DIVERSION PROBATION OFFICER

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PROBATION/DIVERSION OFFICERClermont County Juvenile Probation Application Due By: August 31, 2026Status: Full‑Time Permanent (40 hours per week)Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (hours may vary) Non‑exempt, UnclassifiedPay: Negotiable depending on qualifications/experienceProbationary Period: Clermont County Juvenile Court uses a 180 day training time frame for new employees. This time frame supports our adherence to the at‑will nature of your employment with Clermont County Juvenile Probation.JOB OVERVIEW: Manage and supervise cases of youth offenders who are under probation and/or diversion.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Supervise youth on probation and/or diversionMonitor compliance with Court ordersMonitor and redirect youth from involvement in the formal juvenile court systemMeet with parents/children who are in crisis to assist them in addressing their particular problem areasConduct drug testing and DNA testingMaintain contact with the youth's school to assure compliance with problem conditionsRefer youth to various service agencies such as drug/alcohol and mental health counseling providers, schools, Children's Services, Job and Family Services and law enforcement agencies with matters involving juveniles and maintain contact to monitor attendance, compliance and issuesAttend Court hearings and testify when necessaryConduct groups with youth on probationVisit probationers at school, detention agencies and at homeAssist with supervision of college internsAssist with supervision of youth performing community service when neededPrepare Court reports, pre‑dispositional reports, social histories and case plans as requiredMaintain current case file information/dictation on clients that clearly documents the relevant issues involved with each youth and family in the computer systemMonitor non‑reporting probation cases as neededMeet with supervisor monthly to review casesProvide transportation of probationers/parentsAny other duties as required by the Probation SupervisorWHAT WE OFFER:Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance* (single to family plan options)Generous paid time off including vacation (after six months of employment), personal days, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.Life Insurance - $25,000 at no cost to employeeLong‑term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program – Counseling Services (up to 5 free visits per year)Tuition AssistanceFlexible, tax‑free spending accounts for costs related to healthcare and dependent careParticipation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)*Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance coverage begins on the first day of the month after 30 days of employment.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of…Criminal Justice systemCourt policies and proceduresVarious programs and agencies used by the courtAbility to…Read, analyze and interpret general professional journals policies, procedures, or government regulationsWrite reports and evaluate the performance of juvenilesWork with a wide and diverse group of peopleWork under pressureWork closely with othersFollow rules and directions and honestyRequirements…College degree with an emphasis in criminal justice and social services or a minimum of five years of work related experienceAttendance at evening educational groups for probationers may be requiredEvening checks on probationers may be required as determined by supervisor within the forty hour work scheduleMay be on call twenty‑four hours a day, seven days a week as determinedPossess typing and Windows based computer skillsValid driver's license (or the ability to obtain one prior to employment date)Unusual Working Conditions: May come into contact with individuals who are violent, angry and/or prone to violence.Pre‑Employment Screening may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, psychological evaluation, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certification, and or verification of work history.Dress Code: All employees are expected to dress in an acceptable, professional manner, any employee who has a tattoo must make sure that the tattoo(s) is/are covered up and not visible at all times during work hours. Any visible body piercings, with the exception of professional appearing ear piercing, shall not be filled with adornments during paid work hours in accordance with Clermont County Juvenile Court Personnel Policy and Procedures#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

PROBATION/DIVERSION OFFICERClermont County Juvenile Probation Application Due By: August 31, 2026Status: Full‑Time Permanent (40 hours per week)Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (hours may vary) Non‑exempt, UnclassifiedPay: Negotiable depending on qualifications/experienceProbationary Period: Clermont County Juvenile Court uses a 180 day training time frame for new employees. This time frame supports our adherence to the at‑will nature of your employment with Clermont County Juvenile Probation.JOB OVERVIEW: Manage and supervise cases of youth offenders who are under probation and/or diversion.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Supervise youth on probation and/or diversionMonitor compliance with Court ordersMonitor and redirect youth from involvement in the formal juvenile court systemMeet with parents/children who are in crisis to assist them in addressing their particular problem areasConduct drug testing and DNA testingMaintain contact with the youth's school to assure compliance with problem conditionsRefer youth to various service agencies such as drug/alcohol and mental health counseling providers, schools, Children's Services, Job and Family Services and law enforcement agencies with matters involving juveniles and maintain contact to monitor attendance, compliance and issuesAttend Court hearings and testify when necessaryConduct groups with youth on probationVisit probationers at school, detention agencies and at homeAssist with supervision of college internsAssist with supervision of youth performing community service when neededPrepare Court reports, pre‑dispositional reports, social histories and case plans as requiredMaintain current case file information/dictation on clients that clearly documents the relevant issues involved with each youth and family in the computer systemMonitor non‑reporting probation cases as neededMeet with supervisor monthly to review casesProvide transportation of probationers/parentsAny other duties as required by the Probation SupervisorWHAT WE OFFER:Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance* (single to family plan options)Generous paid time off including vacation (after six months of employment), personal days, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.Life Insurance - $25,000 at no cost to employeeLong‑term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program – Counseling Services (up to 5 free visits per year)Tuition AssistanceFlexible, tax‑free spending accounts for costs related to healthcare and dependent careParticipation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)*Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance coverage begins on the first day of the month after 30 days of employment.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge of…Criminal Justice systemCourt policies and proceduresVarious programs and agencies used by the courtAbility to…Read, analyze and interpret general professional journals policies, procedures, or government regulationsWrite reports and evaluate the performance of juvenilesWork with a wide and diverse group of peopleWork under pressureWork closely with othersFollow rules and directions and honestyRequirements…College degree with an emphasis in criminal justice and social services or a minimum of five years of work related experienceAttendance at evening educational groups for probationers may be requiredEvening checks on probationers may be required as determined by supervisor within the forty hour work scheduleMay be on call twenty‑four hours a day, seven days a week as determinedPossess typing and Windows based computer skillsValid driver's license (or the ability to obtain one prior to employment date)Unusual Working Conditions: May come into contact with individuals who are violent, angry and/or prone to violence.Pre‑Employment Screening may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, psychological evaluation, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certification, and or verification of work history.Dress Code: All employees are expected to dress in an acceptable, professional manner, any employee who has a tattoo must make sure that the tattoo(s) is/are covered up and not visible at all times during work hours. Any visible body piercings, with the exception of professional appearing ear piercing, shall not be filled with adornments during paid work hours in accordance with Clermont County Juvenile Court Personnel Policy and Procedures#J-18808-Ljbffr