Opportunities

Peer Coordinator

​

Position: The Peer Coordinator is a part-time volunteer position with the potential to turn into a
paid part-time or full-time position.

​

The Peer Coordinator’s primary responsibility is the management of 3-5 CASA volunteers in their work
with children in the DC foster care system or juvenile justice system. Management includes supervision
of volunteers, direct work with volunteers in cases to recommend needed services and work with each
child’s case team.

​

Reports To: 

CASA Supervisor or Program Manager

​

Impact of Position:

CASA Volunteers require and deserve competent coaching and support in
order to provide effective and appropriate advocacy for children. CASA DC strives to offer support,
which will maximize the CASA’s strengths and, therefore, better advocate for and support youth who have
experienced trauma.

​

Commitment:

Peer Coordinators will need to make a 12-month commitment with the approximate
monthly workload of 15-30 hours a month.

​

Role Responsibilities:

Case Management

• Supervises 3-5 CASA volunteers. Monitors cases where a CASA is not needed at the start of the
  case

• Provides direct supervision and coaching to volunteers through bi-weekly check-ins, monthly
  CASA updates, and quarterly assessments

• Consults on and edits CASA volunteer court reports for hearings; ensures CASA reports are filed
  prior to each hearing and distributed to all parties

• Attends court hearings and team meetings for assigned cases

• Updates Salesforce with case notes, hearing notes, and case documents for caseload.

• Point of contact for the youth’s team when there are CASA concerns

• Meets with supervisor monthly for coaching and to discuss case updates, volunteers, SalesForce,
  and organizational initiatives, programming, and processes

• Make regular contact with all volunteers, especially prior to hearings, for updates on their
  activities and the preparation of the court reports

• Ensure volunteers feel valued, appreciated and supported in their work as CASAs.

• Attend internal staff trainings as deemed necessary

​

Requirements:

• Experience – Must have served as a CASA Volunteer in good standing for preferably at least one
  calendar year

• Professionalism - Follows through on commitments; Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status
  or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions

• Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts
  success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and
  objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

• Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and
  gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and
  informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Able to
  read and interpret written information

• Delegation - Delegates and monitors work assignments for CASA Volunteers; Matches the
  responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations; Provides
  recognition for results.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes
  information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and
  objectives; Assists CASA Volunteers with organizing their tasks

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without
  interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to constructive feedback and others’
  ideas

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to CASA
  Volunteer needs; Solicits CASA Volunteer feedback to improve service; Facilitates
  communication

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Looks for and takes

• advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed

• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should be comfortable working
  with Google Calendar, Google Meets, Google Docs, WebEx, etc.

​

 

Please email your resume and cover letter to employment@casadc.org with ”Peer Coordinator” in the subject line.

​

   

           *                                                                               *                                                             *     

​

Clinical Director

Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: Deputy Director, Programs

​

CASA for Children of DC is a leading voice in advocacy for court-involved youth in the District of Columbia. CASA DC connects specially-trained volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to support vulnerable and at-risk youth in foster care and the juvenile justice system. CASAs develop a mentor-like relationship with their youth and advocate for their youth’s best interests in Court, promoting greater outcomes and the opportunity to thrive. The agency is organized as a charitable corporation under the not-for-profit laws of the District of Columbia. It is qualified as a tax-exempt charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)3 and is classified as a public charity. We are looking for team members who are committed to the mission of the organization and whose values align with ours: Excellence, Compassion, Accountability, Inclusion, Solution-Focused.

General Summary:
The Clinical Director is employed by CASA for Children of DC. The Director’s primary responsibility is to oversee the program development of the Trauma Response Division, including staff management, in order to provide strong advocacy for abused and neglected children with a clinical and trauma-focused lens. The Clinical Director works directly with all licensed clinicians, MSW interns, and support staff within the Division, along with his/her assigned therapeutic caseload and volunteers, in an effort to carry out the CASA for Children of DC mission and ensure that all children and youth are supported in a trauma-informed way. Responsibilities include assisting with the coordination of program data collection, grant reporting, communications, and training activities of the organization, particularly as they relate to activities within the Trauma Response Division.

Job Responsibilities:
Program Development & Staff Management

• Assist in coordinating program data collection and evaluation for grant reporting and other programmatic report writing.

• Assist supervised staff in the collection of demographic and outcome data on CASA youth, volunteers, and cases.

• Provide oversight for all therapeutic interventions, including, but not limited to regular review of case notes, interventions, and treatment plans

• Provide clinical supervision to Licensed MSW staff and MSW interns

Case Management

• Oversee the case management of all Trauma Response Division staff, including meeting with each staff member regularly (at least monthly) to review all cases, set goals, and track progress.

• Lead case management meetings for all Trauma Response Division staff.

• Organize regular professional development opportunities for staff and volunteers.

• Manage all cases confidentially and with a clinical and trauma-focused lens;

• Ensure all case referrals for a CASA volunteer are matched with a CASA volunteer in a timely manner; supervise all case referrals (attend hearings, file status reports, etc.) until a CASA volunteer is assigned;

• Consult on and edit CASA volunteer reports for hearings; ensure CASA reports are filed prior to each hearing and distributed to all parties;

• Attend all hearings (or ensure a stand-in) for HOPE Court cases, in addition to any other cases as requested

• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic case files;

• Ensure volunteers and staff feel valued, appreciated, and supported in their work as CASAs.

​

Leadership

• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to implement strategic goals for the organization and individual programs

• Be an effective liaison between staff to address any concerns

• Mentor and coach staff with the goal of building staff unity and cohesiveness and effectively reaching organizational goals

• Lead by example in implementing organizational policies, and procedures, and incorporating organizational values: Excellence, Compassion, Accountability, Inclusion, Solution-Focused.

Knowledge & Skills

• A minimum of five years of experience in social services, program management, or law.

• Knowledge of the juvenile justice and child welfare system.

• Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work with an Independent Clinical License

• Be licensed in the medical field and be able to provide medication management to clients (for example, a Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Physicians Assistant).OR

• Strong program evaluation and data collection skills are required for assessing program effectiveness

• A minimum of 3 years of experience with supervising employees or volunteers

• Strong presentation and oral skills are required for presentations to stakeholders.

• Clear and concise writing skills are required for court report writing, program report writing, and daily correspondence.

• Working experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Experience with grant writing and reporting desired.

​

In accordance with CASA team philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.

​

Please email your resume and cover letter to employment@casadc.org with ”Clinical Director” in the subject line.

​

​

​

                 *                                                                               *                                                             *                                 

 

 

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Job Type: Full-time or part-time

Education: Master's (Required)

 

CASA for Children of DC is a leading voice in advocacy for court-involved youth in the District of Columbia. CASA DC connects specially-trained volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to support vulnerable and at-risk youth in foster care and the juvenile justice system. CASAs develop a mentor-like relationship with their youth and advocate for their youth’s best interests in Court, promoting greater outcomes and the opportunity to thrive. The agency is organized as a charitable corporation under the not-for-profit laws of the District of Columbia. It is qualified as a tax-exempt charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)3 and is classified as a public charity. We are looking for team members who are committed to the mission of the organization and whose values align with ours: Excellence, Compassion, Accountability, Inclusion, and Solution-Focused.

​

General Summary:

The Therapist is employed by CASA for Children of DC. The Therapist’s primary responsibility is to provide clinical and therapeutic efforts in order to provide strong advocacy for children and youth that CASA DC serves, with a trauma-focused lens. The Therapist works directly with all case-carrying staff, in addition to their assigned clients, in an effort to carry out the CASA for Children of DC mission and ensure that all children and youth are supported in a trauma-informed way. The Therapist will provide individual and family counseling, as well as structured groups as the agency deems appropriate. The Therapist is also responsible for assisting the Management Team with the coordination of program data collection, grant reporting, communications, and training activities of the organization.  Full Time or Part Time opportunity available.  Hours will include both in person and virtual options.  At least two evenings per week are required to meet clinical needs of the organization.  4 day work week, No On-Call responsibilities, no weekends (unless desired) and no holidays. 

​

Job Responsibilities:

Therapeutic Responsibilities

• Conducting bio-psycho-social assessments and social histories

• Establishes positive and trusting rapport with clients

• Diagnose, develop, and implement treatment plans 

• Provide ongoing therapeutic services

• Complete Notes in a timely and efficient fashion in EHR system

• Facilitating group interventions based on Girls’ Circle curriculum as needed

• Assess youth for safety, including creating safety plans and following proper safety protocol

• Conduct regular trauma-informed trainings for staff, as discussed with clinical team

• Collaborate and support case management services which include referrals to community resources and outreach with other parties involved in the case.

• Contributing to a multidisciplinary treatment team

• Demonstrate culturally competent service delivery in accordance with the NASW Standards for Cultural Competence in Social Work Practice

​

Programmatic and Organizational Tasks

• Assist the Management Team in coordinating program data collection and evaluation for grant reporting and other programmatic report writing.

• Assist Program Managers in the collection of demographic and outcome data on CASA youth, volunteers, and cases.

• Lead by example in implementing organizational policies, procedures, and incorporating organizational values: Integrity, Compassionate Accountability, Authenticity, Respect, Optimism, and Collaboration

 

Knowledge & Skills

• A Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field 

• Licensure in DC and/or MD required, Clinical License is preferred

• A minimum of three years of experience in clinical work, juvenile justice, and/or child welfare 

• Knowledge of the juvenile justice and child welfare system preferred

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with trauma/abuse survivors, children, and/or families.

• Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy

• Ability to navigate technology efficiently for programming, communication, meetings, emailing, and documentation purposes.

​

In accordance with CASA team philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.

 

Please email your resume and cover letter to employment@casadc.org with ”Licensed Clinical Therapist” in the subject line.

​

   

           *                                                                               *                                                             *                                 

 

​