Probation Officer
CurrentWork includes conducting pre-sentence investigations or supervising the progress of individuals who have been accepted into and placed on probation. Work involves making responsible recommendations and reporting on the progress of clients. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general supervision of a higher level probation official. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, observation and analyses of results obtained. Carries an assigned caseload of investigations. Formulates plans of probation and presents written and oral recommendations. Interviews clients, their families, victims, and interested individuals to determine the nature of the offense committed and the client’s employment, financial, and family situation for sentencing recommendations. Supervises cases involving probationers placed on probation by the Court. Recommends termination or extension of probation. Advises clients of available community resources and makes referrals as necessary. Cooperates with representatives from various social welfare and law enforcement agencies in cases of mutual interest.Monitors clients in specialized programs dealing with such matters as substance abuse, domestic violence, sex offenses, shoplifting and the like. Confirms client’s participation and attendance as part of terms and conditions of probation. Refers clients and members or their families to organizations such as AA, Al-Anon, or other privately funded programs which can meet their needs. Appears and gives testimony in court regarding probation violations and similar matters.May coordinate the work of volunteers or student interns. Maintain program records according to state licensing requirements. May work with victims and assailants in domestic assault or mentally ill/developmentally disabled cases. Serves on various agency and community advisory boards and committees and performs other related work as assigned.