Probation Officer

Chatham County Juvenile Court Probation Officer I

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Join the Chatham County Juvenile Court as Probation Officer I. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young individuals and meet our minimum qualifications, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our team.

• Investigate delinquent and CHINS complaints to determine the appropriate course of action and make recommendations about detention.
• Prepare social histories, risk assessments, petitions, other court documents and testify in court.
• Supervise an assigned caseload of juvenile offenders, document the progress of each, and maintain records of cases.
• Assess the needs of juveniles and their families, make appropriate social service referrals, and monitor and document case progress.
• Analyze crises and need to make immediate decisions.
• Work closely with community social service agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and
• One (1) year of experience in case management or working with juveniles; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire. Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.

HEALTH – Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.

VISION – The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.

DENTAL – Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER – Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.

RETIREMENT
- Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.

LIFE & DISABILITY
- Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves…