[MSW] FW: Positions with Dallas County

[Leanne Farquhar]

The reason I am sending this email is because this summer two staff members are retiring (both have been in their positions for over 20 years, so there is not much turnover for these jobs) and the positions will be posted in the February timeframe.  If possible, could the positions be posted for Texas A&M-Commerce MSW graduates?  The graduates must be licensed and have at least two years experience (the more experience the better).  For more details than are listed below, interested MSW graduates can call me at 214-653-6621 or email me at myra.kirkland at dallascounty.org<mailto:myra.kirkland at dallascounty.org>.

The annual salary range is from $61,135 to $76,260, depending on experience.  Most of our staff were hired with 5 years or more experience, so their starting salary was in the $75,000+ range.

Below are the qualifications needed, functions, and duties.  Although Family Court Services will be happy to review all qualified candidates, we are trying to keep Family Court Services as diversified as possible so we are particularly interested in candidates who are male or of Asian descent – also being bilingual is a plus.

Thank you for any help you can provide in finding the right person who wants a long-term position and loves working in the legal system to help families.

Myra Kirkland, JD, LMSW
Manager, Family Court Services
214-653-6621

Family Court Services Counselor/Evaluator Job Description

Summary of Functions:  Provides objective, professional assessments of families involved in contested litigation to assist the court in making the disposition of the case.

Duties and Responsibilities:


1.       Conducts court ordered assessments of all family and household members involved in contested litigation (pursuant to the Texas Family Code and professional guidelines) and makes community contacts and professional consultations regarding cases.

2.       Synthesizes information into written reports (child custody and adoption evaluations) for use by the court in the disposition of the cases and makes specific recommendations for the dispositions or referrals to address problems encountered by the children and family members.

3.       Mediates with clients and attorneys to resolve cases through alternative resolution of contested issues.

4.       Conducts child interviews at the request of the court to evaluate and report issues of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental illness and child abduction.

5.       Testifies in court as an expert witness.

6.       Assists management in the development, implementation and review of agency services.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human services field of study required.

Minimum two years of experience under professional supervision during which the individual performed evaluation of physical, intellectual, social, and psychological functioning and needs to develop an understanding of the social and physical environment to meet those needs.

Special Requirements:

Must be independently licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Knowledge of standard software applications.  Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department, and the general public.  Must pass an extensive background investigation.  Mandatory drug testing prior to employment.  Most possess a valid Texas Drivers License and good driving record.  Will be required to provide a copy of 10-year driving history.  Most maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code.  Must obtain mediation training within one (1) year of the employment date.  Mandatory drug test prior to and during employment.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

Standard office environment.  Will be required to make home visits for inspections and evaluations.




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