Licensed Family Consultant

Who We Are

The Family Resolutions Specialty Court (FRSC) is a problem-solving court designed to help parents with children under 18 settle issues in probate and family court. It offers support for co-parents to manage and reduce conflict, help settle parenting and financial arrangements collaboratively in the child's best interests, and provide tools for productive future parenting and co-parenting. Parents meet with a judge and additional legal staff in Court Conferences as needed to aid parents in settling their cases.

What We Offer

• Work with an agency that intentionally puts social justice into action both within the workplace and in service to the diverse communities and people we serve.
• Strive for both program and staff excellence.
• Experience the rewards of making a difference in people’s lives.
• Access hundreds of in-house professional development courses as well as training grants and career counseling to take your career to the next level.
• Grow within the agency.
• Enjoy an excellent benefits package & generous time off.

What We’re Looking For

• A Master’s degree or higher in a mental health field (required).
• Independent licensure in a behavioral health field required (LADC, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT).
• Familiarity with local services and providers such as mediation, conciliation, housing and economic programs, parent education, mental health treatment, substance use treatment, special education, professional financial advice, etc. (required).
• Knowledge of adult development in the context of family dissolution and family conflict (required).
• Knowledge of child development and development in the context of family dissolution and family conflict (required).
• Experience in and commitment to working collaboratively with a team (required).
• Experience with the court system as a Guardian Ad Litem, expert witness, or through educational opportunities such as specialized courses regarding family law (preferred).
• Experience providing marital/co-parent counseling in the context of family dissolution and family conflict (preferred).

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply! Or please email your resume to Elisa Auker at elisa.auker@bhninc.org. BHN stands by its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.