Postconviction Unit Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• High level of curiosity and ability to think critically about prior information collected and areas of undeveloped mitigation. • Ability to apply theories and practices of social work practice from a criminal defense perspective. • Ability to assess implications of physical, mental health, substance use issues, and neurological conditions on development across the lifespan. • Experience working as a part of a defense team serving individuals facing criminal charges. • Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, families, witnesses, court and institutional personnel, experts, and colleagues. • Motivational, strengths-based interviewing skills with the ability to elicit often embarrassing, sensitive details from clients and witnesses. • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills. • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary legal team. • Self-directed organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet sometimes short deadlines. • Familiarity with the Colorado criminal system. • Knowledge of adolescent development and trauma. • Empathy to the needs and histories of individuals with criminal records. • Ability to function under institutional pressure in detention centers and prisons. • Ability to coordinate complex services involving multiple barriers. • Commitment to transformational change of the criminal legal system and working with communities oppressed by the system. • Ability to understand the complexities of client-attorney privilege and confidentiality. • High level of initiative, enthusiasm, motivation, and professionalism. • Curiosity and interest in furthering professional training and education. • Proficiency in standard software applications such as Word, Excel, Acrobat, and Power Point; internet access and email required. • Bilingual skills in English/Spanish a plus. Qualifications for this position are: • Master's degree in social work and current valid LCSW license. • Candidates must maintain licensure and complete Continuing Professional Development requirements. • Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and access to a working vehicle. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of many identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply. OADC values lived experiences. A criminal history will not necessarily disqualify a candidate’s opportunity, but the OADC will run a background check on any finalist. If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment: • Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date; • Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check; and • If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three workdays.