Family Services Evaluator- Circuit Court- Contractual

Cecil County Circuit Court is seeking a Family Services Evaluator. This is professional social work position for the Circuit Court. The evaluator will triage family law cases for determination of appropriate case management. Additionally, the evaluator will conduct investigations/evaluations, document review, crisis interventions and other work as directed in all family law cases. This position is supervised by the Family Support Services Coordinator and the Court Administrator. This position serves at the pleasure of the County Administrative Judge.

Position requirements:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work. C
• urrent licensure as Clinical Social Worker is required.
• Relevant experience preferred 2 years as a clinical Social Worker and experience working in a court environment.
• Individuals should possess at least two years of social work experience in the family area.
• It is preferred that applicants possess diagnostic experience in the substance abuse, domestic violence, mental health or family related fields.
• Possession of a valid Class “C” non-commercial driver’s license with no more than three (3) points.
• LCSW – Clinical License issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.

Duties:

• Gather information and evaluate family law cases, including matters pertaining to custody and access, custody, and visitation, which require the knowledge of child development, family dynamics, domestic violence, substance abuse, child abuse, behavioral disorders, and mental illness.
• Triage family law cases for immediate issues which may include drug testing, intimate partner domestic violence screening and risk assessments.
• Plan, manage and conduct child custody evaluations. Interview litigants, collateral sources, and various agencies to gather information, which directly relate to appropriate family cases, as directed by the court.
• Plan and conduct custody evaluation conferences in which a summary/explanation of evaluation recommendations are presented to counsel/parties with focus on best interest standard and parental strengths and discussion of specific coparenting logistics.
• Work with litigants, counsel and the bench during domestic cases and effectively utilize crisis intervention techniques.
• Plan, manage and conduct, internal court-ordered mediations and/or family meetings regarding child custody and visitation disputes.
• Prepare and present clear, concise, and accurate written and verbal reports to the bench, the bar, and litigants.
• Testify in court as required.
• Maintain confidential information according to legal standards and/or court regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare statistical reports related to caseload.
• Work with the Family Law Office regarding overall case management, procedure, and trainings.

Cecil County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, political affiliation, or handicap. EOE/AA/ADA.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000