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Case management

Assessment

Identify risk and protective factors in order to understand and respond to factors that may lead to further involvement with the justice system.

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Essential role of probation

Juvenile probation officers take on many roles in a youth's life, it is vital to understand youth rights, potential consequenses of justice system involvement, the impact of conditions, and how JPOs can help in the courtroom.

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Building relationships

Build appropriate relationships with youth and families using incentives, graduated responses, supervision levels that meet the youth's needs, and supervision plans that foster family engagement

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Supervision considerations

Approach each case with the understanding that each youth has a unique set of strengths and needs

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Collecting and using data

Routinely document and review each youth’s progress toward achieving their goals.

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