City of Staunton - Blue Ridge Court Services

 

Probation Officer-Therapeutic Docket

 

  

Blue Ridge Court Services is seeking a probation officer to assist in the day-to-day supervision of the Staunton-Augusta Therapeutic Docket Program participants. The Staunton-Augusta Therapeutic Docket is a post-plea specialized court docket which employs a problem-solving approach to court processing in lieu of more traditional court procedures for certain defendants with mental illnesses. The successful candidate should have a working knowledge of local probation and pretrial services, the concepts of evidenced based practices in corrections and experience in working with defendants and offenders who have a major mental illness. A bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or criminal justice is required. Strong computer skills as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.

 

This is a full time, non-exempt position with a competitive salary and benefits. Apply online at www.staunton.va.us. This position is open until filled.

 

 

The City of Staunton is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.