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How to Become a Juvenile Probation Officer

1) The first step is to get a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, or a related field. This is generally the minimum education requirement to work as a juvenile probation officer.
2) Other requirements (age, experience, etc.) vary from state to state as well as from one employer to another. Check with the the employers in the states where you want to work to find out their specific requirements.
3) While getting your degree, volunteer or get a part time job working in a group home, juvenile residential facility, detention center, or probation department. (Getting your degree online can provide you with a flexible schedule so you can work and go to school at the same time)

Juvenile Probation Officer's Job Description

As a juvenile probation officer, you will be responsible for providing probationary supervision to juveniles on probation or parole as so ordered by the courts. You will make visits to the juveniles home on a regular basis to insure that they are in compliance with the Juvenile Court Order. You will assist in their rehabilitation by meeting with these youths and their families to conduct social histories and assessments. Based on your findings and observations, you will write reports that include recommendations for for the Juvenile Court as to how they should proceed with the individual at hand.

Juvenile Probation Officers Duties

Listed below are specific duties and responsibilities of a Juvenile Probation Officer. Please note that the duties may vary depending upon your education and experience.

• Provide supervision and case management of a child that has been placed on probation, parole, conditional release, etc.
• Maintain and update case files on all delinquent youth in accordance with the Department of Juvenile Justice standards
• Prepares and delivers reports to the court with recommendations for the treatment of the juvenile
• Meets with youth, family, school, and other agencies on a regular basis to ensure compliance
• Schedules drug testing, searches of the juvenile's room and property
• Develops a supportive relationship with the youth and serves as a role model
• Makes sure that all of the youths obligations to the court are met (community service, fines, court appearances, etc)
• Ensures that any juvenile is held accountable for violations by imposing sanctions or filing probation violations
• Updates the judicial system on the youth's progress
• Performs other duties expected of them depending on specific job title

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Juvenile Probation Officer Salary and Job Outlook

The pay you can expect to make as a juvenile probation officer can vary depending upon your education and experience. According to Indeed.com, the average salary for a Juvenile Probation Officer in April 2008 is $41,000 a year. According to the Bureau of Labor and statistics, the job outlook for juvenile probation officers is excellent and is predicted to grow as fast as the average for other job opportunities until the year 2016. There is potential to make more money in this field as your career progresses and as you pursue higher education.

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Bachelor Degree Programs for a Juvenile Probation Officer Career

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University of Phoenix Online: University of Phoenix's Criminal Justice and Psychology bachelor degree programs will help you meet the requirements for a juvenile probation or parole officer career. University of Phoenix offers online and campus based degree options that fit your schedule. University of Phoenix is the largest university in North America. Request free information from their programs today!

BS in Psychology
BS in Criminal Justice

Ashford University: Ashford University will provide you with the education you need to become a Juvenile Probation Officer. Start your future in probation today by requesting free information.

BA Sociology
BA Psychology
BA in Social Sciences - Criminal Justice

Capella University: Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers the following master degree programs that can help you advance your career in probation as well as help meet the requirements to become a federal probation or parole officer.

MS in Psychology
MS Human Services - Counseling
MS Human Services - Mental Health Counseling CACREP Accredited
MS in Psych - Counseling Psychology
MS in Psych - Clinical Psychology
PhD Programs in Psychology and Counseling

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Colorado Technical University Online: CTU can help you get started toward a career in probation with a degree in criminal justice.

AS in Criminal Justice - Stonecliffe College Online
BS in Criminal Justice
MS in Management - Criminal Justice

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Eastern Kentucky University Online: Request information today to learn more about how EKU can help you succeed as a juvenile probation officer.

Bachelor's in Corrections and Juvenile Justice Studies
Master's in Corrections and Juvenile Justice Studies

Walden University:

M.S. in Mental Health Counseling
M.S. in Psychology
M.S. in Psychology - Organizational Psychology and Development

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