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: F8609S-TC
Department: PROBATION
Opening Date: 09/03/2024
Closing Date: 5/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Position/Program Information
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT
EXAM NUMBER:

F8609S-TC
FILING PERIOD:

Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 8:00 a.m., (PT)

Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

Open Competitive Job Opportunity


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 is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then join our team!


CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
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 provide treatment to mentally ill probation youth and their families, and act as team leaders, plan and implement treatment programs utilizing accepted casework skills and techniques, prepare reports and recommendations for use by the Probation Department and the court, and supervise juvenile hall, Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF), or camp, or Dorothy Kirby Center probation youth, run small group sessions utilizing evidenced-based cognitive interventions on an as needed basis.
Essential Job Functions

• Conducts individual therapy to address issues including stress, substance abuse, and family dynamics following developed treatment plans for purpose of modifying behavior and to improve pro-social and vocational skills.
• Conducts daily group therapy following evidence-based practices using cognitive behavioral interventions to improve the psycho-social functioning of youth.
• Conducts psychotherapy in order to alleviate or decrease mental health symptoms.
• Conducts family therapy as part of the treatment plans to enhance family communication and increase positive family dynamics.
• Provides crisis intervention counseling to minors to deescalate potentially harmful situations and/or high-risk behaviors.
• Motivates and encourages minors to engage in scheduled activities and schoolwork utilizing the principles of motivational interviewing.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary.
• Consults with other professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources, or techniques to ensure the effectiveness of the minor's treatment plan.
• Acts as the treatment team leader and facilitates weekly team meetings.
• Ensures minors health, hygiene, and personal needs are met in consultation with the nurse, medical doctor, and the housing unit staff.
• Records services in accordance with the Department of Mental Health standards for behavioral health services in the Integrated Behavioral Health Information System.
• Develops treatment plans for the individual and family.
• Writes progress notes on and documents sessions.
• Transports minors to courts or other locations on an as needed basis
• Drives single vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds as needed.

Requirements

SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS:
A Master's* Degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology, Counseling, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from an accredited college.

Appointees must either be currently licensed or pursuing their licensure in their area of specialty with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners or the California Board of Psychology.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Appointee must obtain a California Class B Driver License within 90 days of appointment.


PHYSICAL CLASS:
4- Arduous: 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*In order to qualify and receive credit for any college such as a Master's degree or higher, you must indicate on the job application and attach a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization and degree awarded with Registrar's signature and/or school seal with your application at the time of filing in NEOGOV or within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing or your application may be rejected. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.


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) Citizenship - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Applicants will be required to submit their documents during the background process.
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 to this class will be required to possess a certificate of completion of 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).


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 extends 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 persons 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. (A) 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 Here


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

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 Selection Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register.


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 below email addresses 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 INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as-received basis the names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months.


VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department.


AVAILABLE SHIFT
Any


APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.


Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT, deadline. You may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.


Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements to qualify, as listed on this job bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.

Important
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the class specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.


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. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.


Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.


Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.


LA County Public Library may require prior reservations to use their computers. Please visit the following link at for more information.


No Sharing of User ID and Password
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to compete fairly in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io. You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) and provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.


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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:
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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 experience or 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.

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• I understand the above information and instructions.

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How did you learn about this position?

• County of Los Angeles website
• Los Angeles County Probation website
• Social Media
• Career/Job Event (job fair; community event; campus recruitment)
• Job Board (Indeed com; GovernmentJobs.com; or similar)
• Referral (employee; family; friend; etc.)
• Other

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If you selected "OTHER" to the previous question, please indicate below how you learned about the position.
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Do you possess a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology, Counseling, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling?*You must provide a copy of your diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from your school in order to receive credit for a 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 within 7 calendar days from the last day of filing.
• No, I do not possess a Master's Degree.

06


Have you been DISQUALIFIED for a peace officer position with the Los Angeles County Probation Department as part of the background process within the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

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 5years (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

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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

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

• Yes
• No

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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


I am willing to work overtime in order to meet legal requirements related to minimum staffing ratios for Juvenile institutions and/or departmental needs.

• Yes
• No

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