Social Worker - CAFL Fall River

Committee for Public Counsel • Fall River, MA

11d • $59,893 - $96,855 • Onsite

About The Position

The Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) of the Committee for Public Counsel Services is seeking a full-time Social Worker for its Fall River office. The Social Worker works with attorneys representing children and indigent parents in care and protection, child requiring assistance, and termination of parental rights cases. Social workers are integral members of attorney-led legal teams and work with attorneys and other team members to prepare cases and pursue the best possible outcomes for clients. Social work intervention may occur at all stages of the court process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or another related degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of skills, education, and experience.
• Experience working with children and families, preferably in an outreach capacity.
• Insured, reliable, and available transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Access to home internet sufficient to work remotely.
• Commitment to serving a culturally diverse, low-income population.
• Commitment to fighting racial and ethnic disparities in the family regulation system.
• Experience related to and knowledge of clinical issues regarding child placement and adoption, substance abuse, domestic violence, and related fields.
• Experience in the field of child welfare.
• Knowledge of social, psychological, medical, economic, and legal factors that influence behavior.
• Skills and experience in interviewing clients, assessing their needs, case management, and service planning.
• Good organizational skills and ability to track and monitor individual client cases.
• Skills and experience interacting with people from various social, racial, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Knowledge of public and private social services systems and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Social Work (MSW).
• Massachusetts LCSW or LICSW license.
• Foreign language skills.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and conduct home visits.
• Perform needs assessments, develop service plans, refer clients to service providers, and make direct connections between clients and programs.
• Develop linkages with local government agencies and service providers.
• Help attorneys prepare for litigation.
• Advocate for clients in a client-directed practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level