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County of San Luis Obispo · 18 hours ago

Probation Assistant - Limited Term

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Probation Assistant. The role involves assisting various personnel within the Probation Department by performing administrative and case management support duties, as well as providing information to the public regarding probation processes.

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Responsibilities

Assist the public, Deputy Probation Officers, Collections Officers, and other Probation Department personnel by performing a variety of administrative and basic case management support duties

Perform a variety of routine support duties for Deputy Probation Officers, and others as assigned

Perform a wide variety of routine clerical, and administrative tasks to support probation and collection activities

Receive on-the-job training in basic case management duties

Provide routine information and instructions to youth and adults on probation, families, and the public

Qualification

Basic case managementClient interviewingCrisis intervention techniquesCourt processesLegal terminologyOffice practicesRecord keepingReport writingCultural diversityEffective communicationConflict resolution

Required

Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of college course work; OR

Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (GED) certificate indicating high school graduation or its equivalent and two years clerical experience that included considerable public contact

A valid driver's license is required at the time of application

A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment

Knowledge of basic concepts of community corrections

Basic client interviewing, general counseling, and crisis intervention techniques

Court processes and basic legal terminology

Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment

General operation of computer equipment and software programs

Record keeping principles and practices

Developmental stages of youth, including parenting skills and conflict resolution methods

Cultural diversity

Effective communication and report writing skills