Forensic Social Specialist I

State Of Delaware

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Dover, NH - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 27 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary Statement

The Office of Defense Services Public Defender Unit is seeking a highly motivated organized Masters Level human service professional for a full-time Forensic Social Specialist position in the Sussex Forensic Social Services (FSS) Unit based in our Sussex office.The Forensic Social Specialist will provide assessment mitigation and treatment service referrals to Public Defender clients. The Forensic Social Specialist will provide mitigation and support services to assist the attorneys in gathering background information conducting evaluations providing mitigation and implementing treatment and alternative sentencing plans as part of the Public Defender defense team.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in theclass series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class:

  • Interviews clients family members treatment providers and DOC personnel
  • Provides support services which can include referrals to mental health treatment employment and housing services
  • Coordinates with community-based treatment providers and the criminal justice system
  • Writes mitigation reports and treatment plans for case resolution
  • Gathers and reviews records and assists with reentry efforts
  • Collaborates with attorneys as members of the defense team

Job Requirement Series


Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  • A Masters Degree in a human service field
  • Strong assessment writing speaking interpersonal skills and clinical skills.
  • The ability to recognize and analyze problems and recommend practical solutions.
  • Interviewing experience and knowledge of applicable interviewing techniques
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-driven environment
  • Skill and ability in managing multiple projects at once.

Additional Posting Information

  • This posting may close on or before 10/28/2025 upon filling the vacant position.
  • Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume as you complete the application process for this posting.
  • This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.

Conditions of Hire

  • Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
  • Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

  • Group Health Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Prescription Flexible Spending Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Group Universal Life Insurance Securian Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Health Management Programs.
  • 21 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days and 12 paid holidays up to 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program: Access to support services such as Professional Counseling Services Legal Services Financial Services.
  • Employer & Employee Funded Pension Plan as well as an Employee Funded Retirement Savings Plan available.

Selection Plan

10/29/2025 Application Review
11/01/2025 Tentative Interview Date

Required Experience:

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Summary StatementThe Office of Defense Services Public Defender Unit is seeking a highly motivated organized Masters Level human service professional for a full-time Forensic Social Specialist position in the Sussex Forensic Social Services (FSS) Unit based in our Sussex office.The Forensic Social S...
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