Social Work Director, Assigned Counsel Plan

City Of New York • $100K — $120K *

New York, NY 10025In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

Master's degree in physical, biological, environmental sciences or public health for Level I.
Doctorate required for Level II and above with supervisory experience.
Three years of responsible research experience for Level II with a master's degree.
At least two years of relevant experience, which can include time as Level I.
Equivalent education/experience may be accepted, including specific substitutions for Level I.

Responsibilities

Direct the development and output of social workers and forensic experts.
Guide 18-B attorneys in client communication and resource identification.
Ensure effective use of forensic and mitigation experts by attorneys.
Assist in the recruitment of appropriate expert professionals.
Coordinate training for legal staff and social workers alongside Supervising Attorneys.
Identify and address practice gaps in legal representation.
Respond to concerns from clients, community, and staff.

Benefits

Support and professional development opportunities for staff.
Collaboration with legal and social work professionals.
Engagement in crisis intervention and client advocacy.
Access to a network of non-profit and state resources for clients.

Full Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE: The Social Work Director will provide support to 18-B attorneys advocating for clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in the Criminal and Supreme Courts of New York City. The Social Work Director will support best practices and will be responsible for ensuring oversight, support, and professional development for social workers and psychological forensic experts. The Social Work Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Oversee the development and work product of social workers and forensic experts. - Work closely with 18-B attorneys to guide them in their efforts to communicate with clients and identify appropriate resources for clients. - Direct attorneys to effectively utilize forensic and mitigation experts. - Help attorneys and social workers identify state and non-profit programs, social workers, and other experts who can assist in client representation. - Assist in the recruitment of experts. - Coordinate with the Supervising Attorneys for Training to develop trainings for panel attorneys and social workers. - Collaborate with other ACP Supervising Attorneys to identify and respond to practice gaps and/or deficiencies. - Respond to client, community, and staff concerns. - Other duties as assigned. TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND REFERENCES. CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744 Qualifications 1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have: 1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or 2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

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