Social Worker

The Children's Law Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated social worker to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families navigating the legal system. You will collaborate with attorneys and provide essential case management services, ensuring that the voices of young clients are heard and their needs are met. With a supportive work environment that values professional growth, this position offers a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about advocating for children and want to contribute to meaningful change, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• MSW degree required; must obtain NYS License within 6 months of employment.
• Experience in family court and working with children and families essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and assist attorneys with case advocacy needs.
• Testify in court and maintain social work files to professional standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Time management

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

MSW degree

NYS License in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

About the Organization

The Children's Law Center (CLC) is a non-profit legal services organization that represents children in custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, family offense, and related child protective (abuse or neglect) proceedings in the Family Courts and the Integrated Domestic Violence Parts of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, and in appeals therefrom. CLC represents over 5,000 children annually in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, providing holistic and zealous representation and support in the Court, the community, and the legislature.

The mission of CLC is to provide children with a strong and effective voice in legal proceedings. Through our work in the courtroom and the community, we empower our clients, reduce the negative impact of family dissolution and court involvement, and promote well-being for young people.

Description

Under the leadership of the Director of Social Work, the social worker teams with CLC staff attorneys, paralegals, and client services staff to provide outstanding case management services to CLC clients and families.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Attend meetings and/or meet with individuals in the community or home settings.
2. Conduct assessments and make referrals.
3. Assist attorneys in developing the social work position and advocacy needs of the case.
4. Testify in court as needed.
5. Provide regular updates to the attorney. Expect updates from the attorney on issues and changes in adjourn dates so that work and follow-up can be coordinated.
6. Maintain information for review by the Social Work Supervisor and provide such information to the attorney as part of the attorney work product of the law firm.
7. In consultation with the attorney on the case, assure that the needs and desires of clients are considered and met when possible.
8. Maintain all social work files to acceptable professional and program standards.
9. Attend supervision, team, and office-wide meetings.
10. Assist in the implementation of special projects as needed.
11. Provide emergency office and case coverage.
12. Foster and maintain a positive team environment.
13. Work to increase awareness of the CLC social work program in the larger social work community.
14. Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Key Qualifications and Competencies:

1. MSW degree; NYS License in Social Work or sitting for the test and obtaining the license within 6 months of employment.
2. Knowledge of family court particularly in the areas of custody, visitation, domestic violence, and child welfare.
3. Social work experience working with families and children.
4. Demonstrated ability to work independently, exhibiting excellent judgment, diplomacy, and professionalism while working in a collaborative team environment.
5. Effective communication skills (written and verbal), time management, collaboration, and organizational skills.
6. Attention to detail along with analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
7. Proven ability to prioritize requests, track and manage multiple requests simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
8. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe, Internet searches, and online resources.
9. Ability to exercise complete discretion when working with confidential and sensitive information.
10. Interest in working with internal and external constituents, interns, students, and volunteers.
11. Proficiency in languages other than English preferred but not required.

Salary and Benefits

The Children's Law Center determines salary based on education and experience pursuant to the CLC Collective Bargaining Agreement. The expected salary range for this position is $62,730 - $90,522.58 annually. Step placement for Social Workers will be based on the total number of years in which the Social Worker can demonstrate they were employed in a social worker position that requires licensure and registration as a Licensed Master Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, where they worked for at least 75% of each qualifying calendar year.

At The Children’s Law Center, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. Our offerings include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan including employer contribution and match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and balanced work environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Hybrid Schedule

This position currently requires the individual’s physical presence (hybrid, minimum two days per week) at CLC’s offices in New York City.

As an employee of The Children's Law Center, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit Student Aid.

Job Details

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Location: The Children's Law Center - Bronx

Open Date: 1/10/2025

Close Date:

Req Number: SOC-25-00001

Category: Social Work

EOE Statement: At The Children's Law Center our goal is to provide equal opportunities, work-life balance, and great professional development opportunities.

This position is currently accepting applications.