Social Worker

Position Overview:

The Second Look Project seeks a part-time mission-driven Social Worker to join our client-centered, trauma-informed team working to end extreme sentences in DC. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive case management and draft individualized release plans for clients seeking resentencing to support successful reentry.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management

• • Provide trauma-informed, culturally competent case management to clients pre- and post-release.
  • Assess client needs, strengths, and barriers to reentry.
  • Develop individualized service plans addressing housing, employment, education, medical/mental health, and community support.
  • Connect clients with appropriate post-release programs and services, and monitor their engagement and progress over time.

Release Planning

• • Draft detailed, individualized release plans to support IRAA and compassionate release petitions.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and family members to gather supporting documentation.
  • Develop plans that demonstrate structured community support and readiness for reentry.

Collaboration

• • Work closely with legal staff to align social work strategies with legal case objectives.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary case meetings and advocacy team strategy sessions.
  • Maintain thorough, timely case notes and documentation in line with organizational policies.

Qualifications:

• • Master’s in Social Work (MSW) required; LGSW or LICSW preferred.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in case management, reentry services.
  • Experience working with incarcerated or formerly incarcerated individuals preferred.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, persuasive release plans.
  • Ability towork collaboratively ina team-oriented, client-centered environment.
  • Ability to build trust with individuals impacted by trauma and the criminal legal system.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a mission-driven environment.

Compensation:

• Salary Range:$35-$40 per hour, commensurate with experience, for up to 25 hours.

How to Apply:

To apply, interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter specifying why you are drawn to this work and two professional references in a single consolidated PDF to info@secondlookdc.org as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled. If you have questions about the application or are unable to upload your consolidated application, please email us at info@secondlookdc.org.

An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity

The Second Look Project is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+people, directly impacted individuals, and people from other historically disenfranchised communities.