Probation Counselor — Court & Community Impact

Spokane County Washington; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spokane County District Court Probation Division seeks a dedicated professional to conduct intake interviews, develop case histories, and monitor offenders on probation or in confinement settings. You will prepare reports and collaborate with courts, treatment providers, and other agencies to ensure compliance with conditions and progress toward goals.

The role emphasizes independent judgment, discretion, and adherence to policies while supporting offenders and maintaining detailed records in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology or Psychology.
• Experience in casework, probation, counseling, investigation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and orientation for new offenders; develop case histories and probation plans.
• Write evaluation and pre-sentence investigation reports with background data and recommendations to the court.
• Monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions and coordinate with treatment providers.

Skills

Adult probation knowledge

Counseling skills

Interviewing skills

Report writing

Case management

Communication skills

Judgment and independence

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Databases

PC software

Job description

Spokane County District Court Probation Division seeks a dedicated professional to conduct intake interviews, develop case histories, and monitor offenders on probation or in confinement settings. You will prepare reports and collaborate with courts, treatment providers, and other agencies to ensure compliance with conditions and progress toward goals.

The role emphasizes independent judgment, discretion, and adherence to policies while supporting offenders and maintaining detailed records in