Juvenile Probation Officer Job at LAPORTE COUNTY GOVERNMENT
The Juvenile Probation Officer for the LaPorte County Circuit Court Probation Department responsible for the supervision of juvenile probationers and assisting the court and its officers in decision making processes.
DUTIES
- Supervises and assists juvenile probationers consistent with court imposed probation conditions, including furnishing and explaining written statements of such conditions and monitoring probationers' compliance.
- Conducts pre-hearing interviews and pre-dispositional investigations of individuals' past criminal and social histories, verifies all information, and prepares and submits reports as required by law.
- Maintains accurate records of all cases investigated or assigned by the court, and furnishes records and reports to the court upon request.
- Assists the court, prosecutors, and law enforcement officials by making recommendations regarding the potential diversions of individuals charged with crimes to appropriate community alternatives.
- Recommends to the court modifications of conditions of probation, and notifies the court of cases of probation violation and recommends legal actions.
- Assists individuals on probation to obtain needed services from appropriate public or private treatment and/or welfare agencies.
- Testifies before the court regarding probationers' character, attitudes, behavior, and informs the court of probationers' status regarding compliance with terms of probation.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree in related field.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including practical knowledge of the customary practices and procedures of the court and specialized knowledge and understanding of the accepted principles involved in the supervision of probationers.
- Ability to effectively supervise, counsel and direct a wide range of individuals and to assist them in obtaining a variety of special services.
- Practical understanding of human motivation and behavior and ability to apply such knowledge in specific situations and cases.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and files.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,699.00 - $67,835.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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