Adult Probation Counselor Ii

Position: ADULT PROBATION COUNSELOR II
The salary for this position is: $6,257 - $8,322 monthly.

Thurston County District Court is seeking a highly motivated, professional, and positive candidate for the position of Adult Probation Counselor II within our Probation Department. This position supports the success of those justice involved that have release and sentencing conditions ordered by the Court. The Probation Counselor performs assessments, develops action plans, and facilitates the resources needed for successful outcomes, short and long term.

This role also acts as a liaison with community assistance and support agencies, facilitating involvement with programs that provide resources for drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violation, housing, education, employment, and other associated programs.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Directs a caseload of medium to high-risk clients heard before the court on charges such as Domestic Violence, Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Driving Under the Influence, assessing client skills and developing treatment plans on a case-by-case basis.

* Conducts pre/post-sentence investigations with face-to-face interviews and extensive contact with victims, personal history, social and economic needs, community resource needs, counseling/treatment needs, work history, family and employer support, and complete written reports.

* Determines client risk to the community using established risk assessment tools, performs client intake and support/action plans, and performs regular face to face meetings with clients.

* Records and maintains accurate records of client interactions, to include progresses as well as potential violations and the reports required to ensure success while ordered to Probation, and the documentation required to address matters effectively and accurately at court proceedings.

* Client supervision includes Active/Supervised Probation, requiring regular in-person contacts, as well as Monitored Probation that will include compliance report monitoring and records checks.

To view the full job classification, :
Class Specifications | Adult Probation Counselor II | Class Spec Details

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Work Environment - Work is performed in office, community, and corrections environments, engaging in both team and individualized roles providing for professional collaboration with the court and multi-disciplinary teams, justice partners, community stakeholders, and treatment agencies.

* Schedule - Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.

* Travel Requirements - Travel is required to attend meetings and trainings, and to engage with program participants.

* Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with clients, justice partners, community stakeholders, and treatment agencies.

WHO WE ARE:

District Court serves the community of Thurston County as a court of limited jurisdiction. This court hears misdemeanors, infractions, civil and small claims, protection orders, and name changes. Thurston County District Court provides recognized support through our Mental Health and Veterans Court, as well as Probation services. The vision of District Court is Serving Justice Through Serving People.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.

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WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

* Work-Life Balance:
We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.

* Plan For Your Future:
As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.

* Paid Leave:
Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.

* Robust Training Program:
Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.

* Deferred Compensation:
The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.

* Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and…