New York Licensed Mitigation Specialist

Job Summary

To support the Court Advocacy Services team, the full-time New York Licensed Mitigation Specialist will conduct detailed investigations and biopsychosocial assessments to assist defense counsel, advocate for alternatives to incarceration, and maintain flexible in-person and remote work arrangements.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop client-specific service plans
• Advocate orally and in writing to the Court, District Attorney's Office, and Department of Probation
• Document client progress and maintain communication with external agencies for additional services

Required qualifications:

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Forensic Psychology, or a similar field
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in a criminal justice environment
• Experience conducting investigations and writing court reports, such as Pre-Plea and Pre-Sentence Memorandums
• Experience working with clients with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders
• Familiarity with court advocacy and managing a caseload of clients with varying needs