Program Information Holistic Defense social workers are dedicated to the adult offender population and assist pre and post-sentenced inmates with a variety of needs including but not limited to:
• Writing biopsychosocial reports and assessments of clients: via in-person or zoom visits
• Identifying available social services in the community and connecting clients with them
• Identifying issues that may have led the person to involvement in the legal system
• Develop plans to help people reintegrate into their communities after incarceration
• Advocating for community-based solutions as alternatives to custody
• Ensuring that clients' treatment needs are adequately addressed
• Transporting clients to appointments (county car provided)
• Contributing to early release from jail by providing alternatives to incarceration: writing Mitigation reports
• Writing Franklin reports for clients currently in prison who are up for parole
We are looking for someone who has:
• Ability to learn and apply complex laws, rules, policies, and procedures to assist clients
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated work with diverse clients of various ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures, and mental and/or physical capabilities
• Ability to work with other professionals to meet the needs of a shared client
• Great communication skills
• Tech-savvy skills and ability to learn and use specialized software programs
A few reasons you might love this opportunity :
• Opportunity to compassionately support clients and their families
• Opportunities to focus on your passion and to meet with clients and community partners
• Work and network with dedicated professionals who share a passion for public service
• A supportive and respectful working environment that values work-life balance
A few challenges you might face:
• Fast-paced environment
• Meeting mandated deadlines (such as from court)
• Navigating limited resources/services while meeting clients' identified goals and needs
• Keeping up with many changing State mandates and policies