Senior Probation Officer - Sex Offender Supervision

Lancopasheriff; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster County in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Probation Officer (Sr) to supervise and enforce treatment requirements for sexual offender caseloads under probation/parole supervision.

Responsibilities include interviewing offenders and families, coordinating with treatment providers, preparing case histories, and appearing in court. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of probation/parole experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice or closely related field.
• Minimum of one year experience in probation/parole supervision or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Meet with offenders to review compliance and progress.
• Interview offenders' families, friends and providers to verify information.
• Develop intervention strategies and coordinate treatment services.
• Prepare case histories and risk/need assessments.
• Attend court appearances and handle documentation.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Communication skills

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice or related field

Job description

Lancaster County in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Probation Officer (Sr) to supervise and enforce treatment requirements for sexual offender caseloads under probation/parole supervision.

Responsibilities include interviewing offenders and families, coordinating with treatment providers, preparing case histories, and appearing in court. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of probation/parole experience are required.