Probation Officer: Counseling, Supervision & Reentry

Jackson County; Jackson (MI); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jackson County is seeking a Probation Officer to conduct investigations, prepare pre-sentence reports, and make sentencing recommendations. The role supervises and counsels individuals on probation to ensure compliance with court-ordered conditions and support reintegration into the community.

The position involves meetings with probationers, monitoring terms, conducting drug/alcohol tests, and providing crisis intervention when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, counseling, or closely related area.
• Two to three years’ experience in criminal justice or counseling preferred.
• Certified to conduct alcohol assessments within three months of employment.

Responsabilités

• Review defendants' background, conduct interviews, verify records.
• Prepare pre-sentence investigation reports with background and impact statements.
• Make sentencing recommendations to the Judge (incarceration, probation, restitution, treatment).
• Meet probationers to explain orders, monitor compliance, and report violations.
• Provide individualized supervision and connect clients to benefits, employment, housing, and healthcare.
• Attend court hearings and maintain accurate case records; use monitoring systems as needed.
• Offer crisis intervention and continue professional development in related areas.
• May assist with arrests or provide intensive supervision for high-risk offenders.

Connaissances

Effective communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Professional boundaries

Formation

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice/psychology/counseling

Outils

Photographic equipment

Audio/Video equipment

Word processing / spreadsheets / database tools

Description du poste

Jackson County is seeking a Probation Officer to conduct investigations, prepare pre-sentence reports, and make sentencing recommendations. The role supervises and counsels individuals on probation to ensure compliance with court-ordered conditions and support reintegration into the community.

The position involves meetings with probationers, monitoring terms, conducting drug/alcohol tests, and providing crisis intervention when needed.