The
Probation Office's volunteers play an important role in supporting the
work of probation officers. Volunteers are also valuable mentors and
assistants. Volunteer opportunities include:
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Case Aide -
Works under the supervision of a
probation officer. Duties include meeting with clients, monitoring
compliance with court and probation orders, maintaining documentation
and files, and other related work.
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Gateway Volunteer –
Community volunteer mentors and interns
are matched with misdemeanor offenders to provide the support defendants
need to reintegrate into the community successfully.
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Electronic Home Detention Assistant –
Works under the
supervision of the Electronic Home Detention staff. Volunteers may
conduct initial interviews, pre-screen defendants, evaluate
applications, verify employment, and maintain file documentation. This
volunteer position may include some field work.
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Administrative Assistant -
Performs varied duties, such as helping at the front office, filing, inputting data, and answering phones.