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What Does It Take to Be a Juvenile Probation Officer?Probation officers are in charge of people placed on probation instead of going to prison. They meet with the offenders and their families, often in their homes, at work, or in therapy. They arrange for those who need it to receive counseling, substance abuse rehabilitation, or job training.A juvenile probation officer, as the job title implies, works exclusively with children and teenagers. This can require additional training and skills, as many juvenile probation officers hope to curb the juvenile's problems before he or she becomes an adult offender and must suffer all the consequences that come with that. Necessary Education for a Juvenile Probation Officer You can start by earning a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or a related field. You may also need a master's degree in one of those fields in order to find employment, unless you have prior experience in probation, social work, counseling, criminal investigations, or the like. When you first get hired, you may have to undergo further training and take a certification test. Some employers insist on their employees taking physical and psychological exams as well. It's also common to work as a trainee for up to a year before being offered a permanent job. Juvenile Probation Officer Salaries The average juvenile probation officer earns an annual salary of $49,520. Those who work at elementary and secondary schools earn even more, averaging $51,730. And probation officers employed by the state government, the largest employer of those in this field, also pays an average annual wage of $51,130. |
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