GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs professional casework duties in any one of a number of social or casework fields; work is generally performed under supervision; performs related duties as required.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:
Conducts detailed sociological and economic investigations of adults placed on probation and/or prior to receiving sentences, families involved in domestic difficulties which have come to the attention of the Courts;
Conducts interviews with relatives and friends of persons being investigated;
Organizes notes obtained in interviews and writes case histories, including recommendations for sentencing, parole, remedial treatment, or care;
Counsels adults on probation and/or prior to receiving sentences, and counsels other persons as required;
Acts as a liaison with other public agencies such as Social Services, Sheriff’s Department, Prosecuting Attorney etc.;
Prepares casework studies and conducts investigations for other Courts and out of state agencies;
Conducts a wide variety of follow-up investigations, issues summonses and performs related duties as ordered;
Maintains a variety of casework records and prepares special and periodic reports as required;
Engages in activities and related to the supervision of adults on probation and/or prior to receiving sentences to ensure compliance of conditions of bond. Abides by services ordered by the Court. Works with the participant according to case plan;
Makes referrals to community agencies as needed;
Testifies in court as needed;
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