Counselor II, Part-time

Counselor II, Part-time

Salary

$35.43 - $43.06 Hourly

Location

City Hall, 13220 Central Ave, Chino, CA

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

202600038

Department

Community Services, Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

05/22/2026

Closing Date

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

Max Number of Applicants

100

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Job Description

Please Note: Recruitment will remain open until we receive the first 100 applications. We highly recommend submitting your application early to ensure consideration.

Were Hiring!

Join the City of Chino and Shape the Future

Are you ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced, creative environments where your ideas matter? If so, join our team as a part-time Counselor II!

The City of Chino offers a competitive salary. For more information, please click on the image below:

Who We Are

The City of Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, which is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together, we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community. The City of Chino pursues excellence in all facets of our operations and services, guided by the following Organizational Values:

• Commitment to Our Community
• Integrity & Accountability
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Partnerships & Teamwork
• Innovation
• Communication & Engagement

The Community Services, Parks & Recreation Department enriches lives by providing a wide range of recreational opportunities, parks, and social services for residents of all ages. The Department offers programs focused on youth, families, seniors, and individuals, promoting positive alternatives, healthy lifestyles, and community connection. From fitness and social activities to prevention and counseling services, it supports the well-being of the community in a safe and welcoming environment. The Department also manages citywide special events and operates local cultural attractions like the Chino Youth Museum and Old Schoolhouse Museum, while the Parks and Facilities Division ensures the care and development of all city parks and facilities. Guided by its mission to impact lives and build a connected community, this department plays a vital role in enhancing Chino's quality of life.

Duties/Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As our new Counselor II, you will:

• Conduct client screenings and assessments to evaluate substance use severity, identify needs, and develop individualized treatment and discharge plans.
• Provide individual, group, family, behavioral challenges, and family or peer-related issues.
• Collaborate with schools, law enforcement, courts, and community agencies to support clients and connect them with appropriate resources and treatment services.
• Monitor client progress, maintain accurate case documentation, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with mandated reporting requirements.
• Respond to crisis situations and assist with intervention efforts involving at-risk youth, gang activity, family dysfunction, abuse, or other community concerns.
• Support prevention and education programs by maintaining program materials, updating curriculum content, and staying informed on current counseling practices, legislation, and community resources.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has knowledge of substance use disorders, addiction recovery, and counseling techniques for individuals, families, and groups.
• Can assess client needs, conduct interviews, provide crisis intervention, and develop effective treatment or service plans.
• Maintains accurate, confidential case documentation and demonstrates strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with clients, families, community partners, and City staff.
• Is organized, exercises sound judgment and professionalism, and can effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business tools to support daily operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or a related field.
• Experience: Three (3) years of experience in individual, small group, and family counseling, or the treatment and rehabilitation of substance abuse.
• Licenses and Certifications:
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Special Requirements

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Light Physical Effort: involved typical workplace tasks such as typing, writing, filing, and operating light office equipment, with no strenuous physical activities required.
• Work Environment: Generally performed in standard office settings with no unusual physical or environmental demands; lifting is minimal, typically not exceeding 25 pounds.

Ready to Apply?

All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chinoca. Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, or until a maximum of 100 applications are received. Let's build something amazing together.

Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Luis Arevalo, Human Resources Specialist II at larevalo@cityofchino.org or (909) 334-3559.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The City of Chino is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Department at (909) 334-3274. Requests should be made three (3) business days in advance.

Prospective employees selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination and a background check, including professional reference checks. The background check, paid for by the City, also includes Live Scan fingerprinting through the Department of Justice.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Chino offers a generous benefits package to its eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary options. The specific benefits available are based on the bargaining unit of your position. To see the specific benefits for your position, please follow the link below to the city websites benefits page and select the benefits document that corresponds to your positions bargaining unit.

Employee Benefits | Chino, CA (cityofchino.org)

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License that can be maintained throughout employment?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you currently enrolled in a master's program from a university in counseling, social work, clinical psychology, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04

Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher
• None of the Above

05

Are you currently registered as an AMFT, APCC, or ACSW with the Board of Behavioral Services (desired)?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in individual, small group, and/or family counseling, or in the treatment and rehabilitation of substance abuse?

• Yes
• No

07

Please briefly describe your experience related to counseling and/or substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation, including the populations served and your primary responsibilities.

Required Question

Employer City of Chino

Address 13220 Central Avenue

Chino, California, 91710

Phone 9093343274

Website http://www.cityofchino.org