Counselor Intern

Job Summary: The Juvenile Court Intern is an Entry/Trainee level position that works under close supervision. This position is not covered under the Pinal County Merit System. Incumbents in this position serve at the pleasure of their respective Appointing Authority. The employment relationship of incumbents in this position is "at will"; the employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause. 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 be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range ($15.15 – $16.78 per hour).Mission Statement: Creating positive growth opportunities by implementing programs that empower youth and strengthen families while improving community safety through the use of evidence-based practices.

What We Do: The Pinal County Department of Juvenile Court Services provides youth, victims and families with the resources and tools for achieving success through seamless solution-based continuum of care. We provide public safety under the jurisdiction of the Superior Court and redirect juveniles to become more accountable for their actions. The Juvenile Court Counselor Intern works with and supports treatment staff to ensure a therapeutic team approach in the care and treatment of Court involved youth and families and serves as a liaison among Dependency, Juvenile Probation and Juvenile Detention. The Juvenile Court Counselor Intern, under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional, will assist youth and families in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying mental and physical health conditions that perpetuate negative behavior with a focus on progress and recovery. The Juvenile Court Counselor Intern, under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional, 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, including the assigned clinical supervisor, on ongoing treatment of youth and their families in the community setting as well as detained youth. Including engaging with youth by listening, offering suggestions, and helping youth and their family with perception, self-realization, and self-management in accordance with youth and family's objectives and treatment plan goals.

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.

Typical Classification Essential Duties: Examples of 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 and family. Formulates treatment plans and evaluates outcomes. Participates in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings, Child Family Team meetings and Adult Recover 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. Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information. All tasks are completed under the supervision of experienced clinical staff as well as a licensed clinical supervisor. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

Minimum Job Requirements: Must be enrolled in a MSW program with an accredited School of Social Work OR Must be enrolled in a Master's Level Counseling Program with an accredited School of Counseling. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to finger, reach, perform repetitive motion, lift, hear, speak, stand, walk, operate motor vehicles and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. Work is performed in a juvenile detention facility, in an office setting and/or the community. 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.