Court Probation Officer - Pre-Court - Juvenile Probation

Supervises a caseload of probationers, conducting regular office visits and utilizing other methods of contact to monitor compliance with court orders. 

Administers a variety of screening instruments and conducts comprehensive risk and needs assessments to develop individualized supervision plans, case disposition recommendations, and provide for public safety. 

Conducts pre-sentence investigations (PSI) and prepares detailed reports regarding social, family, and criminal histories of juveniles and their family members for consideration by the court at various types of hearings. 

Refers juveniles and their family members to resources available in the community based on the needs of the juvenile and/or family that should be addressed before case disposition.Investigates violations of court orders and prepares affidavits for Directives to Apprehend and/or amends supervision and services in an effort to reduce the likelihood of further violations. 

Testifies in court regarding a juvenile’s status, compliance, and provides recommendations for continued supervision. 

Maintains detailed and accurate case records in accordance with state standards and departmental policies.Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile justice agency or a combination of education and experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services field.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must have no disqualifying criminal history as set forth in Chapter 344 of the Texas Administrative Code or any successor statute.

Must not have ever had any type of certification revoked by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Must complete the training required by Chapter 344 of the Texas Administrative Code or any successor statute.

Must pass the certification exam required by Chapter 344 of the Texas Administrative Code or any successor statute.

Must be certified as a Juvenile Probation Officer by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department or obtain such certification within six months after the date of hire. 

Must obtain and maintain certification in the Handle with Care Behavioral Management System, or a successor behavior management system, in accordance with the recertification intervals established in Texas Juvenile Justice Department standards.

Must obtain and maintain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED from the American Red Cross, or successor authority, in accordance with the recertification intervals established by the American Red Cross or successor authority.

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