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Pinal County, AZ

Court Counselor, Juvenile

Pinal County, AZ, Florence, Arizona, United States, 85179

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Salary :

$57,909.00 - $89,759.00 Annually Location :

Florence AZ 85132, AZ Job Type:

Full-Time Job Number:

202500786 Department:

Juvenile Court Services Division:

Juvenile Court Services Opening Date:

09/26/2025 Closing Date:

10/19/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

Description 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.

As a professional position in the Superior Court in Pinal County, Juvenile Court Services, this position requires appropriate state counselor licensing with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept temporary licensure. Licensure with Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners is required in one of the following:

LPC

LAC

LAP

LMFT

LMSW

LCSW

LAMFT

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. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within starting ($57,909) to midpoint ($73,834) of range. 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. Example of Duties Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES 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

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). We use to verify license status.

Licensure in one of the following areas:

LPC LMSW LAC LMFT LAMFT LAP LCSW

Master's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or other related field. Preferred Qualifications :

Two (2) years of experience providing direct therapy to youth ages 8-17. Conditions for continued employment:

Successful completion of a background check including fingerprints. Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire. 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. Supplemental Information 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

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.

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.

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. THIS IS CLASSIFIED AS SAFETY-SENSITIVE FOR PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND. Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service

Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service

Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges

Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite

Vaccination Clinics

Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events

Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite

Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite

Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online

Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

Dental and Vision Plans

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Alternative Work Schedules

Telehealth

Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education

Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

Civil Service Leave

VanPool Options

Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Plus, work with an amazing team of people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees (Above listed benefits are in effect as of January 7, 2024) 01

INSTRUCTIONS:

The information you provide on this online supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated along with your application. All questions must be answered.

You are encouraged to respond as specifically and as completely as possible. Attaching or referencing a resume will not be considered responsive. Answers related to specific job experience must be reflected on your application. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission of a material fact and partial information can result in disqualification.

Please check the box to indicate you have read and understood the instructions. 02

The department will use the email address and phone number listed on your application to contact you for interviews and status notifications. Do you understand that if you choose to omit, provide incorrect or outdated information you may be omitted from notifications about important steps in the recruitment process, including self-scheduling for interviews?

Yes No

03

Please list the non-temporary licensures you possess through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. 04

Please indicate the number of years of experience you have working in a mental health care system, child welfare system, juvenile probation, court/ criminal justice system, or social services agency with a focus on working with families and/or children.

None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more

05

Which of the following best describes the number of years of experience you have working or volunteering with youth ages 8-19?

None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more

06

Have you ever been terminated, discharged, or forced to resign from any position?

Yes No

07

If you answered yes to the question above, please name the employer, explain the circumstances and date of occurrence. If not applicable, type "N/A" in the box below.

08

The Superior Court in Pinal County conducts an extensive background investigation of criminal history.A criminal conviction does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually and based on job requirements. However, felony convictions and some violent misdemeanor convictions may result in disqualification for employment with the Superior Court. "Crime"

as used in this section means any and all felonies, misdemeanors, and serious driving offenses. "Crime" does not include minor civil traffic offenses. "Convicted"

means that you have been found guilty by a court or jury, pleaded guilty or no contest to a crime and/or have been sentenced for a crime, whether incarcerated, placed on probation, fined or received a suspended sentence.Do you understand you will be required to pass an extensive background that includes a criminal history check (which may include additional evaluations), in addition to education and employment verification?

Yes No

09

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the Juvenile Court Services Department shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents (detained juveniles), who has: (1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; (2) been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or (3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse. Please acknowledge you have read and understand the PREA requirements.

I have read and understand the PREA requirement as noted above.

10

Based on the job description in this posting, I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Yes No

11

In accordance with Arizona Statute 38-492 (https://www.azleg.gov/ars/38/00492.htm), if you qualify for Veterans Preference Points, indicate below what type and be sure to attach the required documentation of DD-214, Form FL-802, Form SF-15, or Veteran's Administration Office equivalent certification (1-800-827-1100 VA Regional Office) accordingly.

It is your responsibility to identify type and provide the required documentation if you wish full Preference Point consideration.

Veteran Disabled Veteran Spouse of Disabled/Deceased Veteran Does not apply

Required Question