Non-Profit Staff Attorney (Hybrid)

Description:

About PROKIDS
ProKids is a nonprofit agency that provides outstanding volunteer advocacy for abused and neglected children in Hamilton County, who through no fault of their own, are in the child protection system. We recruit, train, and support CASA Volunteers to provide a powerful voice to these children.

Children assigned to a CASA Volunteer are successful. A national study shows that children with CASA volunteers spend less time in long-term foster care and move less often. At ProKids, our Outcome Measures demonstrate the effectiveness of CASA Volunteers.

Position Summary:
The Staff Attorney provides legal advice and advocacy ensuring good outcomes for children.

Location:
This position will be hybrid. In-person court appearances may be required daily. ProKids office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Benefits (Benefits prorated based on FTE)
Health Insurance (Must work 30 hours per week) - ProKids pays up to $550 per month, balance of premium paid pre-tax by employee, or if employee's health insurance is provided through another source, up to $550 in an Opt-out Payment.

• Group Dental and Vision (Must work 25 hours per week) - available and if elected, paid for by employee
• Cell phone reimbursement of $50 per month
• Life and ADD Insurance Policy (Must work 25 hours per week)
• Long Term Disability Insurance (Must work 25 hours per week)
• 403(b) plan with a 3% match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities
• 35-hour work week
• Paid parking in downtown Cincinnati
• Three weeks of vacation - annual accrual (accrual begins first day)
• Three weeks of sick time - annual accrual (accrual begins first day)
• Paid Holidays following the Hamilton County Juvenile Court Schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

Pay:
Starting at $61,000 annually based on a 35-hour work week.

Key Responsibilities:
Provides legal representation, including but not limited to:

• Ongoing support and legal advice to CASA Manager(s), GAL(s), and CASA volunteer(s).
• Prepare motions and other legally required documents and appear at court hearings.
• Ensure compliance with data management processes.
• Mentor new staff attorneys and legal volunteers as requested.
• Represent a strong model of child advocacy to Committed Community and general community. Including but not limited to:
• Providing information and guidance for essential stories.
• Developing capacity within child welfare community to serve children and families.
• Establish and maintain strong, close working relationships with the court and service community.
• Participate in informational meetings and provide training as needed with outside groups.
• Attend and provide assistance with all ProKids activities and events as requested.

General Prokids Responsibilities

• Assists with the setting and evaluation of all agency goals and objectives with primary focus on the Operational Team impact of each goal or objective.
• Acquires and maintains a working knowledge of other team's programs and practices to encourage good communication and collaboration.
• Benchmarks with other CASA programs and organizations for best and leading practices.
• Ensures the effective representation of ProKids to external organizations and individuals.
• Communicates the need for volunteers and provides assistance in designing and implementing volunteer training. Supervises, manages, supports, evaluates, and communicates on-going status of volunteers.
• Performs duties in accordance with ProKids objectives, values and in compliance with relevant standards and agency commitments.
• Attends all staff meetings and establishes good teamwork with co-workers.
• Ensures common office spaces are ready for the next person, maintained, and stocked with essential supplies. Notifies Business Operations of maintenance and supply needs.
• Ensures commitment to and the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles embraced by ProKids.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate Degree and active Ohio License
• 2+ years of litigation related experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
• Understanding of the child protection system and juvenile court system
• Understanding of the foster care system, guardianship and termination of parental rights
• Understanding of the impact of trauma, abuse and neglect on children and families

Key Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills, organized, efficient and able to multi-task
• Work effectively across teams
• Maintain confidentiality
• Adhere to policies and compliance requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Keyboarding
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 40 pounds
• Ability to reach overhead or below shoulders

ProKids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees and families served.

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