The Juvenile Court Counselor ensures a therapeutic team approach in the care and treatment of Court involved youth and families and serves as a liaison among Juvenile Probation and Juvenile Detention. The Juvenile Court Counselor will assist youth in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying mental and physical health conditions that perpetuate delinquent behavior with a focus on progress and recovery. The Juvenile Court Counselor will also provide mental health or behavioral assistance in an individual, group and family dynamic in a Detention or outpatient setting in the community.

The individual in this role will contribute as an active member of an interdisciplinary team working to provide mental health support to youth and families with the hope of creating compelling and long-lasting change. The Juvenile Court Counselor will confer with the staff of various disciplines of ongoing treatment of youth in the community setting as well as detained youth. Including engaging with youth by listening, offering suggestions, and helping youth with perception, self-realization, and self-management in accordance with youth's objectives and treatment plan goals.

We envision a future where all youth are connected to the community, contributing members of society, and accountable for their behavior. Pinal County Juvenile Court Services employs excellent professional staff, including experienced Clinical Supervisors who can provide supervision toward independent licensure for counselors or social workers.

JOB SUMMARY
The Juvenile Court Counselor is a part of a dynamic team within an integrated model of care dedicated to providing adolescents with support and resources that will inspire effective long-lasting change. We approach adolescent mental health concerns through a multidisciplinary model that facilitates ongoing communication between members of the care team and provides greater continuity of care.

This is a fast-paced clinical work environment that provides: solution-focused counseling, skills-based counseling, substance use counseling, Dialectical behavioral therapy, and crisis intervention. Successful candidates enjoy effecting change in others and working both autonomously as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. The salary in this posting represents entire grade range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range ($57,909 - $73,834).

WHY US?

Pinal County and the Superior Court offer amazing benefits. Who knew there was a workplace that wants to see your wellbeing by providing you with a Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service? Plus paid vacation, sick, and holidays? And benefit plans that include things like hospital coverage, pharmacy, medical, vision, dental... and more! We strive to work hard and reward hard work with our perks and balance. Benefits | Pinal County, AZ

• Conducts assessments and evaluations of juveniles and their families involved in the Juvenile Court System
• Provides individual, family and group counseling to at-risk youth
• Formulates treatment plans and evaluates outcomes
• Participates in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and Child Family Team meetings
• Conducts parenting skills classes
• Conducts therapy on an individual and group basis
• Consults with staff and participates in the development and monitoring of individual behavior plans
• Participates in crisis intervention
• Provides consultation, education and training to staff and other groups, including parents and other community members
• Researches and implements Best Practice treatment modalities
• Coordinates services with other agencies
• Maintains written records
• Prepares and provides educational and informational materials for community distribution
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information
• Perform other related duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK
We recognize that your time is valuable, so please apply if your degree is recognized as acceptable by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (approved curriculum or meets requirements from out of State).

• Licensure in one of the following areas. Please use this link to verify Accredited or Approved programs | Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (azbbhe.us).
  • LPC
  • LMSW
  • LAC
  • LMFT
  • LAMFT
  • LCSW
• Master's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or other related field.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background process.
• Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years of experience providing direct therapy to youth ages 8-17.

Conditions for continued employment:

• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire; provided by the County.
• May be subject to irregular work hours/schedules.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and procedures
• Clinical documentation and oversight
• ACA best practice standards
• AZBBHE rules and statues
• AHCCCS-funded treatment programs
• Community resources
• Knowledge of principles and practices used in professional social work services and techniques of psychotherapy and various treatment modalities
• Knowledge of medical terminology relating to mental and behavioral health treatment and substance abuse
• Knowledge of addiction and the needs, attitudes, and behavior patterns of drug and alcohol involved individuals, groups, and families
• Knowledge of conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques
• Knowledge of principles of human behavior and child development
• Ability to interview and collect information effectively in multiple settings
• Ability to establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients and co-workers
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to audiences of various social, cultural, ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds
• Ability to use electronic medical records, type in Word, and maintain electronic documentation
• Ability to effectively use video conferencing platforms

Skill in:

• Computers and related software
• Communicating effectively in both oral and written forms
• Motivational Interviewing

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain working relationships with individuals and community organizations
• Identify and utilize community resources
• Present ideas clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Work flexible hours

Under the supervision of an independently licensed Clinician:

• Conduct an initial and ongoing assessment of the need for substance use treatment and other behavioral health needs
• Conduct a professional level assessment to determine the appropriate treatment level and facilitate placement in treatment
• Coordinate placement into community-based treatment agencies
• Attend court staffing of cases and hearings
• Conduct crisis intervention assessments in a prompt manner as needed
• Document all pertinent case information in the client file and electronic record per policy
• Produce informative, concise notes consistently documenting client interactions and recommendations for treatment level of care
• Access and enter information into the computer system for distinct types of correspondence, records, and reports
• Provide verbal and written communications to probation officers regarding the assessment and any pertinent treatment referrals
• Interact with the public, employees, and other governmental agencies and respond appropriately to inquiries
• Participate in special projects as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to handwrite or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed both inside the confinement of a correctional facility, office setting, and in client homes. May be using a video conferencing platform. May be driving to locations throughout Pinal County in a County owned vehicle.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Working for the Judicial Branch in a safety-sensitive position, you are required to submit to pre-employment examinations that may include but is not limited to: criminal history with fingerprints and driving history, background interview, drug screening, psychological examination, and reference checks.

Every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States is welcome to apply.

However, Pinal County cannot currently offer visa sponsorship or STEM OPT.

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities.