Los Angeles County (CA)-posted about 2 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Los Angeles, CA
101-250 employees
Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development

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 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 evidence-based cognitive interventions on an as needed basis.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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).
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