Juvenile Probation Officer

and the job listing Expires on February 8, 2026

The Juvenile Probation Officer is responsible for supervising a caseload of criminal juveniles to ensure compliance with Court ordered conditions. Through the utilization of Evidence Based Practices, an actuarial risk assessment, and established professional standards, the probation officer will target criminogenic needs with a focus on increasing public safety and effectuating positive outcomes. This position is responsible for considering alternatives to detention and all possible implications to public safety.

The Probation Officer must demonstrate high moral character and possess strong decision making skills as well as the ability to problem solve under pressure.

• Supervises a caseload through direct contact with individuals and maintain collateral contacts with agencies and associates who influence their life (i.e.: family members, treatment and educational programs, significant others, etc.).
• Investigate personal backgrounds, prepare reports, appear and testify before the Court.
• Foster an environment which promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Utilize Evidence Based and Best Practices in the field of community supervision.
• Obtain all relevant background information on the individual in order to effect positive behavioral change.
• Complete an actuarial risk and need assessment to identify individual criminogenic needs; address goals and objectives through the development of a case supervision plan.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing to aid in positive behavioral change.
• Address antisocial behavior through the use of appropriate interventions.
• Facilitate supervision utilizing a variety of methods including electronic monitoring, office, home, and community visits, drug and alcohol screening, and referrals for treatment; all of which may present inherent risks.
• Maintain accurate case records and review monthly contact summaries for quality assurance.
• Prepare Court reports and documents as needed.
• Interact through written and verbal correspondence with the Judiciary.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with government and other agencies that provide services.
• Complete 40 hours of professional development training annually.
• Undergo and maintain successful:
  Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Clearance, PA Child Abuse History, and MCCF clearances when applicable.
• Complete training and maintain compliance with Mandated Reporting Regulations through PA Child Protective Services Law.
• May be required to work non-traditional hours to include: nights, weekends, holidays, and after hours on-call responsibilities.
• Perform additional duties, tasks, and special projects as required.

• Develop competencies in Evidence Based and Best Practices:
  Youth Level of Service (YLS), Standardized Program Evaluation Protocol (SPEP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Child Trauma Screen (CTS), Trauma Informed Decision Making Protocol (TIDP), Brief Intervention Tools (BITs), Pennsylvania Detention Risk Assessment Instrument (PaDRAI), Massachusetts Youth Screening Instrument (MAYSI), Graduated Responses (GR), Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS);
• Undergo training and obtain certifications related to arrest, detention, and transportation of individuals under Court supervision; maintain annual recertification.
• Demonstrate competencies in the Use-of-Force Continuum and self-defense; maintain defensive tactics certification.
• Identify alternatives to detention/incarceration, when appropriate.
• Prepare Court orders; provide the Court with appropriate and informed status reports and recommendations.
• Facilitate detention/arrest when necessary.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable Individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal…