Probation Aide

Probation Aide

Under supervision, to investigate and make recommendations on a limited range of basic probation cases involving juveniles and adults; to assist with the supervision of probationers; and to do related work as required. Probation Aide is a specialized paraprofessional classification. Incumbents in this class have responsibility for supervising probation cases such as Adult Electronic Monitoring and chemical testing of adults and juveniles. The Probation Aide is distinguished from the Probation Officer series, in that the Probation Aide performs a more limited range of probation caseload monitoring, as well as provides support for the Probation Officer. Probation Officers perform the full range of professional probation duties and the full scope of cases. Reports to Probation Officer, and Deputy Chief Probation Officer.

This is not a supervisory class. Typical physical requirements include sitting for extended periods; frequently standing and walking; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort to defend self and deal with violent/aggressive persons; verbal communication; use of electronic monitoring equipment, pepper sprays, mace, and two way radio communications; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, FAX, and other related peripheral equipment such as printers and scanners. Typical working conditions include work performed in an office, courtroom and outdoor environment; work performed in varying temperature; some work is performed in confined and noisy areas; continuous contact with staff and the public. Work may involve stressful situations and include dealing with erratic and sometimes threatening behavior.

Transports juveniles to and from school and other various locations. Conducts home visits/checks on juvenile probationers to determine if probationers are following the terms of probation i.e curfew. Performs drug testing for juveniles and adults as needed. Conducts home visits of probationers on electronic monitoring. Interviews probationers and conducts "intensive supervision follow-up" in the office, at the juvenile's home, or at a job site; counsels juveniles and adults on probation. Conducts outreach activities by contacting school officials, teachers and students. Writes reports of findings and works with Probation Officers on more difficult probation cases. Contacts other services providers such as the Health and Human Services Department, Substance Abuse, and Community Service to determine a probationer's progress. Performs additional tasks related to probationer's case records. Other duties as assigned.

Training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: previous experience in working with juveniles and adults, which included substantial public contact is highly desirable. Special requirements: possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge of basic interviewing techniques. General goals and purpose of adult and juvenile probation programs and the criminal justice system. Some knowledge of behavior problems of juveniles and adults. Some knowledge of chemical dependency. Ability to learn the basic principles of probation case monitoring. Learn and apply the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to probation work. Learn appropriate interviewing techniques. Cope with hostile and aggressive behavior in stressful situations. Locate, identify, and correct inaccurate or incomplete information. Make referrals to appropriate agencies and social service programs. Exercise sound judgment when dealing with probationers within established procedures and regulations. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with the public and staff. Follow written and oral directions and instructions.

Benefits

SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.

• < 4 years of service = 10 days per year
• 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
• 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
• 15 + years of service = 20 days per year

Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family. Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionally, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement