Probation & Parole Counselor

Franklin County, PA; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County is seeking a Probation Officer I to investigate, advise, and counsel individuals under supervision to promote their successful reintegration into the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences or related field, completion of annual in-service training, and the ability to conduct interviews, prepare reports, and work with diverse agencies. The position includes field visits, court testimony when needed, and a commitment to public safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement or related field.
• At least 1 year of human services related experience preferred.
• Must complete 40 hours of in-service training per year which will include all training essential to the current use of force policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises probationers and parolees and counsels them to help them in their personal, social, and economic adjustment in the community.
• Conducts social case histories, intake interviews and pre-sentence investigations of offenders, interviewing offender, victim, police, family, employer, associates, and other individuals with knowledge of the offender.
• Prepares reports on the outcome of investigations, analyzing information gathered and recommending appropriate rehabilitative action to court.
• Maintains contact with families, friends, employers, clergy, and other persons concerned with aiding clients in their adjustment to the community.
• Collects urine samples and conducts drug tests, observing universal precautions; completes associated forms and reports as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement or related field

Tools

2-way radios

Handcuffs

Shackles

Breathalyzers

Drug-testing equipment

Batons

OCAT spray

Electronic monitoring equipment

Firearms

Job description

Franklin County is seeking a Probation Officer I to investigate, advise, and counsel individuals under supervision to promote their successful reintegration into the community.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences or related field, completion of annual in-service training, and the ability to conduct interviews, prepare reports, and work with diverse agencies. The position includes field visits, court testimony when needed, and a commitment to public safety.