Probation Employment Specialist

Court of Common Pleas, Stark County, Ohio

Probation Employment Specialist

PURPOSE: The primary purpose of this job is, under the direct supervision of the Re-Entry Program Director and the general supervision of the Deputy Court Administrator is to prepare the participants of the following programs; Reentry Court, Targeted Community Alternatives to Prison (T-CAP) and Theft Intervention Program (TIP) to the appropriate potential employers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate Employment Skills Training classes for Reentry Court, T-CAP and TIP participants. Identify appropriate employers for all of the probation participates. Match potential Reentry Program, T-CAP and TIP participants to appropriate employers. Act as a liaison between employers, Reentry Court, the T-CAP Probation Officer and the TIP Probation Officer. Maintain an atmosphere conducive to the program philosophy and in regard to the dignity and right of the clients in the program. Maintain accurate records and statistical data; submit other reports as required. Establish and maintain viable and effective relationships with the Court, Jail and Probation/Parole Officers Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to all information, including participants information  in regard to the operations of the Reentry Court and the TIP Court. Attend and participate in workshops and seminars to effectively communicate with program participants, and to keep abreast of Reentry, T-CAP and TIP programs. Represent the Reentry Court and TIP Court in the community and participate in meetings as required. Report any concerns or recommendations to the Reentry Court Program Director, Deputy Court Administrator, Court Administrator and/or the Administrative Judge. Other related duties may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

Must possess an Associates degree or equivalent education and experience. Must possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in criminal justice or social services.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, the Court, clients, community providers and the general public. Must be familiar with court processes and procedures. Must be able to complete paperwork neatly, precisely and in a timely manner. Must be able to effectively manage time and organize workload. Must be culturally competent and sensitive to the needs of various cultures.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS 

(With or without reasonable accommodations) Must be able to operate office equipment such as a computer, fax, copier and laser printer. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. Must regularly tolerate moderate noise conditions. May be exposed to communicable diseases and high risk areas such as jails and prisons. Must possess a valid driver’s license.