Juvenile Probation & Intervention Officer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; King George (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Leave benefits

FSA

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia’s Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Probation Officer I in King George County. The role involves probation and intake services, with ongoing supervision and interventions to promote youth accountability and public safety.

New hires undergo 4 weeks of in-person training within six months, with travel required. Competitive benefits include holidays, paid leave, health and dental insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending, life insurance, and EAP.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of criminal justice system including court proceedings.
• Ability to interview clients.
• Knowledge of client counseling techniques.
• Ability to assess client needs and develop case plans.
• Identify community resources and human service agencies.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including written reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain by the date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic and delinquent intake services, and juvenile probation and parole supervision.
• Provide effective interventions and services for competency development and accountability to promote juvenile behavioral change and public safety.
• Complete the required 4-week in-person training within the first six months.
• Day and overnight travel are routine requirements for this position outside of training.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Interview techniques

Counseling techniques

Case planning

Communications

MS Office

Driver's license

Job description

Commonwealth of Virginia’s Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Probation Officer I in King George County. The role involves probation and intake services, with ongoing supervision and interventions to promote youth accountability and public safety.

New hires undergo 4 weeks of in-person training within six months, with travel required. Competitive benefits include holidays, paid leave, health and dental insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending, life insurance, and EAP.