Probation Counselor II

Salary : $68,774.37 - $114,625.06 Annually
Location : JUVENILE DETENTION CTR, 10650 PAGE AVE, FAIRFAX (FJ25), VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 26-00832
Department: Juv & Domestic Relations Court
Opening Date: 05/30/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S24
Posting Type: Open to General Public


Job Announcement


Oversees and directs the daily actions of residents placed in the Post Dispositional Program by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations General District Court (JDRDC). Ensures physical, psychological, and emotional well-being and health care of up to 8 residents with complex and/or multiple adjustment difficulties. Serves as a case manager for up to two residents assigned to the program. Provides individual and group counseling, addressing behavioral issues as identified on each resident's treatment plan and the goal of the group as determined by the team of unit counselors, post-dispositional administrators and clinical supervisor. Facilitates daily group counseling sessions, administers first aid and disbursement of medication as prescribed by a physician. Once identified, designs and implements a treatment plan to address the behavioral, substance abuse, and educational needs of the resident inside and outside of the program. Conducts weekly contact with parents/guardians and other stakeholders as necessary concerning the status of the resident. Assists in maintaining a daily log of intake and release statistics, medication required and administered, unusual behavior, shifts in mood, attitude change and developing of on-going patterns of performance, both positive and negative. Submits within required time limits complete, accurate, literate paperwork, i.e., behavior observations, serious incident reports, court evaluations, and progress reports. Assesses behavioral patterns displayed by residents. Assists in managing facility operations on assigned shifts addressing building safety, maintenance, and security issues. Completes and documents building safety and security checks at the beginning of each shift according to program, agency and state policy.

Performs other duties as assigned to further the goals and objectives of JDRDC.


Schedule: Works assigned swing shift schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Classified as essential personnel.

Illustrative Duties


(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

Residential Services:
Positions located in a residential facility supervise and direct house routines and therapeutic programs;
Ensures that residents maintain behavioral norms;
Coordinates and implements a residential program area such as recreational, educational or employment activities;
May drive a passenger van for educational and recreational trips;

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities


(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures;
Knowledge of the principles of psychology and sociology;
Knowledge of current social and economic conditions;
Ability to use technology to enter and retrieve information;
Ability to prepare complete case records and reports;
Ability to develop effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in social/behavioral sciences, criminal justice, or education plus two years of professional experience in probation work, social work, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, or counseling. A master's degree in the disciplines above may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Medication Management (Required within 6 months)
• Valid Driver's License (Required at the time of application)
• CPR/First Aid (Required within 30 days)
• Handle With Care (Required within 30 days)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is considered Emergency Service Personnel to ensure the continuity of essential operations, and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).
• The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:
  • Criminal Background Investigation
  • Child Protective Services
  • Sanction Screenings
  • Driving Record Check
  • Pre-employment Medical Evaluation
  • Tuberculosis Test

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or human development is preferred.
• At least one year of professional work experience supervising children/adolescents.
• Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing, Handle with Care, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT), and the Residential Services Information System (RSIS).
• Professional experience in counseling and treatment planning.
• Experience working in a (hardware) secure facility with detained youth.
• Knowledge of case work, computer keyboarding, and current social and economic conditions.
• Ability to interpret program rules and regulations, consistently exhibit effective communication skills, and develop effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Duties require the ability to physically restrain acting out residents, visual and auditory acuity, and the ability to communicate clearly in English in person, in written form, and on the phone.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include a written exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.


Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Requisition 26-00832
Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01


What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02


If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03


Please indicate your area(s) of study or major(s)/minor(s) towards a degree. Check all that apply.

• Criminal justice
• Social work
• Psychology
• Counseling
• Education
• Sociology
• Human development
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not Applicable

04


If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".
05


Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have working in probation work, social work, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, or counseling?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

07


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have working with youth and families involved in the court system or individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

08


How many years of full-time equivalent professional work experience do you have supervising children and/or adolescents?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

09


Do you have working knowledge of the following areas? Check all that apply.

• Juvenile Justice Transformation
• Evidenced Based Practices
• Code of Virginia
• Department of Juvenile Justice state standards
• None of the above

10


How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in case management?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

11


Do you have working knowledge of the following areas? Check all that are applicable.

• Motivational Interviewing
• Handle with Care
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Residential Services Information System (RSIS)
• None of the above

12


Please indicate your level of proficiency with Motivational Interviewing (MI).

• Beginner (Basic knowledge of the strategies and techniques of MI.)
• Moderate (Hands-on experience applying MI in the workplace.)
• Advanced (Extensive knowledge of MI including hands-on experience applying Motivational Interviewing in the workplace. Completion of advanced training in MI application. (If "advanced", respondent must present certificate in MI training prior to interview))
• No experience

13


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have in counseling?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

14


How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have with individual counseling?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

15


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have with group counseling?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

16


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have in treatment planning?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

17


How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have working in a (hardware) secure facility with detained youth?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

18


Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.

• Beginner (Basic knowledge of identifying the components of the Outlook environment; composing email messages; sending and receiving email messages; organizing email messages into folders; managing contacts; scheduling appointments; scheduling meetings, managing tasks, notes and journal entries)
• Intermediate (Knowledge of customizing message settings; organizing and locating Outlook messages; setting calendar options; tracking activities using the Journal; assigning and tracking tasks; sharing folder information; customizing the Outlook environment)
• Advanced (Extensive knowledge of almost all functions of program including personalizing your email; organizing Outlook items; managing data files; managing contacts and contact information; saving and archiving email; creating a custom Outlook form; working offline and remotely)
• No experience

19


Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• Beginner (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents)
• Intermediate (Knowledge of inserting and modifying graphic objects in a worksheet; customizing and enhancing workbooks; analyzing data using Pivot Tables, Slicers, and Pivot Charts)
• Advanced (Extensive knowledge of increasing productivity and improving efficiency by streamlining workflow; collaborating with others using workbooks; auditing worksheets; analyzing data; working with multiple workbooks; importing and exporting data, using Excel with the web)
• No experience

20


Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word.

• Beginner (Basic knowledge of creating, editing, formatting, and saving simple documents; inserting simple tables; and proofreading documents for accuracy)
• Intermediate (Knowledge of common commands such as creating a title; using, modifying, and creating styles; setting up the ruler; indenting paragraphs, using tabs and tables; inserting captions, footnotes, endnotes, special characters, or hard page breaks; using page numbering; creating headers and footers; inserting graphics; inserting an equation, adding comments and tracking changes.)
• Advanced (Extensive knowledge of almost all function of program including mail merge, macros, creating a table of contents, creating bookmarks and cross-referencing.)
• No experience

21


This position is considered Emergency Service Personnel and is essential for the continuity of operations. It may require working rotating shifts throughout the week, including nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather and/or emergencies, regardless of the County's operating status. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

Required Question