Probation Officer I - Juvenile Probation

WASHINGTON COUNTY

JUVENILE PROBATION

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR:

PROBATION OFFICER I

The Washington County Juvenile Probation Department is seeking to hire a FT Probation Officer I. Juvenile Probation Officers serve under the direction of the Washington County Court of Common Pleas. A Juvenile Probation Officer performs duties and responsibilities consistent with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Juvenile Act, Rules of Juvenile Court Procedure, Principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice, and Juvenile Justice Evidence-Based Practices. The mission and purpose of the Juvenile Act mandates that youth who commit delinquent acts be provided "programs of supervision, care and rehabilitation which provide balanced attention to the protection of the community, the imposition of accountability for offenses committed and the development of competencies to enable children to become responsible and productive members of the community," which fully embrace the principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice. Evidence-based Practices employ assessments, interventions, and treatment approaches that have been demonstrated by sound research to work most effectively to reduce recidivism with juvenile offenders, and enables Pennsylvania's Juvenile Justice System to fulfill its mission and purpose. In order to adequately perform these duties and responsibilities, a juvenile probation officer needs to possess, develop, and continually refine the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

A bachelor's degree program with a background of at least 18 credits in the behavioral or social sciences from an accredited college or university.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• COVER LETTER
• RESUME
• WRITING SAMPLE
• TOPIC - CHOICE OF THE APPLICANT - RELATED TO CURRENT JUVENILE JUSTICE TRENDS
• LENGTH - 2-4 PAGES

PLEASE SUBMIT THE AFOREMENTIONED, IN FULL, BY E-MAIL TO:

Addie Bertram, JPO Supervisor

[email protected]

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION IS TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024.

Applicants must be able to clear a criminal background check, a reference check, provide clearances and pass pre-employment physical and psychological requirements.

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