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NEOGOV · 16 hours ago

Probation Officer II

Justice Center - West Chester, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$54K/yr - $54K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Probation Officer II who has completed at least one year of service in a similar role. This position involves counseling and supervising individuals on probation, ensuring compliance with court orders, and developing rehabilitation plans to reduce recidivism.

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Responsibilities

Provide ongoing supervision by maintaining regular contact with justice involved individuals, monitoring compliance with rules and regulations of probation & parole, along with any special conditions imposed by the court

Maintain professional and timely contact with family members, victims, members of law enforcement, the court, community, and treatment providers

Gather information through interviews with clients, victims, court, law enforcement, treatment providers and other parties as necessary

Ability to effectively support and use evidence-based practices such as risk/needs assessments, case plan, motivational interviewing and skill building with fidelity

Demonstrate the ability to testify in court without oversight

Utilize the risk/needs results to make appropriate referrals to treatment agencies to address the individual’s needs and continuously monitor the individual’s participation and progress in these programs to ensure compliance and appropriate outcomes

Enforce confidentiality of protected information

Ability to appropriately supervise individuals that have been stepped down from specialized caseloads such as Sex Offender, Domestic Violence, Substance Use, House Arrest, Mental Health, or those with past trauma

Ensure that all information pertaining to the case is well documented, thorough, and accurate

Ability to use trauma informed and trauma responsive in supervision strategies

Complete and submit Court reports with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, appropriate use of grammar and proper formatting

Actively promotes teamwork among units and the whole department

Attend and participate in local and regional meetings, seminars, trainings, and conferences to maintain the highest level of education in the field of probation and parole services, including knowledge about current Probation/Parole research

Support and monitor the collection of fines, costs, and restitution

Perform urinalysis and breathalyzer testing, as needed

Provide professional court testimony and demonstrate the ability to make fair recommendations for sentencing with minimum supervisory oversight

Ability to successfully complete defensive tactics training

Ability to obtain certification to complete C.R.N. evaluations

Perform duty team tasks, which include assisting with temporarily unsupervised caseloads, answering phone calls, and interviewing new clients who were sentenced or released from prison

Perform other duties, tasks, and special projects, as required

Qualification

Probation/Parole experienceEvidence-based practicesTrauma informed strategiesCriminal justice terminologyMotivational interviewingDefensive tactics trainingInterviewing skillsProfessional ethicsCase documentationCourt testimonyData entry skillsBasic computer skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeamworkOrganizational skillsIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, one year of probation/parole experience or equivalent combination of employment and training

Intermediate knowledge of criminal justice terminology and court procedures

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and prioritize

Strong ability to assess needs and priorities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong interviewing and investigating skills

Demonstrates integrity and honesty

Strong professional ethics

Must maintain a professional image

A valid driver's license is required

Demonstrate the ability to be trauma informed and trauma responsive in supervision strategies

Ability to effectively use evidence-based practices such as Risk/Needs Assessments, Case Planning, Motivational Interviewing, and skill building with fidelity

Successfully complete Defensive Tactics Training

Understand policies and procedures in the department

Strong knowledge of Department's Mission Statement, Guiding Principles, and Vision

Demonstrate the ability to attend court proceedings independently

Successfully complete The County Adult Probation and Parole Basic Training Academy or equivalent

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice or related field, two years or more of probation/parole experience or equivalent combination of employment and training

Familiarity with the laws and procedures concerning probation/parole supervision (i.e., search and seizures, violations, confidentiality etc.)

Knowledge of illegal and prescription drugs, and the effects, and length of time spent in someone's system

Working knowledge of psychology and substance abuse would be helpful

Knowledge of evidence-based practices and motivational interviewing