What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Probation Officer position at Advocate Program, Inc?
Advocate Program, Inc. is a multi-faceted community agency whose missions is to facilitate social change and enhance public safety through leadership, research, education, supervision, and services, utilizing best and evidence-based practices.
The Advocate Program, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit, 501 c (3) justice agency that offers probation, diversion, community service, DUI and traffic programs, domestic violence programs, substance abuse and mental health evaluations and treatment to court-ordered individuals. It has expanded to work with juveniles and families in the juvenile justice field, families impacted by family conflict and violence, and homeless veterans and their families.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Preferred Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field or a high school diploma with over 5 years work experience in a criminal justice setting.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Computer Skills
- Valid Driver’s License
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Candidates should be creative, highly motivated, and able to thrive under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to function in a fast-paced team environment
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial interview with clients referred from Domestic Violence and Felony Drug Court.
- Conduct a financial screen on those clients being referred for treatment.
- Assess client needs in order to ensure proper treatment placement and/or referral. (i.e., language, victim relationship, etc)
- Assist and refer clients needing services to the Social Services Department when necessary.
- Conduct monthly report in’s on probationers, conduct urinalysis testing as needed.
- Prepare for and be present for Domestic Violence Drug Court Calendars on weekly basis. Prepare reports for Domestic Violence Judges and State Attorney’s Office.
- Request compliance reports from local Batterer’s Intervention, Substance Abuse, and Mental Health treatment providers and update client’s file with updated report.
- Work closely with Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts, and the Eleventh Judicial Circuit.
Case Management responsibilities to include:
- Daily reviews
- Refer clients to mental health centers, substance abuse centers and for psychological evaluation when ordered.
- Appear in court for set calendars as needed.
- Post all client/case information into system.
- Filing, returning client calls daily
- Send out ITR’s as needed
- Contact treatment agencies as required for case management purposes.
- Assist unit in achieving ST and Fee Collection goals identified yearly.
- Miscellaneous duties as determined by Unit Manager.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
The employee performs work in a normal office setting within a reasonable environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to perform local and non-local travel.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
