Probation Officer I: Evidence-Based Community Supervision

Chester-County-of-Pennsylvania; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County is seeking an Adult Probation Officer I to supervise individuals on parole or probation and promote long-term positive change. You will enforce court-ordered conditions, gather information, and coordinate with victims, law enforcement, and treatment providers.

The role emphasizes risk/needs assessments, motivational interviewing, and timely court reporting, with field and occasional court appearances as needed.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written skills.
• Interviewing and investigating skills.
• Organizational and time management abilities.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Prioritization and multi-tasking.
• Motivated and able to work independently.
• Detail oriented and confidentiality.
• Honesty, integrity and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing supervision by maintaining regular contact with justice-involved individuals.
• Monitor compliance with probation/parole conditions and court-imposed rules.
• Gather information through interviews with clients, victims, and others as needed.
• Promote evidence-based practices like risk/needs assessments and motivational interviewing.
• Refer to treatment programs and monitor participation and progress.
• Complete and submit court reports with accuracy and timeliness.

Job description

Chester County is seeking an Adult Probation Officer I to supervise individuals on parole or probation and promote long-term positive change. You will enforce court-ordered conditions, gather information, and coordinate with victims, law enforcement, and treatment providers.

The role emphasizes risk/needs assessments, motivational interviewing, and timely court reporting, with field and occasional court appearances as needed.