Probation Officer

4 weeks ago

Oswego, United States City of Grand Rapids Full time

Nature of Work

This is a responsible professional caseworker, providing client services in the Probation Department of the District Court of the City of Grand Rapids.
Work includes conducting presentence investigations or supervising the progress of individuals who have been accepted into and placed on probation. Work involves making responsible recommendations and reporting on the progress of clients. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general supervision of a higher-level probation official. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, observation and analyses of results obtained.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 
(An * denotes duties or responsibilities judged to be “essential job functions” in terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA.)

Carries an assigned caseload of investigations. Formulates plans of probation and presents written and oral recommendations. Interviews clients, their families, victims, and interested individuals to determine the nature of the offense committed and the client’s employment, financial, and family situation for sentencing recommendations. Supervises cases involving probationers placed on probation by the Court. Recommends termination or extension of probation. Advises clients of available community resources and makes referrals as necessary. Cooperates with representatives from various social welfare and law enforcement agencies in cases of mutual interest. Monitors clients in specialized programs dealing with such matters as substance abuse, domestic violence, sex offenses, shoplifting and the like. Confirms client’s participation and attendance as part of terms and conditions of probation. Refers clients and members or their families to organizations such as AA, Al-Anon, or other privately funded programs which can meet their needs. Perform drug detection, PBT testing and urinalysis tests. May facilitate groups for offenders. Appears and gives testimony in court regarding probation violations and similar matters. Composes and dictates petitions, correspondence, and case histories as required. Maintains client records. May coordinate the work of volunteers or student interns. May conduct substance screening interviews with clients using state approved testing methodologies. Dictates reports. Perform urinalysis tests. Maintain program records according to state licensing requirements. May work with victims and assailants in domestic assault or mentally ill/developmentally disabled cases. Informs victims of their rights. Interviews victims and assailants, make referrals to support services, witness management. May initiate restraining orders. Provides support for victims, provide short term counseling and/or group work, and make recommendations to the Court. Serves on various agency and community advisory boards and committees. Performs other related work as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

Graduation from a four year college or university with undergraduate work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or closely related field. --AND--
Two (2) years of experience in working with person convicted of felonies or misdemeanors or with persons with problems involving substance abuse.  --OR--
Any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Required Licenses or Certifications
Officers performing substance abuse assessments must be Certified by the State of Michigan. Officers performing assessments for mentally ill/developmentally disabled must by the State of Michigan as an M.S.W. or equivalent. Answers the telephone. Responds to requests for information on the phone and in person. May initiate contact with litigants and defendants to verify information. Receives documents in the mail or from the public, stamping with a date-time stamp. May determine general case category. May assist the public with form completion. Obtains signatures on documents. Affixes court seal to documents when required. Performs case initiation for new criminal and civil cases. Records information in the case management system and enters information on the Register of Actions. Assembles documents in the case file in pre-established order. Files cards, documents, and other records according to established filing procedures. Retrieves files and provides information for staff, judges, attorneys, or the public upon request. May process requests for record checks of individuals and certify copies of court records. Operates a computer terminal to record receipt of case documents and other pertinent case information and in the case management system. Performs other duties as assigned by Probation Officer II, Chief Probation Officer, Court Administrator, or Chief Judge.

Other Necessary Qualifications

Knowledge of:

The principles and practices of probation work and of the related court procedures. The various statues and ordinances which govern probation. Theories of addictions and abuse and methods of treatment. The community resources which may be used to supplement the probationer’s rehabilitation plan. Professional probation objectives. Ability to:
Analyze and evaluate investigative materials. Work constructively within an agency and in community settings. Work effectively with hostile clients. Identify and use available resources and services in connection with the client’s rehabilitation plan. Recommend and implement effective probation service methods. Work under pressure and tight deadlines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, service providers, other employees and the public. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skillfully operate a photocopier, facsimile machine, printer and compute.

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