How do they match: Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

  • Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

  • Adult Probation and Parole Officer
  • Probation and Parole Officer
  • Probation and Patrol Agent

  • Administer drug and alcohol tests, including random drug screens of offenders, to verify compliance with substance abuse treatment programs.
  • Assess the suitability of penitentiary inmates for release under parole and statutory release programs and submit recommendations to parole boards.
  • Develop and prepare packets containing information about social service agencies, assistance organizations, and programs that might be useful for inmates or offenders.
  • Develop rehabilitation programs for assigned offenders or inmates, establishing rules of conduct, goals, and objectives.
  • Investigate alleged parole violations, using interviews, surveillance, and search and seizure.

  • Develop working relationships with others to facilitate program activities.
  • Plan programs to address community mental wellness needs.
  • Refer individuals to educational or work programs.
  • Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.