Job Summary

There is an opening for a Juvenile Probation Counselor in Juvenile Court Services. Applicants interested in this position must submit application materials by the first review date.

This position provides professional supervision of youth referred to the court for criminal acts and select non offender matters under the umbrella of balanced and restorative justice principles.

Clark County Juvenile Court Statement of Values
At our core we believe the power of Diversity enriches everyone. Diversity brings a range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. We strive to create and maintain a working and service environment that is safe, inclusive, equitable and welcoming. To this end we will treat all people with dignity and respect. If you do not share our values, please do not apply.

Women, people of color, and members of the LGBTQ+ communities, who are historically underrepresented in the law and justice profession are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

This position works as part of a 4-person team in the Connections Unit to provide family centered services using the wraparound process to youth that have behavioral health issues. The Probation Counselor will utilize research and evidenced based approaches in working with assigned youth. Washington State utilizes the Case Management Assessment Process (CMAP) as established by the Washington Association of Juvenile Court Administrators.  The Probation Counselor will use CMAP principals to guide interactions and case planning for youthful offenders.  Working with pre-adjudicated and adjudicated youth, the Probation Counselor oversees, and counsels assigned youth.  The Probation Counselor will utilize evidence-based practices to increase competencies of youth accused of committing crimes; and counsels and monitors youth on community supervision via working with parents and/or guardians, school officials, law enforcement officers, social workers, and other community resources.  Duties also involve working with and providing direction to case aides, interns, and volunteers; preparing affidavits, warrants, reports to the court and other information; attending court at hearings; providing liaison services with victims of crimes and determining restitution amounts.  This is a non-represented position.

First review of applications will be on 07/13/26.

Examples of Duties

EDUCATION:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in social science, criminal justice, law enforcement or closely related field and two (2) years of professional work experience in youth related services.  The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:

• Experience working with at-risk juveniles who also have behavioral health issues is highly desirable.

• Experience working on teams.

• An understanding of balanced and restorative justice principles.

• Experience with personal computers and related word processing applications.

Knowledge of:  Restorative justice principles; strength-based practices; rehabilitation, probation, and social casework; causes and treatment of juvenile delinquency; behavioral health issues; investigative techniques applicable to crimes by and against juveniles; operational characteristics, services, and activities of a juvenile services program; principles of human behavior and juvenile psychology; pertinent laws, codes, and regulations. 

Ability to:  counsel juvenile offenders and family members; respond to the needs of victims and the community; assess risk and protective factors; assess strengths and needs; communicate with youth and adults in a manner that gains respect and confidence; exercise good judgment; enforce rules and regulations positively; apply effective counseling skills in crisis situations; work collaboratively; teach youth skills to increase competencies; work efficiently on teams; organize and maintain case records.  In addition, this position requires an ability to analyze and evaluate data and prepare reports; provide support to clients, including problem-solving and motivating participation in positive activities; assess skills, problems, physical and mental health, and any other dysfunctions; and engage in community networking to form resources and linkage with community services.

SELECTION PROCESS

Application, Resume, and Cover Letter:  Candidates interested in applying shall submit the following items.  One does not substitute for the other.  Incomplete application submissions will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

• Online application

• Resume

• Cover letter detailing experience as related to the position.

Oral Interview:  The interview will be job related and may include, but not be limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.  Candidates should be prepared for panel interview format and interviews may be held in person or via video conferencing.

Employment References:  Reference checks will be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education.

Background Check:  A Clark County background check will be conducted.

First review of applications will be on 07/13/26.

Salary Grade

M3.10

Salary Range

$35.11 - $47.40- per hour

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Jevon Hall

Email:

Jevon.Hall@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.  Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.  More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. 
 

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.