NLSIU Social Worker (Juvenile Justice Clinic) - 1 Post
National Law School of India University (NLSIU)
Karnataka - Bengaluru, Karnataka
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NLSIU - Social Worker, Juvenile Justice Clinic
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru invites applications for 1 position of Social Worker at the Juvenile Justice Clinic - a full-time (contractual) role for a period of one year (extendable based on performance), based at the NLSIU Bengaluru campus.
National Law School of India University Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Contract | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Worker | 1 | 1 year (extendable) | NLSIU Bengaluru |
About the Clinic
Established in 2021, the Juvenile Justice Clinic delivers direct legal aid and clinical support to children under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2015, working with both Children in Conflict with Law (CiCL) and Children in Need of Care and Protection (CNCP). Its core fieldwork is anchored at a legal aid Helpdesk within the Government Observation Home in Madiwala, Bengaluru.
About the Role
The Social Worker will be responsible for anchoring the psychosocial activities of the Juvenile Justice Clinic Project and will report to the Clinic Co-Directors.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee psychosocial services provided to children through the HELPDESK at the Observation Home, Madiwala.
- Review and improve the quality of reports (SIR, ICP, Counselling Reports) for children in conflict with the law.
- Build institutional capacities for social work interventions within the Observation Home.
- Anchor awareness and outreach programmes for children and families.
- Coordinate partnerships with CSOs, NGOs and institutions.
- Ensure timely preparation of progress notes, social investigation reports and individual care plans.
- Support follow-up and rehabilitation of children in conflict with the law.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential: Master's Degree in Social Work or allied fields from a recognised University; minimum three (03) years of experience working directly with vulnerable children/communities; background in child rights or human rights; excellent writing and communication skills in English; demonstrated proficiency in speaking (mandatory), reading and writing (desired) in Kannada; proficiency in G-Suite, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Google Workspace.
Desirable: Familiarity with statutory child protection frameworks, including the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015; experience in psychosocial support or case management for children in vulnerable situations.
Compensation
Salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and University norms.
How to Apply for National Law School of India University Recruitment 2026
Apply through the Google form provided with: updated CV, statement of purpose (500-800 words), and names, designations and contact details of two professional or academic referees.
Last date: 26 August 2026, 5:00 PM IST
Apply / More info: www.nls.ac.in
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- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for National Law School of India University (NLSIU)'s NLSIU Social Worker (Juvenile Justice Clinic) - 1 Post before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this National Law School of India University (NLSIU) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
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NLSIU Social Worker (Juvenile Justice Clinic) - 1 Post Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
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- Apply only through the official link for this National Law School of India University (NLSIU) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official National Law School of India University (NLSIU) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, the last date in the notification; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
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NLSIU Social Worker (Juvenile Justice Clinic) - 1 Post is a government recruitment notification published by National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
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Online applications for National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 start on 05 August 2026.
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