State of Florida
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT- OPS CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER - 21816002
State of Florida, Key West, Florida, us, 33045
GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT- OPS CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER - 21816002
Date: Jul 5, 2024Location: Key West, FL, US, 33040; Marathon, FL, US, 33050Requisition No: 826704Agency: Justice Administrative CommissionGUARDIAN AD LITEM CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER-OPSWill cover Key West and Marathon in Monroe County.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONThe Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization. With more than 10,000 staff and volunteers, including over 180 attorneys, its primary focus is the powerful and effective representation of Florida’s abused, neglected, and abandoned children.A critical function is to provide dependency judges with thorough and accurate information regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction. The Office’s core values are:Commitment to ChildrenCollective EmpowermentABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThis is a highly independent, responsible position focused on achieving the Guardian ad Litem Office’s vision: to represent every child under the jurisdiction of Florida’s dependency courts.ABOUT THE WORKThe Child Advocate Manager position encompasses a broad range of consultative, administrative and advocacy activities. The Child Advocate Manager may also supervise a group of Guardian Ad Litem Office Child Advocate volunteers. Some examples of a “typical” working day may include:Collaborate with the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, management, Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, Law Enforcement, etc.Overseeing the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers.Gathering and documenting independent pertinent case information.Providing best interests advocacy recommendations to the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, to the court and to our child welfare partners.Preparing written reports to the court.Provide testimony to the court.Attending internal and external case-related court hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staffing’s and meetings.Visiting and contacting assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools and service providers.Utilizing the organization’s database and reporting systems.Participating in internal and external training, meetings and conferences.ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESThe following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates:Self-motivated and achievement oriented.Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development.Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.Ability to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds.Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy and maintain confidentiality.Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.Excellent oral, written and computer literacy skills.Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations.Ability to coach, instruct and motivate volunteers.Knowledge of case management, social support services and concepts of child development.Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health.Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.Knowledge of Florida Statutes relating to child welfare and protection.ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMust possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science is preferred but prior experience will be considered to meet the degree requirement.Two years of experience in a program focusing on child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, managing people or supervising volunteers is desired but not required.Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful to a successful candidate.All individuals hired after February 1, 2020, must be able to obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification offered by the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date.Maintain Child Advocate Manager certification during the duration of employment. Agency pays costs of certification.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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Date: Jul 5, 2024Location: Key West, FL, US, 33040; Marathon, FL, US, 33050Requisition No: 826704Agency: Justice Administrative CommissionGUARDIAN AD LITEM CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER-OPSWill cover Key West and Marathon in Monroe County.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONThe Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization. With more than 10,000 staff and volunteers, including over 180 attorneys, its primary focus is the powerful and effective representation of Florida’s abused, neglected, and abandoned children.A critical function is to provide dependency judges with thorough and accurate information regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction. The Office’s core values are:Commitment to ChildrenCollective EmpowermentABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThis is a highly independent, responsible position focused on achieving the Guardian ad Litem Office’s vision: to represent every child under the jurisdiction of Florida’s dependency courts.ABOUT THE WORKThe Child Advocate Manager position encompasses a broad range of consultative, administrative and advocacy activities. The Child Advocate Manager may also supervise a group of Guardian Ad Litem Office Child Advocate volunteers. Some examples of a “typical” working day may include:Collaborate with the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, management, Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, Law Enforcement, etc.Overseeing the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers.Gathering and documenting independent pertinent case information.Providing best interests advocacy recommendations to the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, to the court and to our child welfare partners.Preparing written reports to the court.Provide testimony to the court.Attending internal and external case-related court hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staffing’s and meetings.Visiting and contacting assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools and service providers.Utilizing the organization’s database and reporting systems.Participating in internal and external training, meetings and conferences.ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESThe following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates:Self-motivated and achievement oriented.Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development.Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.Ability to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds.Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy and maintain confidentiality.Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.Excellent oral, written and computer literacy skills.Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations.Ability to coach, instruct and motivate volunteers.Knowledge of case management, social support services and concepts of child development.Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health.Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.Knowledge of Florida Statutes relating to child welfare and protection.ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMust possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science is preferred but prior experience will be considered to meet the degree requirement.Two years of experience in a program focusing on child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, managing people or supervising volunteers is desired but not required.Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful to a successful candidate.All individuals hired after February 1, 2020, must be able to obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification offered by the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date.Maintain Child Advocate Manager certification during the duration of employment. Agency pays costs of certification.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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