The Family Defense Unit (FDU) Supervising Social Worker will oversee the work of one social worker and two parent advocates. The FDU Supervising Social Worker will take lead in developing a holistic case management plan in consultation with clients, attorneys, and the parent advocate, accounting for the strengths and needs of the client and the family. Additionally, social workers will provide crisis management and ensure clients have the support that they need to access critical legal and non-legal services to achieve clients goals of child safety and family stability including leveraging LSHVs other programs and providing referrals to outside providers. The Supervising Social Worker takes part in various Stakeholder meetings and represents LSHV in the community.

Qualifications/Education:

LMSW license. Seven years or more of experience working with families in crisis, preferably in the Child Welfare or Family Court System. Supervisory experience in the Social Work Field Excellent people skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders. Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team with other legal professionals, social workers, government agencies and other service providers. Demonstrated enthusiasm for the work of defending parents in Child Welfare Proceedings and Investigations and a desire to support parents. Valid drivers license and access to a car. Preferred

Fluency in Spanish. Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program.

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