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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">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
<a href="mailto:myra.kirkland@dallascounty.org">myra.kirkland@dallascounty.org</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">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.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">Myra Kirkland, JD, LMSW</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">Manager, Family Court Services</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#2E75B6">214-653-6621</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Family Court Services Counselor/Evaluator Job Description</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Summary of Functions:
</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Provides objective, professional assessments of families involved in contested litigation to assist the court in making the disposition of the case.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Duties and Responsibilities:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Mediates with clients and attorneys to resolve cases through alternative resolution of contested issues.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Testifies in court as an expert witness.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="mso-list:Ignore">6.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Assists management in the development, implementation and review of agency services.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Minimum Qualifications:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Successful completion of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human services field of study required.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Special Requirements:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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). </span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">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
<u>Dallas County Code</u>. Must obtain mediation training within one (1) year of the employment date. Mandatory drug test prior to and during employment.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Physical/Environmental Requirements:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Standard office environment. Will be required to make home visits for inspections and evaluations.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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