Probation Officer

Hendricks County Government•Danville, IN

21h

About The Position

Provide supervision of offenders placed on probation with the goals of protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Hendricks County Courts. There will be an emphasis on the use of evidence based practices. These duties are pursuant to the Orders of the Hendricks County Judges.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University, preferably in the Social Sciences.
Probation Officer Certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services.
C.S.A.M.S. or Professional Status certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services.
I.R.A.S certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services and INcite compliance.
I.D.A.C.S certification from the Indiana State Police.
Proficiency with all Windows based programs.
Proficiency with Odyssey and SRS.
Effective motivational interviewing and communication skills.
Ability to understand Indiana Statutes
Ability to effectively and professionally deal with other people.
Ability to handle varied and changing priorities without direct supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to supervise and control irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and violent offenders placed on probation.

Responsibilities

Supervision duties include, but are not limited to, all activities necessary for monitoring of activity, substance abuse referrals, urine screens, paperwork, record keeping, fee collection, receiving and responding in a timely manner to all telephone, mail, and electronic mail correspondence and contacts of offenders placed on probation. Supervision duties also include but, are not limited to statutorily prescribed duties and requirements in the Indiana Code.
Court duties include, but are not limited to, testifying, providing recommendations on cases, cooperating with prosecutor and defense, and preparing all notes and documents as needed.
Field duties include, but are not limited to, home visits, home and vehicle searches, employment verification, and assisting law enforcement agencies as required.
Conduct criminal record checks through I.D.A.C.S.
Proficiency of Odyssey and SRS Case Management Systems.
Comply with Indiana Office of Court Services’ requirements for a Court Based Alcohol and Drug Program including C.S.A.M.S. certification or professional status.
Comply with Indiana Office of Court Services’ requirements for certification and continuing education for a Probation Officer and Court Based Alcohol and Drug Program.
Complete Indiana Risk Assessment Management Systems and comply with all requirements of INcite.
Adhere to all policy and procedure manuals of the Hendricks County Probation Department.
Assist and cooperate with Hendricks County Home Detention, Hendricks County Work Release, Hendricks County Courts, and all other County agencies when requested.
Comply with the Judicial Code of Conduct adopted by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Carrying a handgun and qualify consistent with Sheriff Department guidelines.
Operate County vehicles in accordance with the laws of Indiana.
Performs other duties as assigned.