PSI (Pre-Sentence Investigation) Writer

OVERVIEW:

The PSI Writer performs all pre-sentence investigation on potential candidates. Once in the program, assist with conducting intakes and overseeing compliance with the supervision program requirements of the offender and makes necessary reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Probation Supervision
  • Conduct intake on all referred Probationers.
  • Classify Probationer for level of supervision (weekly, monthly, quarterly contacts).
  • Assure Probationer’s abide by supervision plan.
  • Maintain Probation case file and Probation contact binder.
  • Report all Probation Violations to the Senior Officer.
  • Maintain Probationer Tracking System and coordinate a weekly review to assure Probationer’s are not booked into the jail – violating condition of Probation.
  • When a Probationer has financial obligations, such as child support or restitution, maintain consent to release for communication with appropriate agency to monitor compliance.
  • Make recommendations to referring authority for terminating probation obligation for successful completions.
  • Complete CCIS Tracking at time of Intake and Termination.

  
  

  Pre-Sentence Investigation Preparation

  • Senior Officer will assign PSI to be completed.
  • Contact offender to begin preliminary interviewing process, and schedule time for face to face interview.
  • Distribute “flyers” to local police departments, police departments from other states, hospitals, schools, employers, etc.
  • Collect all criminal background information.
  • Use correct format to construct PSI.
  • Make sentencing recommendation based on current sentencing laws.
  • Proof read report and have CEO review for final approval.
  • Have report “time stamped” for the court. Have copy made for Probation Departments Record.
  • Attend sentencing.

  
  Data Research

  • Interact with Prosecutor’s Office and gather background information for pending Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports as directed by Senior Officer.

  
  

  Communication

  • Maintain effective communications with all referring authorities/courts.
  • Communicate all activities to Senior Officer.
  • At minimum, weekly update Chief Executive Officer on activity with Probation/Pre-Sentence Reports.
  • Maintain and provide monthly report of activity.
  Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • Degree in Social Sciences or prior experience in supervision of offenders. 
  • Ability to coordinate with external agencies.
  • Ability to organize and track client activities.
  • PSI staff are required to complete the Ohio Supreme Court Officer Training program online within one year of employment or transfer into a role in the Probation department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Frequently required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.