DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER II - TREATMENT AND COUNSELING

Salary : $77,370.72 - $110,077.20 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: F8609T-TC
Department: PROBATION
Opening Date: 06/04/2026


Position/Program Information
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT

Exam Number

F8609T-TC
Filing period

The application filing period will begin on June 9, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from anyone

Why Work for Us?

The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way in rebuilding lives and making our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a "Care First, Jails Last" approach.
Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?

The Probation Department seeks highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth in redirecting their behavior into pro-social channels, while supporting them through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and strengthening the community? If so, we encourage you to join our team.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits

Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation:


Benefits include a rich selection of health care options and robust retirement plans, including:

• Medical and Dental coverage
• Group life insurance
• Health care and subsidized dependent care spending accounts
• Long-term disability health insurance

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Deputy Probation Officer II - Treatment and Counseling positions are employed at the Probation Department's Residential Treatment, Detention Services, and Secure Youth Treatment facilities throughout the County of Los Angeles. Positions supervise probation youth within these facilities and provide on-site treatment services. Duties also include serving as team leaders, planning and implementing treatment programs utilizing accepted casework skills and techniques, preparing reports and recommendations for use by the Probation Department and the courts, and running small group sessions utilizing evidence-based cognitive intervention on an as-needed basis.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts individual therapy to address issues including stress, substance abuse, and family dynamics, in accordance with established treatment plans, for the purpose of modifying behavior and improving pro-social and vocational skills.
• Conducts daily group therapy using evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral interventions, to improve the psychosocial functioning of youth.
• Conducts family therapy in accordance with treatment plans to enhance communication and promote positive family dynamics.
• Provides crisis intervention counseling to de-escalate potentially harmful situations and/or high-risk behaviors.
• Motivates and encourages youth to engage in scheduled activities and schoolwork, utilizing motivational interviewing techniques.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling and treatment plans, as well as the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, to modify plans and diagnoses as necessary.
• Consults with other professionals regarding therapies, treatments, counseling resources, and techniques to ensure the effectiveness of each youth's treatment plan.
• Serves as the treatment team leader and facilitates weekly team meetings.
• Ensures youths' health, hygiene, and personal needs are met in consultation with nursing staff, physicians, and housing unit staff.
• Records services in accordance with the Department of Mental Health's standards for behavioral health services within the Integrated Behavioral Health Information System.
• Develops individual and family treatment plans.
• Writes and maintains progress notes and session documentation.
• Transports youth to court or other locations on an as-needed basis.
• Operates a single vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds, as needed

Requirements
SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health or behavioral science field related to the core business function of the department*. Programs should meet the appropriate professional California accreditation standards for their discipline (e.g., Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), American Psychological Association (APA), etc.). Out-of-state programs will also be considered if they are accredited by a recognized regional accrediting body and/or a national professional accrediting organization and are determined to be equivalent to California accreditation and education requirements for the discipline.
* Related degrees include:

• Social Work (MSW)
• Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, Forensic)
• Counseling
• Marriage & Family Therapy
• Behavioral Science
• Mental Health Counseling

Candidates must meet the qualifications for designation as a Peace Officer within the Probation Department, including, but not limited to:


1) No Felony Convictions
2) Work Requirement - Peace Officer must be legally authorized to work under federal law.
3) At least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. **


Appointees will be required to meet State-mandated CORE training requirements as defined by Standards for Training in Corrections (STC) within one (1) year of appointment, per STC guidelines.


Positions in this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion for a 40-hour introductory training course on the laws of arrest under Penal Code Section 832 and Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License at time of appointment. Some positions may require a California Class B Driver License and/or specialized endorsement.


PHYSICAL CLASS 4 - ARDOUS
This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.

OTHER REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must be in good general physical condition, free from any medical condition that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the essential duties of this classification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

* To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit:


We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**Applicants must be 20-1/2 years of age at the time of filing.
VETERAN'S CREDIT

If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran's credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application as soon as possible or email it to the exam analyst at View email address on click.appcast.io
WITHHOLD INFORMATION
No withhold will be allowed. Required education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

WORK CONDITIONS California Penal Code 830.5 states that Probation Officers are peace officers whose authority extends to any place in the state while engaged in the performance of the duties of their respective employment and for the purpose of carrying out the primary function of their employment or as required under Sections 8597, 8598, and 8617 of the Government Code. The authority and expectations of probation officers extend to:

1. To conditions of parole, probation, mandatory supervision, or post release community supervision by any person in this state on parole, probation, mandatory supervision, or post release community supervision.

1. To the escape of any inmate or ward from a state or local institution.

1. To the transportation of people on parole, probation, mandatory supervision, or post release community supervision.

1. To violations of any penal provisions of law which are discovered while performing the usual or authorized duties of the officer's employment.
2. To the rendering of mutual aid to any other law enforcement agency.

As peace officers, under the authority cited above, sworn Probation staff may need to address an escape, maintain supervision needs or quell illegal activity. Such duties may involve physical use of force, including restraining youth and/or adults. Therefore, any Probation peace officer position duties must include the ability to perform physical restraints on any person under probation, mandatory supervision, or post release

community supervision (i.e., Field or Institutions).


For more information regarding California Penal Code Section 830.5 please click
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
A thorough background investigation will be conducted, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:


1) Live Scan and Criminal Records Check
2) Polygraph Examination or Computer Voice Stress Analyzer Test.
3) Psychological Examination
4) Medical and Drug Screening Examination
5) Credit Check
6) Physical Agility Examination
Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible list pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04, including but not limited to the following:

• Who is addicted to the use of intoxicating liquors or narcotics or habit-forming drugs;
• Who is guilty of conduct not compatible with County employment, whether or not it amounts to a crime;
• Who has been dismissed or has resigned in lieu of discharge from any position, public or private, for any cause which would be a cause for dismissal from County service; or whose record of employment has not been satisfactory in the County service, or with any other agency or firm;
• Who has abandoned any position in County service or been absent from duty without leave of absence duly granted;
• Who has a made material false statement or who has attempted any deception or fraud in connection with this or any other civil service examinations;
• Who refuses to execute the oath as prescribed by law;
• Who refuses to be fingerprinted;
• Who refuses to take or fails to pass the prescribed medical examination.

Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination process will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) weighted 100% assessing:

• Written English
• Following Instructions
• Numerical Calculation
• Achievement
• Professional Potential
• Responsibility
• Teamwork

Applicants must meet the specialty requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible list.


MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.


This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.


TEST PREPARATION
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.


You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.


NOTE: All notifications, including invitation letters, will be sent electronically to the email address provided on your application. Please add the email addresses below to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Probation Department as they occur.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
AVAILABLE SHIFT
Any


APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment.


We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part.


Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.


New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, access to complete an application is available at public libraries throughout the county.


All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Testing Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at We require a completed " Request for Reasonable Accommodation" form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request.
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran's credit, please visit:
Revised September 2025
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01


The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. Also, the information you provide in this Supplemental Questionnaire will be used in the investigation into your background to assist in determining your suitability for a Peace Officer position as provided by Section 1031 of the Government Code of the State of California. You are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all information on this form. Incomplete statements, deliberate omissions or fraudulent statements may bar or remove you from consideration for employment as a Peace Officer.

• I understand the above information and instructions.

02


Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add the following e-mail addresses to your address book and list of approved senders to prevent e-mail notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail:
• View email address on click.appcast.io • View email address on click.appcast.io • View email address on click.appcast.io • View email address on click.appcast.io The County of Los Angeles will not consider allegations of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration.

• I understand the above information and instructions.

03


How did you learn about this position? Please select only one choice to this question?

• Bus Shelters, College Kiosks, or Billboards
• Career/Job Event (job fair; community event; campus recruitment, virtual career fair)
• College Job Boards
• Governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty
• Handshake.com
• Indeed.com
• Los Angeles County Probation Department website
• Military Job Boards
• Referral (employee; family; friend; etc.)
• Social Media

04


Do you possess a master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a mental health or behavioral science field related to the core business function of the department?
You must provide a copy of your diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from your school in order to receive credit for a master's degree.

• Yes, and I have attached my supporting documentation to my application.
• Yes, and I will email my supporting documentation to View email address on click.appcast.io at the time of fling or within 7 calendar days
• No, I do not possess a master's degree or higher.

05


If you selected yes on the previous question, please select your master's degree specialty.

• Social Work (MSW)
• Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, Forensic)
• Counseling
• Marriage & Family Therapy
• Behavioral Science
• Mental Health Counseling
• Other

06


If you selected "Other" from the previous question, please indicate your master's degree specialty below.
07


Are you at least 20 1/2 years of age at the time of filing this application?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• Yes, BUT my conviction has been dismissed by the courts or pardoned by a government official, or convicted as a minor for a juvenile offense.
• Does not apply, I do NOT have any felony convictions

09


Have you been convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs and/or reckless driving within the last 5 years (infraction/misdemeanor/felony)?

• Yes
• Yes, BUT my conviction has been dismissed by the courts or pardoned by a government official, or convicted as a minor for a juvenile offense.
• No

10


Have you been convicted for battery/assault within the last 7 years?

• Yes
• Yes, BUT my conviction has been dismissed by the courts or pardoned by a government official, or convicted as a minor for a juvenile offense
• No

11


Have you ever committed theft (over $950) or embezzlement?

• Yes
• No

12


Have you used any illegal drugs (methamphetamines, heroin, speed, cocaine, ecstasy, PCP, hallucinogens, hashish, etc.) within the last 5 years? (This question excludes the use of Marijuana.)

• Yes
• No

13


Have you ever sold, furnished, illegally manufactured, or grown any drug, narcotic or any other illegal substance including marijuana?

• Yes
• No

14


Background Information: Questions 14 - 17 pertain to the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Standard 115.317 guidelines that requires the Department to ask the following questions to all applicants and staff seeking promotion.

• I understand the above information.

15


Have you ever engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997)?

• Yes
• No

16


Have you ever been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?

• Yes
• No

17


Have you ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in questions 15 and 16?

• Yes
• No

18



WILLINGNESS QUESTIONNAIRE: Questions 18- 25. The following section of questions will be used to determine if you are willing to perform critical responsibilities for of role. Your responses to the first four questions will be used to determine your placement on the eligibility register. Your responses to the subsequent questions will be used when considering you for hire after placement on the register. The LA County Probation Department operates several facilities throughout the County designed to serve and care for youth while they are in juvenile detention. Working in a juvenile detention facility requires dedication to maintaining physical safety and supervision 24 hours per day, seven days per week, and 365 days per year.
It is CRUCIAL that the Probation Department maintain an adequate number of personnel to ensure safety and security of youth and staff, carry out facility operations and programming, and meet established standards and regulations. Dependable on-time attendance is ESSENTIAL. Failure to report for your assigned shift will unfairly burden your coworkers, forcing someone else to come in during their scheduled time off or requiring someone to stay for an additional shift that they were not expecting to work. Not only will this significantly impact your coworkers and partner agencies, but also their families, those who depend on them, and the youth within your custody. Personal responsibility and consideration for others are an important part of fulfilling our Mission and Vision.

• I understand the above Information.

19


A typical shift is 8 hours. However, under certain circumstances, you may be required to work up to 16-hour shifts including daytime and nighttime shifts. Are you willing to work up to 16-hour shifts including daytime and nighttime shifts, as needed?

• Yes
• No

20


Are you willing to work weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

21


Do you commit to accurately recording your hours and submitting them in a timely manner pursuant to County policies?

• Yes
• No

22


You will be required to work overtime in order to meet legal requirements on minimum staffing ratios for Juvenile institutions and/or departmental needs. Are you willing to fulfill this responsibility when asked?

• Yes
• No

23


You will receive calls with short notice to cover shifts that you were not scheduled for, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Are you willing to accept these calls and report when asked?

• Yes
• No

24


Do you understand the impact that tardiness and absenteeism will have on others?

• Yes
• No

25


Do you commit to reporting to your assigned shift on time?

• Yes
• No

Required Question