Psycho Forensic Evaluator I

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

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About The Position

The Office of Defense Service's Public Defender Unit is seeking a highly motivated, organized, master's level human service professional for a full-time Forensic Social Specialist position in the Sussex County Forensic Social Services (FSS) Unit.

Requirements

• A Master's Degree in a human service field
• Strong assessment, writing, speaking, interpersonal skills and clinical skills.
• The ability to recognize and analyze problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Interviewing experience and knowledge of applicable interviewing techniques
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-driven environment
• Skill and ability in managing multiple projects at once.

Responsibilities

• Interviews clients, family members, treatment providers and DOC personnel
• Provides support services, which can include referrals to mental health treatment, employment, and housing services
• Coordinates with community-based treatment providers and the criminal justice system
• Writes mitigation reports and treatment plans for case resolution
• Gathers and reviews records and assists with reentry efforts
• Collaborates with attorneys as members of the defense team

Benefits

• Group Health Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Prescription, Flexible Spending, Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance, Securian Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Health Management Programs.
• 21 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays, up to 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to support services such as Professional Counseling Services, Legal Services, Financial Services.
• Employer & Employee Funded Pension Plan as well as an Employee Funded Retirement Savings Plan available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees