Juvenile Diversion Counselor

City of Arcata is hiring a full time Juvenile Diversion Counselor

Apply online by 11:59 p.m. on February 8, 2026.

$72,154.83 - $92,089.88/yr.
(3% salary increase in July 2026)

Interviews scheduled for Thursday, February 19th.

Position performs a wide variety of activities related to juvenile diversion and youth and family services programs; maintains relations with community social, legal and education agencies; provides counseling, intervention and case management services to youth and families experiencing conflicts, crisis and trauma. An ideal candidate thrives in providing crisis intervention and counseling with a diverse range of people in emergency or stressful situations, excels in managing competing priorities, and can function within a law enforcement environment.

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 equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field; and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in counseling or other human services field involving direct service provision with juveniles and families.

Apply or review the full job duties at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/arcataca or contact Arcata City Manager’s Office, 736 F Street, Arcata, (707) 822-5953. EOE.