The duties and responsibilities of a Juvenile Probation Officer vary slightly from that of a Juvenile Parole Officer. A probation officer deals with the juvenile offenders who have lost their way and broken the law in some way, but don’t require institutionalization. Juvenile Probation Officers are tasked with getting these juvenile offenders back on track to lead a productive and successful life in the community. These probation officers also work closely with schools, families, and employers to help advocate for the offender and find the root of the problems that lead the offender to commit the crime. Ultimately the goal and duty of a Juvenile Probation Officer is to create and provide opportunities for an at risk juvenile to turn their
