Probation Officer (D0762)

DHRM • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is committed to improving public safety through effective interventions that improve the lives of youth and strengthen families and communities. Probation Officers provide domestic and delinquent intake services, as well as juvenile probation and parole supervision. They deliver interventions and services that promote competency development, accountability, juvenile behavioral change, and public safety. The position requires extensive training during the first 12–18 months of employment, including four weeks of in-person training within the first six months. Day and overnight travel outside of training are routine requirements.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and/or experience with the criminal justice system, including court proceedings.
• Knowledge of client interview techniques.
• Knowledge of client counseling techniques.
• Knowledge and ability to assess client needs and develop case plans.
• Knowledge and ability to identify community resources and human service agencies that support families.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including creating written reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• A valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one by the date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with juveniles and their families.
• Probation Officer experience.
• Experience with community programming.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic and delinquent intake services.
• Provide juvenile probation and parole supervision.
• Provide interventions and services that develop competency and accountability and promote juvenile behavioral change and public safety.
• Interview clients, assess their needs, and develop case plans.
• Identify community resources and human service agencies to support families.
• Communicate orally and in writing, including preparing written reports.

Benefits

• Fourteen paid holidays.
• Paid and unpaid leave, including vacation, sick, family personal, parental, and FMLA leave.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed