Probation Casework Assistant

Shasta County; Redding (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta County is seeking a Probation Assistant to support the Probation Department in a para-professional role. The position involves assisting a Deputy Probation Officer with routine casework duties, preparing reports, and conducting interviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong time management, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills, with the ability to learn new systems and procedures. A valid driver's license and the required educational background are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 units from an accredited college or university with coursework in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, social work, or other behavioral science.
• Two years of experience either working in a Probation Department or performing duties involving supervision, care, or leadership of juveniles or adults.

Responsibilities

• Process and transport clients according to guidelines.
• Process fines and other payments ordered by the court.
• Perform follow-up duties concerning delinquent fines.
• Perform drug testing on clients according to procedures and guidelines.
• Monitor minimal supervision cases.
• Log calls and monthly reports.
• Prepare and send Failure to Comply notices.
• Monitor fines and other payments.
• Interview defendants at the County Jail.
• Submit written reports to the Court.
• Interview and process defendants for Adult Work Program.
• Type lists, letters, memos, and forms as required.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Communicate with program staff and other agencies to share status information.

Skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

De-escalation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Decision making

Negotiation

Learning

Education

60 college units in behavioral sciences

Tools

Interviewing

Documentation

Job description

Shasta County is seeking a Probation Assistant to support the Probation Department in a para-professional role. The position involves assisting a Deputy Probation Officer with routine casework duties, preparing reports, and conducting interviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong time management, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills, with the ability to learn new systems and procedures. A valid driver's license and the required educational background are essential.