diverse populationAt — Sacramento County Office of the Public Defender

Opportunity Summary 

work with clients who face criminal charges. experience working with homelessness, addiction, mental illness, pollical change, micro/mezzo/macro work available. get hands on experience with case management and assessments.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

how to handle large caseloads, advocate for their clients in different settings, learn how Sacramento county systems operate, different types of assessing, and their own authentic voice.

Opportunity Training 

LIST training, Assessments, mental health first aid, suicide prevention, advocacy

Program 
Social Work
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing