Bilingual Social Worker - Custody & Removal Coordinator

LUKOS LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lukos is seeking a Social Worker/Custody and Removal Coordinator in Newark, NJ to support ICE ERO Field Office staff and detention facilities. The CRC provides services to detained individuals on trauma, victim support, and health care needs, ensuring compliance with policies.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish, a social work background, and experience with vulnerable populations. Duties include intake orientation, referrals, and coordinating disability accommodations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or equivalent.
• Master's degree preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Assist detained noncitizens with needs, requests, and complaints.
• Support parent/child communication and child welfare coordination.
• Provide language interpretation for facility staff.
• Develop and maintain a national resource database for CRC/ERO use.
• Meet with newly detained noncitizens to orient them to CRC services.
• Assist with release planning and resources for vulnerable individuals.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Victims services

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Lukos is seeking a Social Worker/Custody and Removal Coordinator in Newark, NJ to support ICE ERO Field Office staff and detention facilities. The CRC provides services to detained individuals on trauma, victim support, and health care needs, ensuring compliance with policies.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish, a social work background, and experience with vulnerable populations. Duties include intake orientation, referrals, and coordinating disability accommodations.