Probation Programs Specialist

County of Tulare•Visalia, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Probation Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Current vacancies are with the Tulare County Probation Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Sociology or a closely related field.
Two (2) years of experience involving interviewing or counseling in a social services or criminal justice environment.
Knowledge of community resources available to Probation clientele and their families.
Knowledge of group leadership methods and techniques for directing work.
Knowledge of instructional and recreational activities for adults and juveniles.
Knowledge of social and emotional factors which influence human behaviors.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
Ability to operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
Ability to read, interpret, implement, and explain program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to collect and evaluate information, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.

Responsibilities

Conduct, organize and coordinate a variety of client programs/services such as counseling, educational resources, reading materials, volunteer services, community service providers and recreational activities.
Interview clients to determine the need for and placement into appropriate programs and monitor participants’ progress and involvement.
Assist with the research and preparation of grant applications and funding contracts.
Collect and evaluate information, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Maintain a variety of statistical data and prepare reports to demonstrate the effectiveness of the various programs.