Our Adult Probation Officer job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Adult Probation Officer role
A Adult Probation Officer is responsible for monitoring the activities of adult offenders who have been placed on probation, ensuring that they comply with the terms of their probation and providing guidance to help them return to society as productive citizens. This may include providing counseling and other services, as well as enforcing court-ordered sanctions.
Role Purpose
The purpose of an adult probation officer is to ensure that people who are convicted of a crime comply with court-mandated conditions of probation. This includes providing guidance and support to offenders, monitoring their progress, and enforcing sanctions when necessary. In addition, adult probation officers may help offenders secure resources such as housing, education, or employment to aid in their rehabilitation.
Adult Probation Officer Summary
Adult Probation Officer Job Summary
An Adult Probation Officer is responsible for providing court-ordered supervision, monitoring, and counseling services to adult offenders as part of their reintegration into the community. The Adult Probation Officer ensures that offenders are in compliance with the conditions of their probation, such as attending classes, completing community service, or obtaining employment. This position also involves conducting investigations to determine the probationer’s risk level, creating individualized treatment plans, and providing referrals to other services or resources. The Adult Probation Officer must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and must stay up-to-date on state and local laws and court decisions.
Adult Probation Officer Duties
- Supervise and monitor probationers in the community
- Develop and implement rehabilitation plans
- Conduct home visits and field work
- Enforce court orders and probation rules
- Provide guidance and assistance on issues such as employment, housing, substance abuse, and mental health
- Write reports and maintain case files
- Interpret and explain court documents and legal terminology
- Discuss progress with probationers, family members, and employers
- Administer drug and alcohol tests
- Attend court hearings and provide testimony
Adult Probation Officer Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Crisis intervention
- Case management
- Knowledge of legal system
Adult Probation Officer Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in criminology, sociology, psychology or a related field
- Knowledge of criminal justice system, court systems, legal procedures, and community resources
- Experience working with clients in a counseling or case management setting
- Ability to maintain accurate records and databases
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Personal Traits
- Patience
- Empathy
- Flexibility
- Organizational skills