Probation Officer - Sr

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Starting Compensation: $62,465.13/Annually

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JOB SUMMARY

• This position involves the administration of criminal justice, supervising individuals on probation or parole.
• Work is accomplished through the assignment of a caseload of individuals for which the employee is responsible.
• The individual holding this position will also be responsible for the collection, storing, and transmission of genetic evidence pursuant to the mandate of 44 Pa. C.S. Chapter 23, DNA Data and Testing, and assuring compliance with the provisions therein.
• As an appointed representative of the Court, this employee is responsible to provide legal accountability through enforcement, intervention, and redirection as required/needed by each client on probation/parole supervision.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• This position reports directly to a Supervisor in Adult Probation and Parole Services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 30% Interview assigned offenders in office, prison, home, and employment settings to determine compliance with supervision directives, problems encountered, progress in applicable programs, and any other particular circumstances. Interview offender's family members, friends, associates, co-workers, and other knowledgeable individuals to verify information.
• 15% Develop and implement intervention strategies necessary to reduce or eliminate offender's criminal behavior. Determine the type and extent of counseling, treatment, rehabilitation, and other supports needed. Coordinate support and treatment services between service providers and the Office of Adult Probation and Parole. Develop and participate in short and long-range goals and plans including treatment services, supervision requirements, and support networks.
• 15% Complete required documentation both within and for related agencies.
• 15% Assist in locating and handling offenders in instances of parole violations and/or subsequent offenses. Prepare summaries of case records and history, including recommendations for continued and/or changes to treatment. Schedule actions and work required by terms of status, including: court dates, hearing, and evaluations. Attend court appearances to provide requested information and secure documents.
• 10% Develop and maintain an organized and efficient system to assure agency-wide compliance with the provisions of 44 Pa. C.S. Chapter 23, DNA Data and Testing, requiring collection, storage and transmission of genetic evidence. Assignments include, but are not limited to:
• Identification and tracking of sexual and violent offenders who are subject to the Act.
• Maintenance of chain of custody as related to genetic evidence which includes management of saliva samples and fingerprint records.
• When possible, obtain from State Board of Health certification enabling the collection of DNA samples from designated offender population via mouth swabs.
• Development of proficiency in obtaining fingerprints from designated offender population through traditional methods or via Live Scan.
• Coordination of the production of DNA samples and fingerprint records with other law enforcement officials.
• Communication with State Police for purposes of ordering DNA kits for use with offender population.
• Completion of PSP database collection card with appropriate Pa. Crimes Code section number, grade, and offense name.
• Collection and assembly of DNA sample, fingerprint records, and database collection card for delivery to PSP laboratory.
• Witness the drawing of the DNA sample as it is taken from the offender. Match records and identifiers to establish offender identity and assure that fingerprint records, DNA samples and database collection cards match the specific offender prior to transmission to PSP laboratory. Obtain signature of offender acknowledging his identity as the provider of the DNA sample and fingerprint record.
• Immediately upon collection and assembly of the DNA sample, fingerprint record, and database collection card, and confirming offender identity, transmit all required information to the PSP laboratory via designated carrier.
• Appear in court for purposes of providing testimony on matters which are relevant to compliance or non-compliance with the Act and related procedures including but not limited to chain of custody.
• 5% Review available records of past criminal history, psychological or psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic testing, employment, and related psycho-social information.
• 5% Re-assess overall status of offenders through use of the APPS assessment tool and evaluate for specific intervention/treatment needs. Identify behavior patterns and adaptive skills.
• 5% Regularly attend mandatory and additional training in the areas of safety, self defense, related human service areas, and for full/up-to-date…