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Job Description
Salary Range
$112,694.40 - $136,864.00
Job Description
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is accepting applications for the position of Supervising Family Court Counselor. Under general direction, the Supervising Family Court Counselor supervises professional staff engaged in court-mandated family mediation services for disputed custody and visitation matters; assists with program and policy development/implementation; performs other related duties as assigned.
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Example of Duties
NOTE: The following are duties performed by employees in this classification; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all listed duties.
1. Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and reviews the work of Child Custody Recommending Counselors; ensures that timelines are met; consults with staff on difficult and high profile cases; reviews staff reports for compliance with mandates and local policy, as needed.
2. Participates in the selection of staff, evaluates employee performance, conducts counseling on performance issues, recommends, and administers disciplinary actions.
3. Provides effective leadership for staff in performance of mediation and counseling assignments, including feedback on formal and informal basis; increases staff competency and learning.
4. In cooperation with the Managing Family Court Counselor and other Supervising Counselor(s), develops best practices and prepares policies and procedures related to the work of the department.
5. Conducts mediations in custody disputes; makes determinations and recommendations to the Court; makes collateral contacts to understand a case being mediated, as appropriate; attends court hearings and provides testimony, briefs Family Law Judicial Officers about particular cases, as requested; provides case follow-up as directed by the court; works collaboratively and provides professional support to the Managing Family Court Counselor and the Family Court Services team.
6. Conducts special assessments requested by the court; addresses client complaints; coordinates with in-court and community agencies to expedite referrals for needed client services; collaborates with support staff to ensure high quality customer service; coordinates the development and presentation of relevant educational programs for staff.
7. Attends professional conferences, group meetings and workshops.
8. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in psychology, social work, marriage, family and child counseling or other behavioral science, substantially related to marriage and family interpersonal relationships.
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Experience:
The equivalent to five years of full-time professional counseling or psychotherapy experience in a setting related to the areas of responsibility of the court (e.g., dispute resolution, child protective services) with the diverse populations to be served. Supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision; legal terminology, court operations; courtroom procedure, etiquette and conventions; California Family Court system; child development, child abuse and clinical issues relating to children; effects of divorce and domestic violence on children; child custody research sufficient to enable a counselor to assess the mental and physical needs of children; principles and techniques of counseling; clinical interviewing and mediation techniques; practices and techniques of psychological assessments; problem-solving and conflict resolution methods and techniques; crisis intervention methods and techniques; cultural diversity and competency issues; proficient in written in oral communication; personal computers and word processing software.
Ability to understand applicable laws, manuals, codes and guides; prepare concise reports and records; make formal oral and written presentations; apply research principles and methods; evaluate program procedures and effectiveness; use independent judgment in making recommendations; reach logical and sound conclusion based on the evaluation of facts and conflicting information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, attorneys, judges, the public and other professionals; facilitate individual problem recognition, identification and solution; mediate and resolve disputes; remain calm and exercise patience in working with culturally diverse parties under stressful and/or hostile situations; interpret and evaluate information regarding family dynamics; determine pertinent aspects of cases and recommend useful interventions; exercise sensitivity toward cultural issues; operate modern office equipment and personal computers and use specified computer applications, including word processing.
This position includes a one-year probationary period. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of fingerprint check and the provision of appropriately identifying documents to certify eligibility to work in the United States.
Hiring Process
The hiring process will include the following components:- An initial screening of all application materials receivedincluding a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. A resume does not substitute for completing the application. An incomplete or partial application or supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification.
- A review of the completed application and supplemental questionnaire to select the best-qualified candidates for the oral panel interview process.
- An oral interview that will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises.
The Court reserves the right to change the components of the examination process and may limit the number of candidates invited to the oral interview process to include only the best-qualified candidates should there be a large applicant pool.
The application and supplemental questionnaire are used to evaluate the candidate's qualifications. If you are interested in the opportunity, it is recommended that you submit your application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible since this recruitment may be closed at any time should the Court receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
If you require accommodation in the examination process because of disability, please call (510) 891-6021 to discuss.
Job Posting End Date
July 9, 2025 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Superior Court of California, County of Alameda
Show moreThe Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is a state trial court whose mission is to fairly and efficiently resolve disputes arising under the law and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and the United States. The Superior Court is part of the judicial branch of government that includes trial courts, Courts of Appeal, and the California Supreme Court. The Judicial Council of California establishes the rules and policies that govern trial court operations. The Court is a state-funded independent public employer.
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda has approximately 700 employees in 9 locations and serves 1.6 million residents in all trial court matters including criminal, civil, juvenile dependency and delinquency, family law, probate, guardianship, conservatorship, mental health, and traffic cases. Following are the 9 Court locations:
Alameda – George E. McDonald Hall of Justice
Berkeley – Berkeley Courthouse
Dublin - East County Hall of Justice
Fremont - Fremont Hall of Justice
Hayward – Hayward Hall of Justice
Oakland - René C. Davidson Courthouse complex
Oakland - Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse
San Leandro – John George Psychiatric Pavilion
San Leandro - Juvenile Justice Center
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is committed to investing in staff and operations, so that Court employees will be able to offer the highest level of service that true access to justice demands.
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda’s mission to provide access to justice for all drives Court operations. The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is committed to ensuring equal access to court services and inspiring public confidence in the court system through excellence in service, integrity, impartiality, competence, and diversity.
About Alameda County:
Alameda County is located on the east side of the San Francisco Bay extending from Berkeley and Albany in the north to Fremont in the south. The County has varied geography with wooded hills, vineyards, streams, and lakes. Elevations range from sea level to 3,817 feet at Rose Peak in the southern part of the County.
Alameda County offers air, sea, and ground transportation access to the rest of the United States and the Pacific Basin. The County has long been hailed as the transportation hub of the West. The County is served by one of the world's most advanced and comprehensive transit systems, including the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system.
The County is home to some of the most prestigious educational and research campuses in the world, the University of California, Berkeley, and Lawrence Livermore Labs. In addition to these institutions, the County offers a developed and diverse system of higher education institutions, and an extensive network of cultural and outdoor recreational activities.
Alameda County is one of the most ethnically diverse communities in the nation. -