Probation Officer

This position is responsible for providing comprehensive supervision and case management of assigned probationers. This is a full-time non-exempt position.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Screens and processes all assigned incoming cases through disposition.
• Supervises assigned probationers; maintains related files as required.
• Conducts office, school, employment and/or home visits according to department standards.
• Documents all contacts with probationers in chronological order.
• Prepares various written reports; maintains accurate documentation, including case plans, chronological notes, exit plans, and follow-ups.
• Interviews and counsels’ probationers; mediates between victims and perpetrators; conducts individual and family counseling; meets with probationers.
• Performs drug screening procedures on probationers.
• Refers probationers and their families to appropriate agencies and treatment providers.
• Submits violation reports and attends all required court hearings.
• Attend meetings with representatives of other agencies.
• Completes case plan reviews.
• The ability to operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of judicial and probation planning, case management, and rehabilitation principles, practices, procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of available community resources and social service resources for application to functional area of responsibility.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skilled in interpersonal, leadership, planning, management and communication; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing and in presentations.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and concise reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.