Available Positions

The Sangamon County Public Defender's Office is seeking a Client Advocate. There are two positions open.

The Client Advocate will be actively involved with Public Defender clients throughout the legal process. Job responsibilities include: conducting biopsychosocial interviews with clients and their families, identifying issues related to intellectual disability, mental health, substance abuse, and trauma, referring clients to experts, obtaining medical and treatment records, creating treatment plans for substance abuse and mental health clients, and assisting in securing treatment placements for clients in need of services.

Applicants must possess a Bacherlor's Degree from a four-year college or university with a major in social work or a related field. A Master's Degree in Social Work and/or one to three years of previous experience in the legal system is preferred. The office provides on-site and ongoing training and encourages a work-life balance.

Salary range is $50,000-$55,400 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a non-bargaining position and offers benefits such as health and dental insurance, retirement (IMRF) and paid time off.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of references to Craig Reiser, Sangamon County Public Defender, 200 S. Ninth St, Room 301, Springfield, IL 62701 or via email to PDOffice@sangamonil.gov

Sangamon County is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/AA

Application deadline: positions open until filled.

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