Juvenile Hall Counselor - Extra Help

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Juvenile Hall Counselor - Extra Help

Napa County Napa, California, United States

Job Description:

Juvenile Hall Counselor - Extra Help

Description

The Napa Valley

Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small-town living and big city amenities.

Napa County as an Employer

As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE and Discover the Difference you can make!


The Position

The Napa County Probation Department is recruiting to establish an eligibility list for Juvenile Hall Counselor classification, which may be filled I or II level, depending on qualifications .This recruitment is for the on-call float pool, with at least thirteen (13) Extra-Help vacancies available, to support the current operations of the Juvenile Hall.

Under California Code of Regulations Title 15, gender is a bona fide occupational qualification for the Juvenile Hall Counselor position.

Extra Help positions are temporary assignments with a schedule up to 29 hours per week (up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year) and have limited benefits Extra Help employees are not eligible for promotional opportunities that are open to regular part-time and full-time employees.

About the Position & Department:
Juvenile Hall Counselors are responsible for the supervision, care and custody of youth detained in Juvenile Hall, and assist with counseling juveniles that are referred to the Hall. The Napa County Probation Department operates adult and juvenile court-related services in the areas of investigation and supervision with the mission to enforce court orders to inspire positive change, transform the lives of offenders, victims, and families, and promote community safety. The Department is also responsible for the overall operation of the County’s Juvenile Hall, which provides custody, counseling, medical care and guidance of delinquent and custodial youth in a variety of programs. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT HERE .

Pay & Benefits: NOTE: Position Requirements: To qualify for the Juvenile Hall Counselor I classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:To qualify for the Juvenile Hall Counselor II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:*Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, individual must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.

The Recruitment Process:

Online applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The next review of applications will be the week of October 20, 2025. The dates for the information session, physical agility test, written examination, and oral panel examination are tentative and will be provided in more detail via email once the details are organized and confirmed.

The recruitment process in order to establish an eligibility list includes:
Orientation Booklet for the BSCC written exam: Adult-Corrections-Officer-Juvenile-Corrections-Officer--Probation-Officer-Study-Guide-PDF (countyofnapa.org)

Physical Agility Test:


PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION

SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.

FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.

SELECTION PROCESS -

FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$6,089.20 - $6,604.00 Monthly
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