RFQ - Social Worker or Social Service Worker Indigent Parents in Dependency Cases

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

The Washington State Office of Public Defense (OPD) Parents Representation Program (PRP) currently provides state‑funded attorney representation and social work/social services support services to indigent parents, custodians and legal guardians involved in child dependency and termination of parental rights proceedings in all 39 Washington counties.

OPD is requesting applications for social worker or social services worker in the following county:

• King County
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  One full‑time contract. Full‑time caseload: 140 hours per month. Annual compensation: $99,000.

• Bachelor or master’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human services or related field. This qualification may be waived for exceptional candidates.
• Experience in child welfare cases as a professional and/or lived experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with indigent clients.
• Ability to communicate professionally with child welfare stakeholders.
• History of providing excellent, culturally competent representation of clients.

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. To apply, email a letter of interest identifying your qualifications, a resume, and three references.

Application Close Date:
May 31, 2026.

Email materials to:
Parents Representation Program Assistants Parents Rep Admin .gov

Please address any questions to:
Kui Hug, Social Services Manager Kui.

Hug.gov

The Washington State Office of Public Defense vigorously pursues diversity in the workforce. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons over 40 years of age, persons with disabilities, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply.