Probation Officer II (Probation Counselor II) | Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

 

Probation Officer II (Probation Counselor II)
Location: Reston, VA
Job Number: 25-00936
Salary: $64,190.88 - $106,984.59
Closing Date: May 9, 2025




In the Probation Division of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court (JDRDC), under the general supervision of the Unit Director, provides case management services and supervision of youth ordered on probation by the court.

Monitors compliance with court-ordered conditions and requirements. Completes court-ordered investigations and writes reports. Attends court hearings and makes recommendations for disposition. Administers validated assessment tools, such as the Youth Assessment Screening Instrument (YASI), and uses information to develop case service plans with the participation of the youth and family to address areas of risk and needs. Employs a variety of counseling techniques and evidenced based interventions during probation contacts, including, but not limited to, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral interventions to facilitate behavior change.

Makes referrals for appropriate treatment or services when necessary, utilizing least restrictive interventions while building upon the youth and family’s natural supports. Works collaboratively with other agencies and service providers. Uses graduated sanctions when appropriate to address non-compliant behavior in lieu of formal court action, and incentives when desired behavior is demonstrated. Files probation and/or court order violations and returns cases to court for non-compliance when appropriate.

Supervises and visits youth at home, school, juvenile detention centers, treatment programs, and residential facilities. Follows policies and procedural guidelines set by the agency and the state Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). May require frequent travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. May be required to provide short-term case management and supervision of cases diverted from Juvenile Intake, and other duties as assigned by the Unit Director.

Note: This job announcement may be used to fill multiple full-time Probation Counselor II positions located at the various Department of JDRDC facilities - South County or North County - depending on the needs of the hiring department.

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