-profit administration, program development, research, and the utilization of clinical data, fiscal management, and supervision of employees
  • Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and the roles that law enforcement, child protection services, mental/behavioral health, and community partners play
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively
  • Excellent active listening, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated high level of professionalism, confidence, and ethical standards
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to resolve conflicts
  • Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications
  • Must be a self-starter and able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Must respect and maintain confidentiality
• Other:
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours
  • Must submit to a thorough criminal history background check
  • Must have access to a vehicle, possess a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance
  • Position may involve some travel, primarily within the state