State Foster Youth Ombudsman Program Manager | Remote

State of Maryland; Maryland; Presencial; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Pension benefits

Telework options

Descripción de la vacante

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks a State Foster Youth Ombudsman to advocate for youth in out-of-home care across all 24 jurisdictions. Working within the SSA Office of Family Advocacy, you will investigate complaints, ensure rights and safety, and provide policy-driven recommendations to DHS leadership.

You will lead statewide outreach, collaborate with courts, attorneys, and LDSS, and maintain confidential case documentation while upholding HIPAA and statutory requirements.

Formación

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Five years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Current membership in the Maryland Bar is required.

Responsabilidades

• Investigate complex complaints regarding rights and safety of youth in out-of-home care across all jurisdictions.
• Provide authoritative legal and technical expertise on child welfare, guardianship, and due process rights.
• Lead statewide outreach to inform and empower youth, caregivers, and advocates about the Ombudsman role.
• Maintain precise confidential documentation and comply with HIPAA and mandated reporting.
• Prepare and edit mandated public reports detailing activities, statistics, and recommendations.

Conocimientos

Legal advocacy

Investigations

Policy analysis

Client/service orientation

Educación

Juris Doctor (JD)

Herramientas

HIPAA compliance

Descripción del empleo

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks a State Foster Youth Ombudsman to advocate for youth in out-of-home care across all 24 jurisdictions. Working within the SSA Office of Family Advocacy, you will investigate complaints, ensure rights and safety, and provide policy-driven recommendations to DHS leadership.

You will lead statewide outreach, collaborate with courts, attorneys, and LDSS, and maintain confidential case documentation while upholding HIPAA and statutory requirements.