Guardian Ad Litem Office, 16Th Circuit- Child Advocate Manager

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT – CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER

Requisition No: 867030
Agency:
Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title:

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 16TH CIRCUIT – CHILD ADVOCATE MANAGER
Pay Plan:
Justice Admin Comm.
Position Number:
Salary: $50,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 01/09/2026

• Navigate to www.guardianadlitem.org and click the “Career Opportunities” icon.
• Select the link “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here.”
• Complete the mini job application and attach your current resume.
• Choose MONROE COUNTY as the job location.
• Alternatively, email the mini application and resume directly to C16.Apps.gov (covers Key Largo and Marathon in Monroe County).

The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award‑winning, state‑funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child‑centered representation. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multidisciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing volunteer guardians ad litem.

• State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or Investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
• State group insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Nine paid state holidays each calendar year
• One paid personal holiday each fiscal year
• Thirteen paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year
• Thirteen paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year with an increase after five years
• State‑provided life insurance of $25,000 at no cost; additional coverage may be purchased
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• State tuition waivers
• Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board
• No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
• No mandatory night, weekend or holiday scheduled work

The Child Advocate Manager performs consultative, administrative, and advocacy activities and may supervise volunteer guardians ad litem.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, management, the Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, law enforcement, and more.
• Oversee the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers.
• Gather and document independent pertinent case information.
• Provide best‑interests advocacy recommendations to the team, the court, and child welfare partners.
• Prepare written reports to the court.
• Provide testimony to the court.
• Attend internal and external case‑related hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staff meetings, and other meetings.
• Visit and contact assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools, and service providers.
• Utilize the organization’s database and reporting systems.
• Participate in internal and external training, meetings, and conferences.

• Self‑motivated and achievement oriented.
• Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development.
• Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.
• Ability to effectively interact with and influence people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral, written, and computer literacy skills.
• Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations.
• Ability to coach, instruct, and motivate volunteers.
• Knowledge of case management, social support services, and child development concepts.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health.
• Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System.
• Knowledge of Florida statutes relating to child welfare and protection.

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Bachelor’s degree from an…