Child Specialist

Child Specialist

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Missing Abducted Runaway Child Specialist for an opportunity in Phoenix, AZ 85012

Position Title: Missing Abducted Runaway Child Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85012

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Job Type: Onsite

Pay Range: $23 to $25/hr

Candidates must be okay working Monday, Tuesday and every Sunday

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Position Title: Missing Abducted Runaway Child Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85012

Job Description:

Position Summary

This position works collaboratively with internal field staff, investigative units, victim services advocates, placement administration, and law enforcement to ensure comprehensive efforts are made to locate missing, abducted, and runaway (MAR) children. The role focuses on coordinating recovery efforts and ensuring appropriate supports and referrals are provided upon the child's return.

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Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with field staff, investigative teams, law enforcement, and community partners to locate missing, abducted, and runaway children.

• Engage with parents, caregivers, and families to support recovery efforts and provide updates.

• Coordinate services and ongoing support for children identified as victims of crime and/or suspected victims of sex trafficking.

• Document all case activity accurately in designated case management systems.

• Utilize Microsoft Office and other computer systems to track case progress and communications.

• Work independently once training is completed, ensuring timely follow-up and case management.

• Communicate professionally with families who may be distressed or upset, demonstrating strong customer service skills.

• Maintain availability to work required weekends and designated holidays.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.

• Experience in investigations, child welfare, or law enforcement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and computer systems.

• Experience documenting in case management systems (e.g., Guardian or similar).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently after training.

• Must already possess a valid FPCC.

• Must be available to work Monday, Tuesday, and every Sunday.

• Must be available to work Memorial Day (required holiday).

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Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service experience.

• Knowledge of the child welfare system.

• Background in investigative roles.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 249932 when responding to this ad.

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