Case Manager

Case Manager

The Law Offices of the Public Defender (LOPD) is recruiting a Case Manager to work in Santa Fe. Our organization and mission: As the state's largest law firm, the Law Offices of the Public Defender represents low-income people facing criminal charges in New Mexico. With dedicated teams of attorneys, social workers, investigators, paralegals, and office support, we guard individuals from injustice and work to address the underlying issues that bring clients into the criminal court system. In addition to representing individuals in criminal cases, we also advocate in our state legislature to protect the constitutional rights of all New Mexicans. Be the Difference Beyond the Courtroom — Are you interested in helping support clients through resource coordination, alternative sentencing plans, and compassionate advocacy as a team member of the Law Offices of the Public Defender's Social Work Unit? This Case Manager position could be for you!

Primary Functions: Case Managers assist Social Workers and Attorneys, who represent clients faced with criminal charges in New Mexico, in addressing the client's circumstances and providing alternatives to retribution in the criminal-legal system. Case Managers assist in developing service and alternative sentencing plans in order to address life situations, which, if mitigated, support the client in having the best possible chance to be successful in their community. Case Managers identify resources and referral options relevant to the needs of the clients served by the Social Work Unit.

Benefits We Offer: The Law Offices of the Public Defender offers a competitive benefits package that includes PERA retirement with employer contributions effective your first day, sick and annual leave accruals, 11 paid holidays, paid Bereavement Leave, flexible schedules which includes the option of teleworking and so much more! After successfully completing a one year probationary period our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Applicants selected for a position are encouraged to discuss these options with the hiring manager early in the hiring process to ensure the specifics of any terms and conditions of an approved flexible work arrangement are clearly understood. Employees who complete their probationary period are eligible for two hours of paid Wellness Leave every week and 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in Human Services or Social Sciences and two (2) years of experience in mental health and/or substance abuse counseling. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must have a driver's license and be able to certify in Defensive Driving.

Employment Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's License. Employment eligibility to work with the Law Offices of the Public Defender (LOPD) in the U.S. is required. We are not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. Collective Bargaining: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to. Default FLSA: Non-exempt The Law Offices of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis on race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, political affiliation or religion, mental or physical disability, or serious medical condition. This job advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Preference may be given to multilingual applicants fluent in English and other languages.