Deputy Probation Officer Ii; Treatment And Counseling

Position: DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER II (TREATMENT AND COUNSELING)
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 atthe 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 report sand recommendations for use by the Probation Department and thecourt, and supervise juvenile hall, Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF), orcamp, or Dorothy Kirby Centerprobationyouth, runsmallgroupsessionsutilizingevidenced-based cognitiveinterventionson an as needed basis.

• Conducts individual therapy to address issues including stress,substance abuse, andfamily 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.
• Conductspsychotherapyinordertoalleviateordecreasementalhealthsymptoms.
• Conducts family therapy aspart ofthe treatment plans to enhance family communicationandincrease 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 andthe accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary.
• Consults withother professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources, or techniques to ensure the effectiveness of the minor's treatment plan.
• Actsasthetreatmentteamleaderandfacilitatesweeklyteammeetings.
• Ensures minors health, hygiene, and personal needs are met in consultation withthe nurse, medical doctor, andthe housing unit staff.
• Records services in accordance withthe Department of Mental Health standards for behavioral health services inthe Integrated Behavioral Health Information System.
• Developstreatmentplansfortheindividualandfamily.
• Writesprogressnotesonanddocumentssessions.
• Transportsminorstocourtsorotherlocationsonanasneededbasis
• Drives single vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds as needed.

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…