Probation & Parole Officer - Community Reintegration Leader

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

131 Department of Corrections is hiring Probation and Parole Officers across Region II to supervise offenders in the community and in re-entry programs. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, assessment of criminogenic needs, transition planning, and treatment referrals.

Knowledge of reporting and counseling techniques is essential, with opportunities to advance from Level I to Level III. The position requires collaboration with community stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in psychology, sociology, social work, criminology, education, criminal justice or police science.
• Two years of correctional experience for Level II; four years for Level III; master’s degree can substitute one year.
• Willingness to travel as required; valid driver’s license; basic knowledge of reporting and records.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adult offenders using motivational interviewing to assess criminogenic risk/need and determine stages of change.
• Refer offenders to treatment programs and monitor adherence to transition plans and conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for releasing authorities; supervise in community settings and assist with employment support.
• Conduct investigations including pre-sentence, interstate, pre-pardon and pre-parole.
• Monitor offender payments and assist in security operations as needed.
• Conduct regular drug/alcohol screening of offenders.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Case management

Criminogenic assessment

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in psychology/sociology/social work/criminology/education/criminal justice

Job description

131 Department of Corrections is hiring Probation and Parole Officers across Region II to supervise offenders in the community and in re-entry programs. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, assessment of criminogenic needs, transition planning, and treatment referrals.

Knowledge of reporting and counseling techniques is essential, with opportunities to advance from Level I to Level III. The position requires collaboration with community stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and