Guardian ad Litem Program Coordinator — Volunteer Lead

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation 15 days

Sick leave 15 days

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Deferred compensation

State retirement plan

State ORP

Job summary

SC Department of Children's Advocacy is seeking an Advocate Supervisor to lead volunteer advocates in the York County area. The role requires supervising volunteers, coordinating court preparation, and ensuring compliance with state laws and program guidelines.

A bachelor's degree is preferred, with alternatives considered per policy, and some travel and flexible hours may be required. The position offers comprehensive state benefits and opportunities to contribute to child advocacy efforts

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work with volunteers, staff and partner agencies.
• Knowledge of computer applications and data entry.
• Familiarity with SCGAL program laws and policies.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Office environment with field travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assign volunteers to children in cases of child abuse or neglect.
• Supervise and support volunteers to ensure compliance with law and program objectives.
• Assist with court preparation and court reports; attend hearings with volunteers as needed.
• Maintain accurate case information in the database and manage monthly monitoring reports.
• Provide training to new and existing volunteers per program guidelines.
• Assist with recruiting a diverse pool of volunteers and managing case assignments.
• Perform administrative functions to meet program goals.
• Provide direct child advocacy as Guardian ad Litem when there is insufficient volunteer pool.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Data entry

Driver's license

Collaboration with volunteers

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma with related experience

Job description

SC Department of Children's Advocacy is seeking an Advocate Supervisor to lead volunteer advocates in the York County area. The role requires supervising volunteers, coordinating court preparation, and ensuring compliance with state laws and program guidelines.

A bachelor's degree is preferred, with alternatives considered per policy, and some travel and flexible hours may be required. The position offers comprehensive state benefits and opportunities to contribute to child advocacy efforts