CUSTODY EVALUATOR (CONTRACT POSITION)

About Company:

At Bergen Family Center, we are more than a workplace—we are a mission-driven community dedicated to strengthening families and empowering individuals across Bergen County. Our team is made up of passionate professionals who are committed to making a meaningful impact every day through high-quality, compassionate services.

We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly matters. Whether you are working directly with clients or supporting operations behind the scenes, you play a vital role in helping us create stronger, healthier communities.

At Bergen Family Center, we invest in our staff through ongoing professional development, flexible work opportunities where possible, and a culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and purpose. Join us and be part of an organization where your career aligns with a greater mission—and where the work you do makes a lasting difference.

About the Role:

We are seeking a mental health professional with a background working with children and families to conduct assessments to resolve custody disputes. The Custody Evaluator will carry out interviews with parents and children, speak to individuals connected to the case and review pertinent documents. The Evaluator will compose reports on findings to ensure custody decisions are rooted in evidence and align with legal and ethical standards. Prior experience conducting evaluations is not needed but a background in family systems therapy is highly preferred. 

Benefits:

• Extensive training provided in a supportive environment. Opportunity to develop new skills set in a field quickly growing in demand. Mentoring provided by a family therapist with 30+ years in the field. 

Qualification & Skills

• LCSW (two years post licensure), LPC (two years post licensure), LMFT (two years post licensure), Psy.D. and Ph.D.

• Strong understanding of family dynamics and child development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain objective and unbiased in evaluations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of child development and family systems theory.
• Ability to make fair, unbiased recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing parents, guardians, children and collateral contacts. 
• Reviewing documentation, including medical, behavioral health, and school records related to the child's well-being.
• Preparing reports summarizing findings and recommendations for custody and arrangements.

Salary

• $1,500 to $1,800 per completed case depending on experience 

Hours

• Flexible hours and interviews need to be conducted onsite but writing/collateral interviewing can be conducted offsite.