Forensic Evaluator & Screening Specialist

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　　Forensic Evaluator & Screening Specialist

　　Salary

　　$65,000.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Boise, ID

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time with Benefits

　　Job Number

　　02083

　　Department

　　Trial Court Administration - Family Court

　　Opening Date

　　02/05/2024

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　General Summary

　　Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Trial Court Administration team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.18% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing.

　　This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

　　The Trial Court Administrator, Sandra Barrios, oversees all administrative responsibilities of the Fourth Judicial District. This includes responsibility for facilities management; serving as a liaison between agencies, the media, and the public; and developing and carrying out policies that enhance court system performance.

　　Our Mission is to support court systems that put people first and ensure access to the court.

　　Learn more about Ada County Trial Court Administration by visiting their website. Ada County Trial Court Administration (https://adacounty.id.gov/judicial-court/court-administration/)

　　$65,000 + D.O.E.

　　POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY

　　This position conducts forensic parenting time evaluations and serves as an expert witness to provide information to family law judges in high-conflict custody, divorce, and domestic violence cases. Responsibilities also include conducting family law case screenings and creating brief focused assessments to assist with the potential for alternative dispute resolution options for families. This position serves as a valuable resource to families as it conducts co-parenting workshops, conflict resolution, provides recommendations, resources, education and consultation regarding the needs of children to parents in conflict. The position is located in the Ada County Fourth Judicial District Court, Family Court Services office.

　　Essential Functions

　　Conducts forensic parenting time evaluations consistent with Idaho Rules of Family Law Procedure 719 including investigation, providing a detailed report and court testimony;

　　Conducts family law case screenings to determine the potential for alternative dispute resolution options for families;

　　Provides resources to parties in civil court;

　　Facilitates current co-parenting workshops;

　　Offers information related to child development, such as age appropriate schedules and the effect of conflict on children;

　　Identifies and resolves blocks to negotiating a parenting plan;

　　Provides instruction on developmental needs and age appropriate parenting schedules;

　　Supervises the work of and mentors interns;

　　Presents educational material to community agencies regarding children's needs and developmental issues.

　　ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Performs research on related material to assessments, i.e. impact of conflict on children;

　　Assists in classes as needed;

　　Reviews files for the family law judges;

　　Calculates child support;

　　Provides information for pro se parents pertaining to the civil court process and other paperwork necessary in their divorce or custody cases;

　　Assists in basic office support such as answering the phones and compiling data as requested;

　　Performs other court-related duties as required;

　　Demonstrates commitment to public service.

　　Job Requirements

　　A Master's degree from an accredited university in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or a related field from an accredited college or university, required;

　　A minimum of three years' experience working with families and individuals in crisis, preferred;

　　Current licensure within the State of Idaho; LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, licensed social worker preferred, or licensed professional counselor;

　　Idaho Supreme Court recognized custody mediator preferred;

　　Knowledge of how to prepare for and give testimony at deposition and/or at trial;

　　Knowledge of how to research and consider professional standards, laws, and rules;

　　Skill in the facilitation and presentation to small and large groups;

　　Skill in developing trust, confidence, and cooperation of persons;

　　Ability to understand and comply with Idaho Rules of Family Law Procedure 719: Parenting Time Evaluation;

　　Ability to understand and comply with the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Model Standards of Practice for Child Custody Evaluations, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, or the American Psychological Association Guidelines for Child Custody Evaluations in Family Law Proceedings;

　　Ability to understand and comply with the Idaho Rules of Family Law Procedure 720: Brief Focused Assessments;

　　Ability to independently plan and manage work assignments, work timelines, and work completion;

　　Ability to exercise professional judgment;

　　Ability to communicate clearly and effectively;

　　Ability to write reports clearly documenting relevant facts and conclusions;

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality;

　　Ability to maintain cooperative working relationship with employees, county officials, and the public.

　　OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

　　The incumbent may be required to work beyond normal business hours in order to meet the requirements of the court, attend meetings or make presentations;

　　The incumbent is subject to a criminal history check.

　　Work Environment & Physical Demands

　　Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;

　　May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.;

　　Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.

　　DISCLAIMER:

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

　　Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

　　Healthcare:

　　Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

　　Post-employment health savings account

　　Retirement and Investments Plans:

　　PERSI retirement benefits

　　457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

　　401(k)

　　Wellbeing Program:

　　Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

　　Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

　　Free bus pass

　　Paid-leave:

　　11 paid holidays per year

　　8 weeks paid Parental Leave

　　Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

　　Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

　　5 days paid bereavement leave

　　Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

　　Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

　　Optional Benefits:

　　Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

　　NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

　　Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

　　AFLAC

　　Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

　　Agency

　　Ada County

　　Department

　　Trial Court Administration - Family Court

　　Address

　　200 W. Front St. Boise, Idaho, 83702

　　Website

　　www.adacounty.id.gov

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