County of Orange Jobs Hiring Now
County of Orange is hiring for 47 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations and compliance & legal, with listed salaries up to about $348,000. Migrate Mate updates County of Orange's live openings daily. The County of Orange is a California county government serving residents across Orange County through public health, public safety, infrastructure, legal, and social services.
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County of Orange hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 47
- Top team
- Business Operations
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Santa Ana
- Salary range
- $44,000–$348,000
Listed salaries for County of Orange roles on Migrate Mate range from about $44,000 to $348,000 per year across 47 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
Open Roles at County of Orange
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CAREER DESCRIPTION
GROUP COUNSELOR, NIGHTS
(EXTRA-HELP)
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights positions within Social Services Agency. The eligible list established may be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange.
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
ORANGE COUNTY
Orange County is a desirable place to live and is one of the premier employers in the region, a well as the third largest populated County in California. At the County you will find a variety, individual opportunity, job satisfaction, and the pleasure of working with colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference. You can learn more about the County of Orange by clicking here.
SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY
The County of Orange, Social Services Agency is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in three Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children.
Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency.
Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency.
ORANGEWOOD CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTER (OCFC)
The Social Services Agency (SSA), Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) is seeking qualified candidates to fill current and future Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights positions. OCFC is a Temporary Shelter Care Facility, owned and operated by the County of Orange through the SSA, that provides care for children who have experienced abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
Click here to learn more about Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC)
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights provides care, supervision, and counseling to children temporarily detained in protective custody at a 24-hour multidisciplinary shelter care facility. The position works under supervision and is responsible for maintaining a safe and supportive environment during overnight hours, responding to the needs of children, and performing other related duties as required.
The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides crisis intervention and administers appropriate discipline when necessary
- Supervises dependent children during awakening, in dressing and in preparing their sleeping area for the day
- Monitors children’s sleep patterns and ensures their safety throughout the night
- Fills out the required documentation, including behavioral observations and activity reports
- Checks for signs of illness and promptly reports health concerns
- Learns to maintain a routine activity log in accordance with facility procedures
- Learns to prepare case records, development assessments, care plans, log entries and special incident reports in compliance with applicable regulations
- Learns to file information in case folders, extracts information for routine reports, totals and averages daily individual and unit grade
- Works cooperatively and effectively with a multidisciplinary team of professionals
- Assists with general housekeeping
WORK SCHEDULE
Group Counselor, Nights typical shift is 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and include weekends, holidays, and on emergency basis as needed. It is expected and required that you must remain awake and alert during your scheduled work hours.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education and level of experience. Please click here (Download PDF reader) for information regarding the Extra Help benefits.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Professional and Technical Experience
- Title 22 Regulations
- Recreational children's programs and activities
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Proper methods of physical restraint
- Engage and interact with children
- Monitor and supervise children in a group home
- Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ensure children’s safety and maintain a safe and positive environment
- Follow safety protocols and procedures
- Manage stress and maintain self-control during emergency or disturbance
- Report safety concerns efficiently
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Actively listens to understand all viewpoints when others speak
- Interact with children in a positive tone and manner
- Communicate effectively with children and others in emotionally charged situation
- Display a willingness to work with troubled and special needs children
- Maintain a calm demeanor
- De-escalate emotionally charged youth
- Effectively listens with understanding and without bias
- Genuine and empathetic
- Trustworthy
- Energetic and enthusiastic when working with children
- Dependable and reliable
- Respond to crisis/emergencies using positive interventions
- Work independently and take initiative
- Provides age-appropriate support and guidance
- Make sound judgments, actions or decisions to prevent injury
- Alert and mindful of children’s safety
- Maintain an open and approachable manner
- Build rapport with others
- Works collaboratively with staff to ensure consistent and supportive care for children.
MINIMUM 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.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via e-mail of their status in the process.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates who meet the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Mandatory Orientation
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to attend a mandatory orientation which will provide information on the realities of the job. The orientation is usually scheduled in the evening hours between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Candidates who do not attend this mandatory orientation may not proceed in the recruitment process.
Online Assessment (Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications and attend the mandatory orientation will be invited to participate in an online assessment. The online assessment will be scored and will cover job-related skills and competencies needed for this position. After the assessment is completed and scored, only those applicants who are most competitive will move forward to the next step in the recruitment process.
Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The 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.
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
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 Crystal Sifuentes at crystal.sifuentes@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 541-7893.
EEO INFORMATION
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
CAREER DESCRIPTION
GROUP COUNSELOR, NIGHTS
(EXTRA-HELP)
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights positions within Social Services Agency. The eligible list established may be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange.
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
ORANGE COUNTY
Orange County is a desirable place to live and is one of the premier employers in the region, a well as the third largest populated County in California. At the County you will find a variety, individual opportunity, job satisfaction, and the pleasure of working with colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference. You can learn more about the County of Orange by clicking here.
SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY
The County of Orange, Social Services Agency is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in three Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children.
Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency.
Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency.
ORANGEWOOD CHILDREN AND FAMILY CENTER (OCFC)
The Social Services Agency (SSA), Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC) is seeking qualified candidates to fill current and future Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights positions. OCFC is a Temporary Shelter Care Facility, owned and operated by the County of Orange through the SSA, that provides care for children who have experienced abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
Click here to learn more about Orangewood Children and Family Center (OCFC)
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Extra-Help Group Counselor, Nights provides care, supervision, and counseling to children temporarily detained in protective custody at a 24-hour multidisciplinary shelter care facility. The position works under supervision and is responsible for maintaining a safe and supportive environment during overnight hours, responding to the needs of children, and performing other related duties as required.
The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides crisis intervention and administers appropriate discipline when necessary
- Supervises dependent children during awakening, in dressing and in preparing their sleeping area for the day
- Monitors children’s sleep patterns and ensures their safety throughout the night
- Fills out the required documentation, including behavioral observations and activity reports
- Checks for signs of illness and promptly reports health concerns
- Learns to maintain a routine activity log in accordance with facility procedures
- Learns to prepare case records, development assessments, care plans, log entries and special incident reports in compliance with applicable regulations
- Learns to file information in case folders, extracts information for routine reports, totals and averages daily individual and unit grade
- Works cooperatively and effectively with a multidisciplinary team of professionals
- Assists with general housekeeping
WORK SCHEDULE
Group Counselor, Nights typical shift is 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and include weekends, holidays, and on emergency basis as needed. It is expected and required that you must remain awake and alert during your scheduled work hours.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education and level of experience. Please click here (Download PDF reader) for information regarding the Extra Help benefits.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Professional and Technical Experience
- Title 22 Regulations
- Recreational children's programs and activities
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Proper methods of physical restraint
- Engage and interact with children
- Monitor and supervise children in a group home
- Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ensure children’s safety and maintain a safe and positive environment
- Follow safety protocols and procedures
- Manage stress and maintain self-control during emergency or disturbance
- Report safety concerns efficiently
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Actively listens to understand all viewpoints when others speak
- Interact with children in a positive tone and manner
- Communicate effectively with children and others in emotionally charged situation
- Display a willingness to work with troubled and special needs children
- Maintain a calm demeanor
- De-escalate emotionally charged youth
- Effectively listens with understanding and without bias
- Genuine and empathetic
- Trustworthy
- Energetic and enthusiastic when working with children
- Dependable and reliable
- Respond to crisis/emergencies using positive interventions
- Work independently and take initiative
- Provides age-appropriate support and guidance
- Make sound judgments, actions or decisions to prevent injury
- Alert and mindful of children’s safety
- Maintain an open and approachable manner
- Build rapport with others
- Works collaboratively with staff to ensure consistent and supportive care for children.
MINIMUM 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.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via e-mail of their status in the process.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates who meet the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Mandatory Orientation
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to attend a mandatory orientation which will provide information on the realities of the job. The orientation is usually scheduled in the evening hours between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Candidates who do not attend this mandatory orientation may not proceed in the recruitment process.
Online Assessment (Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications and attend the mandatory orientation will be invited to participate in an online assessment. The online assessment will be scored and will cover job-related skills and competencies needed for this position. After the assessment is completed and scored, only those applicants who are most competitive will move forward to the next step in the recruitment process.
Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The 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.
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
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 Crystal Sifuentes at crystal.sifuentes@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 541-7893.
EEO INFORMATION
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
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County of Orange's 47 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are business operations, compliance & legal, and compliance & risk. The County of Orange is a regional government body in California that employs professionals across public health, environmental services, civil engineering, law enforcement and prosecution, behavioral health, and information technology. Roles span clinical, technical, investigative, and administrative functions, reflecting the breadth of services a large county government delivers to its residents. Most County of Orange roles are based in Santa Ana, with some in Orange County and South Orange.
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How many jobs is County of Orange hiring for right now?
County of Orange is hiring for 47 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in business operations and compliance & legal. Positions span public health, civil engineering, prosecutorial, behavioral health, and technology functions, with opportunities across multiple departments serving Orange County residents.
What kinds of roles does County of Orange hire for?
The most active teams are business operations, compliance & legal, and compliance & risk. The County of Orange recruits across a wide range of disciplines, including environmental health specialists, civil engineers, attorneys, nurses, psychiatrists, cybersecurity analysts, and law enforcement investigators. Most postings are across all levels, with many roles requiring professional licensure, specialized degrees, or prior government or clinical experience.
Are County of Orange jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of County of Orange's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Santa Ana. Each County of Orange listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at County of Orange?
Find a role that fits your background on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing directly to County of Orange's own job portal at ocgov.com to submit your application. The County of Orange manages its own recruiting and hiring process, including any required exams, interviews, or background checks, independent of Migrate Mate.
What do County of Orange jobs pay?
Listed salaries for County of Orange roles on Migrate Mate range from about $44,000 to $348,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by County of Orange and shown on each listing.
Does County of Orange hire entry-level?
Most of County of Orange's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual County of Orange listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is County of Orange hiring?
Most County of Orange roles are based in Santa Ana, with some in Orange County and South Orange, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.