We are seeking a full-time Attorney for our Care Management Program at our Columbus, Ohio- Main St. location.
Must hold a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Bar of Ohio and currently licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio, and be in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court and maintain all requirements for continued licensing.
Compensation - $73,000/yr.
To learn more about the program, please see the information below:
https://www.nyap.org/ohio/care-management
Working At NYAP
- NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!
- 22 Days Off Each Year!
- Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
- Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
- Summer Hours Off (Friday afternoons off).
- Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
- Tuition Assistance
- Work Anniversary Trips!
- Peace leave
- Flexible Hours
Responsibilities
The attorney will perform duties including, but not limited to:
- Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies.
- Reports directly to Care Management General Counsel.
- Consult with Care Management staff as necessary to obtain additional information that would be helpful to develop complaints, motions, and other pleadings for filing with the court.
- Prepares, or oversees the preparation of: pleadings, motions, objections, affidavits, briefs, memoranda of law, discovery requests, and relevant correspondence.
- Collect and manage information from Family Case Managers and Team Leaders to present in court.
- Provides representation of assigned Care Management cases. This includes presenting evidence in hearings, contested trials and specialty dockets.
- Be responsive to defense attorneys, prosecutors, other collateral professionals, as well as care management caseworkers and leadership staff.
- Conducts any appropriate legal research. Counsel and advise Care Management staff as appropriate.
- Maintains confidentiality of all Care Management files, records, and related information in his/her possession.
- Become proficient on related computer systems such as SACWIS, CIO, and all relevant court filing and docketing systems.
- Supervise Care Management staff in court setting and assist service teams in forming and presenting recommendations to the court.
- Assist Care Management General Counsel in providing and presenting appropriate legal training to Care Management staff.
- Participate in utilization review process and make recommendations to court related placements, diverting youth from restrictive placements into less restrictive community-based placements.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned commensurate with his/her position and qualifications.
- Act as a NYAP ambassador in all dealings with all stakeholders and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must hold a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Bar of Ohio and currently licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio, and be in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court and maintain all requirements for continued licensing.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
Driving and Vehicle Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable personal transportation
- Good driving record
- Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability
Ready to make an impact? Apply now!
https://www.nyap.org/careers
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
We have been serving communities and clients since 1978. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four different areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!
We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and we are dedicated, as your employer to provide you with support to do just that. We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.