Custody and Visitation Mediator

State of North Carolina - Judicial Branch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Judicial Branch seeks a Custody and Visitation Mediator (NS) to provide non-adversarial mediation for custody and visitation disputes in the 11th Judicial District Court. The role emphasizes structured sessions and child-focused outcomes under NC General Statutes §50-13.1.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field, plus two years in child development or family dynamics, and at least 40 hours mediation training, with a valid North Carolina driver’s

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, family counseling, or related field.
• Two years of experience in child development or family dynamics.
• At least 40 hours of mediation training by a qualified instructor.
• Must possess a valid NC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation sessions advising clients of what to expect in the custody mediation process.
• Provide a structured, confidential, non-adversarial setting to facilitate the cooperative resolution of custody and visitation disputes and minimize the stress and anxiety to which the parties and especially the child is subjected.
• Facilitate mediation sessions using the neutral techniques of mediation to assist the parties in resolving the issues in dispute.
• Employ knowledge of child development and family dynamics during the mediation process to assist parties in making decisions regarding the custody and visitation of their child/children.
• Assist the parties to develop custody and visitation agreements that are in the child's best interest.
• Prepare the written parenting agreement in accordance with the party's mutual decisions.
• Interface with the court community and the community at large to foster and enhance knowledge of and confidence in custody mediation services.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Conflict resolution

Public speaking

MS Word

Office equipment

Education

Master's degree in psychology

Master's degree in social work

Master's degree in family counseling

Mediation training (40 hours)

Job description

Custody and Visitation Mediator (NS)

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $64,654.00 - $104,904.00. The 11th Judicial District Court, which consists of Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, and Warren counties, seeks a mediator to provide uniform services in the Custody and Visitation Mediation Program in accordance with NC General Statutes §50-13.1. These cases involve unresolved issues regarding the custody and/or visitation of children under the age of 18 in an effort to reduce litigation of custody and visitation disputes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation sessions advising clients of what to expect in the custody mediation process.
• Provide a structured, confidential, non-adversarial setting to facilitate the cooperative resolution of custody and visitation disputes and minimize the stress and anxiety to which the parties and especially the child is subjected.
• Facilitate mediation sessions using the neutral techniques of mediation to assist the parties in resolving the issues in dispute.
• Employ knowledge of child development and family dynamics during the mediation process to assist parties in making decisions regarding the custody and visitation of their child/children.
• Assist the parties to develop custody and visitation agreements that are in the child's best interest.
• Prepare the written parenting agreement in accordance with the party's mutual decisions.
• Interface with the court community and the community at large to foster and enhance knowledge of and confidence in custody mediation services.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of

• child development and family dynamics
• mediation and negotiation techniques
• case management principles
• report formulation
• time management

Skills in

• oral and written communication
• analysis
• conflict resolution
• public speaking
• Microsoft Word
• using general office equipment including computers, printers, and telephones

Ability to

• use neutral techniques of mediation obtained through training and experience
• assist the parties in evaluating the impact on the child of specific custody and visitation arrangements that they might be considering
• maintain neutrality in the treatment of the parties
• diffuse a threatening situation if necessary
• assist in the resolution process
• manage cases and meet program goals in a timely manner
• draft parenting agreements and use computer hardware and software

Must possess a valid NC Driver's License.

Minimum Education and Experience

Master's degree in psychology, social work, family counseling, or a comparable human relations disciple and two (2) years of experience relating to child development, family dynamics or comparable areas. Additionally, for a person to qualify to provide mediation services pursuant to NC General Statutes §39A (7A-494), he or she must have at least forty (40) hours of training in mediation techniques by a qualified instructor of mediation as determined by the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC). This training may be acquired before employment with the NCAOC or may be provided while on the job. Attach cover letter, résumé, and writing sample.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers. The North Carolina Judicial Branch participates in E-Verify, an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

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Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

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