Location | Education Required | Hours | Experience Required | # of Openings | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
765 The City Dr #300, Orange, CA 92868 | None Required | Part-time | None Required | 1 | $17/hour |
JUSTICE INVOLVED:
No
AGE REQUIREMENT:
21+
*Please note in the event of a permanent placement, the wage rate is not guaranteed.
JOB SUMMARY:
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) provides a powerful voice and a meaningful connection for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, and abandonment. Every child in foster care has an advocate they can depend on to help them reach their fullest potential. The Family Research Intern will provide valuable assistance to the child’s team by conducting file reviews, online family finding searches and creating family contact sheets and genograms.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Review case files and other records with a focus on identifying relatives and other pre-existing support systems for children.
Research family connections using a variety of online tools including public and paid databases, social media, etc. including but not limited to Accurint: LexusNexis, Spokeo, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Ancestry, DOJ, and Megan’s Law.
Build and maintain a genogram (family tree) for the family using the information gathered.
Liaise with the youth’s team to ensure best interest advocacy.
Compile written reports to the court with recommendations.
Complete other projects and program tasks, as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Must be 21+ years or older
Candidate who are interested in puzzles, internet sleuthing, are problem solvers, and tenacious are encouraged to apply.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to work in a team environment
Computer literate – able to use Google Suite, complete online research and update the CASA database
Strong attention to detail, able to report information accurately
Able to manage time independently and prioritize tasks
Bilingual in any language are always appreciated. Strong need for bilingual Spanish.
Ability to handle confidential and troubling information.
Lived experience with foster care is beneficial. No current foster youth or candidates who were in foster care less than 5 years ago.
Work Experience Skills Developed:
Review case files and other records with a focus on identifying relatives and other pre-existing support systems for children.
Research family connections using a variety of online tools including public and paid databases, social media, etc. including but not limited to Accurint: LexusNexis, Spokeo, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Ancestry, DOJ, and Megan’s Law.
Build and maintain a genogram (family tree) for the family using the information gathered.
Compile written reports to the court with recommendations.
Potential to work with social workers and case managers to assist the child’s team beyond the duties above.
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm, schedule will be discussed during interview.
Application Requirements:
Application Requirements Upon Selection:
Written application
To be submitted to Business Solutions
Three references that are not related to the participant – Names and Phone Numbers
Included in application. References will be contacted
Background check
Conducted by CASA OC
Child abuse registry or child protective services check
Conducted by CASA OC
Willingness to take an oath of confidentiality and be sworn in at court
This opportunity is available to WIOA participants only. To enroll in the program or inquire about services please email us at info@ocworkforcesolutions.com
This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this program, please call (714) 480-6500. TDD/TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at (800) 735-2922 or 711. Please call 72 hours in advance to allow the OC Workforce Solutions Center to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this program.
The views, information, or opinions expressed by the organization(s) mentioned are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the County of Orange and its employees.
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