Bilingual Social Worker & Custody/Removal Coordinator

LUKOS LLC; Hudson (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lukos in Hudson, CO is seeking a Social Worker/Custody and Removal Coordinator to support ICE detention operations and detainee welfare. The CRC assists field office staff and detention facilities on issues affecting victims, trauma, health care, and safety.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish proficiency, a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, and at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish, written and oral.
• At least two (2) years of related experience in case management at a local level.
• Experience working with victims or individuals in a confinement or custodial setting.
• At least two (2) years of experience providing services to vulnerable populations.
• Experience with situations that contribute to family/individual stress, problems and crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist detained noncitizens with requests and complaints
• Support ERO staff with parent/child communication and welfare matters
• Coordinate disability accommodations with detention facilities
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and detention standards through facilitation and communications
• Provide language interpretation for facility and ERO staff
• Provide noncitizen referrals for care and follow-up (medical, mental health, chaplain, etc.)
• Conduct wellness checks and follow-ups for at-risk individuals
• Meet newly detained noncitizens to orient them to CRC services
• Support specialized housing units and programs for vulnerable populations
• Develop and maintain a national resource database for CRC/ERO use
• Assist in removal and release planning for vulnerable individuals

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Case management

Crisis intervention

Strong communication

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Lukos in Hudson, CO is seeking a Social Worker/Custody and Removal Coordinator to support ICE detention operations and detainee welfare. The CRC assists field office staff and detention facilities on issues affecting victims, trauma, health care, and safety.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish proficiency, a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, and at least two years of relevant experience.