Caseworker

Texas RioGrande Public Defender is seeking a Caseworker to provide peer support and advocacy for individuals involved in the criminal legal system, particularly those facing mental health, substance use, or incarceration challenges. The role involves collaborating with attorneys to develop mitigation proposals and alternatives to incarceration while connecting clients to essential social services and community resources. This position focuses on representing the whole person through trauma-informed practices and in-court advocacy to ensure robust, client-centered representation.