Impactful Social Worker—Detention & Removal Defense

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) employer contribution

Paid time off

CLE training credits

Job summary

Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) in Edison, NJ seeks a licensed clinician to advance civil legal aid for vulnerable clients. The role requires an LSW or NJ LCSW license and at least three years of experience serving individuals with mental health needs, addictions, incarceration, or trauma.

Spanish or other foreign language skills are preferred. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and potential hybrid work after a 90-day review period.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience handling or managing cases involving mental health conditions, substance addictions, incarceration/detention, trauma or abuse survivors, or similar vulnerable populations.
• Experience supporting representation of low-income individuals and/or immigrants.
• Spanish or other foreign language proficiency preferred but not required.

Skills

Spanish language proficiency

Education

LSW or NJ LCSW license

Job description

Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) in Edison, NJ seeks a licensed clinician to advance civil legal aid for vulnerable clients. The role requires an LSW or NJ LCSW license and at least three years of experience serving individuals with mental health needs, addictions, incarceration, or trauma.

Spanish or other foreign language skills are preferred. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and potential hybrid work after a 90-day review period.