Juvenile Probation Clinician II- Juvenile Courts (0324)

Nature of Work

At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

In 2023, Coconino County Juvenile Court (CCJC) earned the distinction of becoming the first certified trauma informed juvenile court in the country. The principles and practices of a trauma informed approach guide our work with youth, families, staff, and community members. CCJC also function under the belief that all kids are capable of success no exceptions.

Under supervision, the Clinician provides individual, family, and group counseling, to youth in Juvenile Court programs including Probation, Detention, and in other programming and activities. The Clinician will serve as part of a Court Team to plan, coordinate and implement treatment programming, and will provide optimal behavioral health services to meet the emotional, social, and mental health needs of youth dealing with a variety of behavioral health issues including substance abuse. Probation, Detention, and Treatment & Programming staff work as collaborative teams to coordinate trauma-informed agency and community-based services to meet the individual needs of each youth and family.

A Clinician with an LMSW, LAC, or LASAC will earn supervised work experience and support toward an independent-level license.

Please note: We are re-opening this position to obtain a larger applicant pool, if you have applied, you do not need to re-apply, your application will be viewed.

Typical Duties

(Illustrative Only)

• Assists youth and their families as needed with a variety of issues including substance abuse, depression and suicidal ideations, emotional regulation and re-regulation, mental illness, family domestic violence and dysfunction, and effective parenting etc.

• Conducts initial interviews and provides assessments of youth, their parents, and family systems

• Develops individual and family treatment plans and implements Youth and Family Based Approaches

• Trains in and implements specific counseling modalities as Family Based Approaches, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Juvenile Sex Offense Specific Treatment, Seeking Safety and other Trauma Focused Therapies for Youth and their parents.

• Conducts individual, family, and group therapy sessions

• Communicates and develops positive working relationships with parents/guardian/custodian regarding the positive development of their son, daughter or family member

• Facilitates conflict resolutions as needed

• Provides consultations and consults with probation officers and other professionals regarding clients' behavior health issues and needs

• Provides emergency behavioral health assessments and interventions and works with outside resources to resolve crisis and coordinate care

• Works with Juvenile Detention Staff in the assessment of behavior health needs of detained youth and assists in determining required level of supervision and care

• Prepares court reports in a timely manner

• Appears in court to report client progress

• Maintains treatment records and prepares reports

• Assists in training new staff as assigned

• Oversees activities of interns/staff assigned to the program

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: standing and walking; vision acuity (near and far); working with and around others; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in behavioral health field such as social work, psychology, psychiatry, counseling or closely related field with evidence of state mandated 3,000 supervised psychotherapy hours. Must be a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor, or clinical Psychologist in the state of Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications:Training and experience withspecific counseling modalities; 5 years of experience working as a licensed clinician.

This position is exempt.

This position is safety sensitive.

Note:Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, and techniques of individual, family, and group counseling

• Child and adolescent development theories and applications

• Dynamics of behavioral and emotional problems

• Trauma related symptoms, needs, and interventions

• Indications of juveniles with co-occurring disorders, such as substance abuse and related issues

• Crisis intervention techniques

• Basic principles and methods of treatment for delinquent and criminogenic behavior

• Principles of supervision and training for adults

Working knowledge of:

• Juvenile Court proceedings

• Human behavior and the various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds

• Secure program procedures and policies

• Record keeping, documentation and report writing

• Group activity planning and leadership

Ability to:

• Communicate and collaborate respectfully with clients, families, coworkers, and community members from diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds

• Coordinate the activities of various individuals, agencies, and service providers

• Analyze complex problems and situations and suggest effective and reasonable courses of action

• Maintain current licensure and all required training

• Plan effectively

• Communicate ideas clearly, concisely and effectively

• Conduct detailed research and prepare reports and findings

• Identify and utilize appropriate professional support as needed

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, service providers, health care professionals, and the public

• Work safely, and support the culture of workplace safety

• Follow written and verbal instructions

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.