Forensic Social Worker Forensic Professional Counselor

We're Looking for a skilled Forensic Social Worker Forensic Professional Counselor in the Public Defender Service For The District Of Columb based in Washington, District of Columbia. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications: A masters degree or higher in social work counseling or related degree a clinical license three years of postgraduate professional advanced experience as social worker/case manager or other comparable experience or advanced year graduate school internship placement at a social work department of a public defender office that handles major felonies. Other Requirements: Incumbent must have no convictions as defined in DC Code Section 14.305 (b) (1) (Impeachment by evidence of conviction of crime). Reliable transportation is necessary as travel is required in and around the DC area. Preferred Qualifications: Professional mental health experienced applicants are highly desired and encouraged to apply. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Required: In addition to a traditional resume candidates should submit a separate narrative statement addressing the following quality ranking factors. These factors will be used to distinguish the bestqualified applicants from a group of persons basically qualified for the position. Failure to submit your narrative response for this position will negatively affect your eligibility and/or rating for this position. Experience working with arrested adults and understanding of the plight of persons from disadvantaged backgrounds. Direct defense experience working with adult clients on rehabilitation and dispositional issues. Knowledge of social work concepts and concepts related to rehabilitation and alternatives to confinement. Demonstrated excellent writing and oral persuasion skills and ability to communicate effectively to broad spectrum of people. Demonstrated computer skills. Familiarity with treatment and rehabilitation resources available in the D.C. metro area. Knowledge of the court system.

What’s on Offer

The role offers excellent opportunities for top performers to further develop their competencies as a social worker and improving the lives of people.