Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized

Work Location Information Urban area; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Large caseload; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Valid driver's licence

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Skills Specific to Probation and Parole Officers

Interview offenders to prepare pre-sentence reports; Refer offenders to community and social services programs; Plan rehabilitation programs with offenders, establishing rules of conduct, goals and objectives

Skills Specific to Classification Officers

Prepare classification reports recommending type of incarceration and types of interventions for rehabilitation; Plan rehabilitation programs with offenders; Evaluate offenders' progress; Develop specialized rehabilitation programs; Liaise with the inmates' families and contacts in the community

Work Setting Community agency

Additional Skills

Provide public education and consultation regarding counselling services, issues and methods; Perform administrative tasks

Experience Experience an asset

Education College/CEGEPor equivalent experience

Languages English