Child Custody Mediation & Counseling Specialist

Stryker Corporation; Merced (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Division Family Court Services in Merced seeks a Child Custody Recommending Counselor to mediate custody disputes and prepare court reports. You will conduct custody evaluations, interview families, and provide recommendations to the court in a timely, professional manner.

The role requires a master's degree in a related field and at least two years of experience in family counseling; a California driver’s license may be required. You will attend hearings and support court processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree or equivalent in social work, psychology, marriage, family and child counseling or related behavioral science.
• Two years of experience in family and divorce counseling or psychotherapy, preferably in family conciliation settings.
• Valid California driver's license; some positions may require it.

Responsibilities

• Mediate custody/visitation disputes and seek settlements in the child's best interest.
• Conduct court-ordered custody evaluations under applicable rules and prepare reports.
• Interview parents, children and collateral parties; prepare reports and recommendations for the court.
• Attend hearings and testify as required; maintain case records and statistics.
• Coordinate with agencies and conduct education classes on divorce and child custody topics.

Skills

Interviewing methods

Mediation techniques

Negotiation techniques

Court testimony

Report writing

Case management

Interviews with families

Education

Masters degree in social work or related field

Job description

Division Family Court Services in Merced seeks a Child Custody Recommending Counselor to mediate custody disputes and prepare court reports. You will conduct custody evaluations, interview families, and provide recommendations to the court in a timely, professional manner.

The role requires a master's degree in a related field and at least two years of experience in family counseling; a California driver’s license may be required. You will attend hearings and support court processes as needed.