Group Counselor Trainee - Extra Help

Salary : $45,427.20 - $60,361.60 AnnuallyLocation : Orange CountyJob Type : Extra-HelpJob Number : 7424GE-0723-063 (O)Department : Social Services AgencyOpening Date : 08 / 01 / 2023Closing Date : ContinuousCAREER DESCRIPTIONGROUP COUNSELOR TRAINEE(EXTRA HELP)THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.This recruitment is being held to establish an eligible list to fill current and future Group Counselor Trainee extra help positions within Social Services Agency. This list may also be used to fill similar and lower-level classifications.This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. These are Extra Help temporary positions (these are NOT permanent positions). These positions may require working on weekends. holidays or on emergency basis as needed.Do you have what it takes to be a Group Counselor Trainee?Social Services Agency (SSA), Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) has an immediate need to fill Group Counselor Trainee extra help positions. The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following : Learns to direct activities of childrenAssists with instructing children in standards of conductLearns to provide crisis intervention and disciplineAssists in providing the children a safe, secure environmentChecks for and reports illnessesLearns to assists in formulation of case treatment plans for assigned children with participation of child, other counselors, and Social Services WorkersLearns to keep routine of log of activityLearns to prepare case records, development assessments, care plans, log entries and special incident reports in compliance with applicable regulationsLearns to file information in case folders, extracts information for routine reports, totals and averages daily individual and unit grade Click here for additional information about the job duties. The Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) is a Temporary Shelter Care Facility, operated and owned by the County of Orange, Social Services Agency for children who have been abused, abandoned and / or neglected. Watch the video to learn more about County of Orange, Social Services Agency. Click to learn more about Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClickhere to view the complete classification description for Group Counselor Trainee CANDIDATES ORIENTATION The candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to a mandatory virtual Group Counselor Orientation. The orientation will cover the nature and expectations of the job. ONE DAY HIRING EVENTCandidates who successfully completed the orientation and confirmed interest for this opportunity will be invited to participate in the One Day Hiring Event which is scheduled on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.On the day of the event, candidates should be prepared for an interview, reference checks, health screening and a possible conditional job offer.WORK SCHEDULE The typical shifts for Group Counselor Trainees include 6 : 30 a.m. to 2 : 30 p.m. and 2 : 30 p.m. to 10 : 30 p.m. and include weekends, holidays, and on an emergency basis as needed.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will have experience working in a child care facility, group home, institutions, or similar type of work setting. Candidate who possesses a valid CA Driver's License is highly desired. In addition, candidates will also demonstrate experience in the following competencies : Technical Skills | Knowledge ofRecreational children programs and activitiesCrisis intervention techniquesProper methods of physical restraintEngage and interact with children Monitor and supervise children in a group home Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookSome knowledge of Title 22 RegulationsSafetyEnsure children's safety and maintain a safe and positive environmentFollow safety protocols and procedures Manage stress and maintain self-control during emergency or disturbance Report safety concerns efficientlyCommunication SkillsCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingListen actively Interact with children in a positive tone and manner Communicate effectively with children and others in emotionally charged situationDisplay a willingness to work with troubled and special needs children Interpersonal SkillsMaintain a calm demeanor De-escalate emotionally charged youthKnows how to listen without judgmentGenuine and empatheticTrustworthyEnergetic and enthusiastic when working with children Dependable and reliableCritical Thinking SkillsRespond to crisis / emergencies using positive interventionsWork independently and take initiative Adjust appropriately for different ages of each childMake sound judgments, actions or decisions to prevent injuryAlert and mindful of children's safetyTeamwork Maintain an open and approachable mannerBuild rapport with others SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will be required to undergo a background clearance check from California Department of Social Services (CDSS) and Community Care Licensing (CCL) and must successfully clear prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental / emotional abuse, and / or severe neglect of a child.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONSClickhere to view the Physical and Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions for Group Counselor Trainee.RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application and supplemental materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. Based on the Agency's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the recruitment process. Eligible List : Once the competitive process has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations.Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click to see the latest guidance for more details.EMAIL NOTIFICATION : Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.NOTE : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam / junk folders, and / or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS : Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Dori Edles at or (714) 245-6084. EEO INFORMATIONOrange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.Non-Management BenefitsIn addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidayswe also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types / Benefits.Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.01 Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No 02 Have you completed at least 12 semester units or equivalent in the behavioral sciences such as psychology, counseling, sociology or social work at an accredited college of university? Yes No 03 If your response is "yes" in question #2, please list the qualifying coursework, the number of units completed, and the name of the college / university. You must attach the unofficial transcripts when submitting your application for verification.NOTE : Applications without an attached transcript will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). Contact the recruiter for any questions. 04 Please mark any or all of the options that apply to you : I have experience working in a childcare facility I have experience working in a group home I have working in institutions (i.e. governmental facilities) None of the Above 05 Based on your response to question #5, please describe the duties and responsibilities you performed caring for and supervising the abused and neglected children. If none, please type "N / A". 06 Some positions may require a Class C California Driver License. Are you in possession of a valid Class C California Driver License or able to obtain at the time of appointment? Required Question

Salary : $45,427 - $60,362