Staff Attorney

The Staff Attorney will be part of the child advocate team consisting of attorneys and youth advocate social workers representing the child's best interest in Welfare & Institutions Code section 300 dependency proceedings before the juvenile court. Position offers immediate courtroom experience. 

Position requires bar admittance, any experience level accepted.  Position also requires excellent oral advocacy and writing skills.  Experience working with multi-ethnic children preferred. Section 300 experience preferred. Bilingual skills preferred.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and completed Employment Application (available for download below) to Sarah Brown, Office Administrator, at sbrown@sacchildadv.org or by fax (916) 364-5687.

Youth Advocate Social Worker

The Youth Advocate Social Worker will be a part of the child advocate team consisting of attorneys and youth advocate social workers representing the child's best interest in Welfare & Institutions Code section 300 dependency proceedings.

Seeking a BSW or MSW, candidates with an MSW preferred.  Candidates must have strong assessment skills, excellent writing and oral skills, and experience with children, and experience working with diverse populations.