Court Counselor - Domestic Relations Court
About The Position
Dedicated to serving families, the Lucas County Domestic Relations Court invites skilled and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Court Counselor. This position offers an opportunity to conduct meaningful custody evaluations and serve as a vital link to the court's judges and magistrates, offering comprehensive recommendations. Your Key Contributions: Leverage your excellent interviewing and clinical skills to engage constructively with parents and children. Deliver comprehensive, organized reports in a timely manner. Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about family wellbeing and community justice, and who are interested in utilizing their counseling skills in a legal setting.
Requirements
- Education: A Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related field.
- Licensure: Current and valid LISW, LPCC, or equivalent Ohio license.
- Experience: Minimum three years of experience working with both adults and children in a clinical, school, or similar setting.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in mediation and forensic settings is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Conduct meaningful custody evaluations
- Serve as a vital link to the court's judges and magistrates, offering comprehensive recommendations
- Leverage excellent interviewing and clinical skills to engage constructively with parents and children
- Deliver comprehensive, organized reports in a timely manner
- Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, neutrality, and professionalism
Benefits
- Starting Salary: $74,652.53, $35.89/hr.
- Lucas County offers an excellent benefits package and generous leave plan.
- Employees participate in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
