TVN Family Services Associate Attorney

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Columbus - Columbus, OH 43203 Who We Are: Since 1946, we’ve been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical and emotional health of children and families, where the needs of each child are individually assessed and dynamic treatment plans are specifically designed to properly transition them from disruptive to permanent, stable environments. Our services include community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs throughout our locations in central and northeast Ohio and West Virginia. Working at The Village Network: The Village Network prides itself on a Culture of Care: Come be a part of the mission and a member of a team that has a passion for what they do and the people they serve. Excellent safety record and training program. The Village Network utilizes Collaborative Problem Solving along with The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to addresses the individual needs of youth and their families. Tuition and Licensure reimbursement offered for employees looking to advanced their knowledge and skills. Get help earning an advanced degree or get the supervision necessary to earn your independent licensure. Great benefits, competitive salaries, and 272 hours (34 DAYS!) of PTO offered in the first year in addition to 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time. EMPLOYEES MATTER AT TVN!! TVN paid out a 6% annual salary bonus and over 80 hours of PTO buyback this fiscal year and has a 12-year history of providing annual bonus and PTO buybacks! TVN offers a generous retirement contribution and contributed nearly $1.5 million into employee 403(b) accounts this fiscal year! Advancement Opportunities: The village network is a growing organization and we aim to promote from within. Summary, Job Description, and Qualifications Job Title: MCE Associate Attorney Reports To: MCE Attorney Direct Reports: None FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: The MCE Associate Attorney will assist the MCE Attorney in the completion of child welfare related legal work. This will include providing clerical support, legal research, document preparation, interviewing and scheduling of witnesses and caseworkers, trial preparation and covering hearings when requested. This will be completed in alignment with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision & Values. Trauma-Informed Workplace Note: The Village Network wants to be a great place to work, and we are committed to being a trauma-informed and responsive workplace, believing the practices that help people heal and thrive in our services should also guide how we treat and interact with each other. As an employee of TVN, you will endeavor to learn and practice: Making physical and psychological safety a priority Being open and honest, especially when things are hard, without fear of retribution Supporting each other Ensuring clarity of responsibilities and accountability of self and others Working together collaboratively Actively listening and creating space for giving or receiving feedback, recognizing it may or may not be applied Treating people with dignity and respect Essential Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities: Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, routine complaints and motions, and other documents for the MCE Attorney File motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures Schedule meetings, case reviews, and interviews of caseworkers and other professionals involved in the child welfare cases assigned to the MCE Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files which include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items Assist the MCE Attorney with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings Maintains a case log to ensure that motions, complaints, and other court documents are filed timely and in accordance with child welfare legal statutes Assists in ensuring that legal service is complete Represents The Village Network in juvenile court appearances; provides court coverage and takes a lead role in case litigation for the MCE Attorney as needed. Participates in scheduled legal staffing’s with service teams and attorneys from Franklin County Children’s Services (FCCS). Assists in defending and/or responding to appeals and objections on behalf of The Village Network. Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Law degree, 6 months’ experience as a licensed attorney, and must be in good standing with the Ohio Bar Association; 3 years’ experience in child welfare or the practice of juvenile law desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and time management skills. Be culturally competent; ability to work respectfully and effectively with people of all cultures, classes, races, genders, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, mental and physical abilities, ages and appearances in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each. Ability to use a computer, proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and an online case record system. Familiarity with SACWIS preferred Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance. Physical Demands: Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, computer printer, etc. Ability to communicate (oral and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company Ability to manage bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time. Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently Check out our website to learn more about The Village Network and visit the Careers page to explore additional opportunities and take a look at our benefits brochure. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Village Network