The current opening is in the Youth Counseling Program, approximately 12-15 hours per week. Must have the availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Definition:
Under limited supervision, provides professional counseling services to individuals with a variety of problems related to substance abuse, school, family, and peers; conducts small group counseling, parenting and/or specialized court-mandated classes; maintains case files; and performs related work as assigned.

Class Characteristics:
The Counselor II classification is divided into two areas: the Youth and Teen Programs which corresponds to higher level counseling duties performed by individuals who possess a bachelor's degree and are working toward a master's degree, and the Counselor II Group Facilitator. The Group Facilitator must possess specific advanced level training and qualifications as set by the program standards.

Essential Job Functions:

• Receive referrals from schools, law enforcement, courts and other agencies on prospective clients requiring counseling services; provide appropriate information and feedback to referring sources.
• Conduct individual, group, and/or family counseling sessions, and court-mandated classes; assist clients and their family members in understanding the nature of family dysfunctions; assist clients and family members in understanding and accepting need for treatment.
• Perform crisis intervention counseling; refer clients and prospective clients to appropriate treatment sources.
• Respond with members of the Police Department to assist in cases of pre-delinquent behavior, gang activity, child abuse, unfit homes, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with governmental and community agencies regarding programs and services.
• Maintain case files and statistical information on client and unit activities; prepare and maintain records, correspondence, and reports.
• According to established procedure, obtain equipment, materials, and supplies necessary for program services.
• May assist in the training and supervision of volunteers and Counselors working in less advanced classifications.
• Establish and update required curriculum topics as dictated by the program.
• Establish and maintain group rules including confidentiality.
• Interact with co-workers at all levels in the organization in a collaborative and customer service-oriented manner.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform all duties within the context of the City's Mission Statement and Organizational Values.

Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position is qualifying. A typical example includes:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, and techniques of marriage, family, and child counseling.
• Characteristics of family relationships and family and group dynamics.
• Community resources available for mental health services.
• Pertinent laws and regulations.
• Ethnic and economic groups and cultural differences.
• Deviant behavior and gang subcultures.

• Provide liaison to other agencies and the community.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Supervise and train interns.
• Plan and implement program activities.
• Present education and information to the various media.
• Apply basic counseling techniques.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with internal and external customers.
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Operate a computer using a variety of software programs.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. (required).
• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or a related field (desirable).

• PC 1000 Program (Deferred Entry of Judgment) Group Facilitator: Must conform to the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health Drug and Alcohol Services Deferred Entry of Judgment program standards.
• Choices Program Group Facilitator: Must conform to the San Bernardino County Probation Department's Batterer Intervention program standards.
• Youth and Teen Counseling Programs: Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or a related field (required). Current enrollment in graduate level course work in counseling, social work, clinical psychology or a related field (required). Current registration as an intern with the Board of Behavioral Services (desirable).

• Not required for this position.

• Job specific training will be provided according to class specification during work hours.

Special Requirements:

• Depending upon assignment, possess a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Fluency in Spanish (including reading and writing) may be required depending upon assignment.
• Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and an administrative review.