I learned that the hard way. I rode sooooo hard for someone, and after 20 years, yes it took me that long. I always wanted to believe he was the exception to the rule, and he was not like the other addicts, and I learned the hard way that no matter what I do or say, it is an inside job on his part. He just didn't want it, and he may never want it.
I had three more questions What are some challenges you face in this career choice? how do you handle your work-life balance? Where did you attend college and what was your major?
You mentioned how heavy the caseloads were, sorry if it sounds silly, but were those cases weekly, monthly or yearly? Loved the video by the way. And do you find yourself taking a lot of your work home to complete?
Your Favorite P. O. Uh trying to get through everything right now having no immune system but I’ll be fine and getting ready to start online classes at my local college :)
Thank you for posting these videos.. I'm considering obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in parole and probation. I would like to know if you can give me some advice, after completing my degree program, I would like to work as a probation officer for a few years and then eventually moving up to an assistant Warden position.. would it be better for me to get the criminal justice degree with the concentration in criminal justice Administration or a concentration in probation and parole..
I knew I wanted to work with ppl. A probation office was built close to my house, and I went for it. I was tired of working in the laboratory with very little human interaction ✨
Ok. I can’t seem to land a PO job. Maybe it’s because I’m in Louisiana but I have a bachelors and I’m in grad school now. I’m considering relocating to Dallas.
I'm really glad I found your channel! I'm currently in school getting my Bachelors in Criminal Justice in hopes of becoming a probation officer :) I know when I get into the field I'll definitely be revisiting your channel for tips!
Your Favorite P. O. I actually had one question. I really want to work with youth in particular, are you able to specify a certain demographic that you want to work with or do you just get what you get? Or is it based on seniority or what agency you join? (Sorry if it’s confusing)
I'm interning for juvenile probations and I'm so grateful for these videos give me even more insight. I'm excited for a future in this career! Thanks for making these.
I love this video, recently been accepted into experiential learning program to be an adult probation officer intern, My first choice was victim services advocate. I am nervous to begin in almost 2 weeks. I am also graduating with my bachelors in social work.
Ahhhh! Congrats on the internship Avery! 👏🏿 You will love it! You'll learn so much about human nature that you probably never even thought of before. What state are u in if you don't mind me asking?
Do you think involuntary treatment is even worth it? I mean, I know law enforcement or probation may mandate it, but if it isn't working, a different approach is needed.
Are you a federal probation officer of would you ever try to go federal? I've applied several times with my county but never get picked for interviews....
So just to clarify, you are not allowed to carry on the job? Does this have to do what level of officer you are? When I was younger I've seen PO with firearms just like the police officers. thanks
Hello! Quick question. My husband will soon be on probation in Oklahoma. We're originally from Texas and usually see our elderly parents. I was told my husband will have to request permission to leave the state while on probation. If so, how good are my husband's chances on being approved for a travel pass to go into Texas every month?
As probation officer do you guys get housing discounts? I heard of thing called good neghibor next door program that gives law enforcement officers discounts on homes
I live UPstate New York....and writing my Thesis for MA in Psy. (Final course..yippee) My Topic is conformity while imprisoned & Reform for exiting prisoners. My plan was to be a prof. ...I am a teacher by career, & wanted to Prof at University. But since researching my Thesis and now Your video, I understand why I feel so passionate about the topic & how I can use my skills and knowledge to find a new path. I am going to investigate further probation officers information and see how my state aligns with yr commentary. I am excited and want to be a positive influence in the madness set up in our justice system. Hopefully affect lives and help offenders get good, healthy support to be productive members of society again. Thank you and yes, I have subscribed..so will be listening in. Go Texas!! Trisha MacBain
Thank you so much Ms. Trisha! And congratulations on making to your final course for the MA👏🏾👏🏾 The PO career path can be very rewarding to those who want to be on the front lines, and see ppl do better 😁
What was your job before? I was majoring in nursing but realized I don’t have passion for it like I do criminal justice, I always been discouraged to major in the criminal justice field but after praying about it I start college in January for it
Can you share any insights on working with special-needs defendants, such as those on the autism spectrum or with a similar neurological disorder? Also, can you share your insights in how to make initial contacts, how the intake process goes for first time defendants, and your advice for building rapport with defendants? Thanks! Love your videos! Used to be a juvenile PO, and this in-depth look at the adult system is really interesting! :D
I didn’t, really. One of your co-workers in another video did a good job of explaining one reason - dealing with the kids AND their parents made the job a lot tougher. Also, there’s a lot of crossover with child welfare with the client, sometimes with the client themselves getting their own kids(!) taken away. All around just an emotionally draining experience...and that only scratches the surface. Could talk all day about it to be honest lol. Thanks for asking, and for the videos!
Just graduated college... Not sure if an office job is for me. As a female, I don't want to be a police officer (doesn't interest me right now), so hopefully I'll find my niche.
Thank you so much for all this valuable information. How do you know what type of probation office your applying to? (type of cases you will be dealing with) Also, when you say you cover 120 cases, that means you are seeing 120 people a month? How long do you typically cover a case (defendant) for? ( 6mnths,1yr,2yrs,3+?) Looking forward to applying on January 2021 after my UHD graduation!
It should say the type of officer in the job description. Probationers have terms ranging from 6 months all the way to 10 years😩. So yes, I have average 120 ppl I have to see each month.
Yes, federal probation is different. That's for offenders who committed federal crimes such as drug trafficking or money laundering. It's quite different.
what do you recommend for people that are already inrolled into law enforcement as security, did explorer academy, Just deciding what major. What’s the best way to start?? Pls advice:(
Try 350 cases a month. Including going to court, teaching DUI school and getting defendants into long-term or short term treatments. No the pay isn't enough. It's a joke. It's a slap in the face for the hard work put towards a Criminal Justice Degree. (BS.) However, I am glad it is enough for you. But I see you have a ring and that means you have two incomes coming in which makes a huge difference. The only PO job that pays decent is Federal.
Eddie you are so right! It's a lot of work for the amount they pay. That's why I always tell ppl they should only do it if it's a passion. Thank you for commenting! 🤗. I really appreciate it ❤️
@@YourFavoritePO I enjoy your videos. They are amazing. Thank you for sharing, and the truth you provide in your videos. I have others gigs on the side that I generate extra income, and I enjoy being a P.O., however with Covid-19 our case loads has increased dramatically, we are running on a skeleton crew. We were suppose to get a huge raise on July 1, and due to Covid-19 our State has put that on hold. Lack of funds:(
COVID has impacted the caseload numbers dramatically! It's crazy! Hopefully they'll get some more officers and it can go down a bit soon ✨ because it makes it harder to effectively supervise the cases from my experience.
Extremely hard unfortunately. Any felony conviction will make it nearly impossible to get hired as a PO in my area. Misd. Charges are easier to work with.
I am graduating with a BA in Psych this December and I have been juggling between different job options. My first option is substance abuse counseling and then after that jobs related to criminal justice interest me alot. Not sure which one to go for . I live in Baltimore, Maryland right now and I just wanna make sure I go for a career that I will enjoy and also get good pay.
@@YourFavoritePO yeah that’s what I was noticing! Because I saw how you were mentioning more facts about the job on your other videos. Your content is very educational I think you picked such a good topic to focus your channel on
Hi! I am currently looking at applying for PO in Texas and your videos have been very helpful! I was feeling pretty discouraged by the reviews online so it's nice to see someone with a positive view of the career field. I was wondering about how many hours are worked on average throughout the week? I was hoping for a roughly M-F 9-5 type job so I have time for my family and wasn't sure if this is what I am looking for. I hope you are doing well and thanks for the informative videos!
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you so much for the quick response! That helps out a lot! I have a background in the military so some overtime isn't too big of a deal. But weekends are how I like to de-stress (reference to your interview video) so it's good to know that they are usually respected lol!
Hey lady I have a question do they have probation officers in the state prison do they stays 12-hour shifts and how are they assign on the cases is it what the person does or the person's gender or how long they are in prison also do they have probation offices for the prisoners that are found deceased or come up to decease from fighting in the prison
You're welcome. Oral health is extremely important and you're doing a great job. I liked the video as well. Keep up the great work. You're inspiring. 💖
Hi, I was browsing and found your channel. I have 5 questions to ask you Q1. what do you hope to accomplish in this position? Q2. How would/did you handle a situation in which a probationer becomes physically threatening? Q3. What methods do you use to track the probationers' progress? Q4. How do you establish a relationship of trust with probationers? Q5. Are juvenile cases better to deal with than adult criminal cases?
All we are trying to do is get in and get out and not get caught with dope in our system. 99 percent of us are non violent drug offenders. all the really serious folks are going to be supervised by someone that can handle it. There is no real way to track the progress of the probationer. the only solid way is maintaining employment and being a functional member of society but the problem with that is alot of functional and even very high functioning people do use drugs...especially weed. You're job is to lock that person up and completely ruin any progress they have achieved because that's how stupid the system is. Also the only people that are truly going to trust you are the stupid ones. no offense ..but when the smoke clears we are on opposite sides of things. Your job ...no matter what anyone tells you is to arrest people ....and you will have a quota. it's not about making lives better and infact it is your duty to ruin someone's life if need be to hold up a false and unrealistic standard. It is your job to back up your co workers when they break the law. If you attempt to do the right thing you will be black listed. All we are going to do is try our best to tell you exactly what you want to hear
Hello My Favorite PO, I am Keri Lee and I am doing an assignment for my class for my degree program in criminal justice at UMGC. This week we are doing informational interviews and I would like to use you as my subject, however I know you may not be able to answer private answers on this site. I was wondering if you can message me on my facebook page so they we could possibly converse discretely through inbox or messenger. I just have to conduct an interview asking you a few questions and it shouldn't take more than 5-10 minutes of your time. I have already watched several of your videos and am hoping to become a PO. I'm already a CO for the past 4 years. Thanks in advance.
I’m in currently in school, getting out with a bachelors and two associates….what would be the best advice you could/would give me Also I feel like I’m old to just start a P.O career, how old were you initially?
But some states require a civil service exam. You simply need a bachelor's degree in most states. What state are you in? I can better advise you based on that.
Hey I’m 14 years old and I live in Illinois. I want to be a Probation Officer like you.The reason why I want to be a Probation Officer is because I want to help people out from their addictions and stuff.
Great video! The subject of bribes (and other types of corruption) is very important to talk about. Bribes dont always come in the form of money, it can be other forms of positive reinforcement that ultimately manipulate your decision-making process. Accepting ANY type of gift from an inmate immediately gives him leverage over you because he can lie and say that you accepted it for a favor. The inmate is never your friend, don't accept anything from him.
If an inmate tries to give you anything, refuse it and quietly make note of his bribery attempt so you can keep it in our documentation records. Those f*ckers are crafty so when they try to lie about you, pull out the document from your records like "Not today, inmate! "
Where doin visits over the phone and in the field kindve just see there face in leave I guess. We are working from home also for a couple hours IDK it's weird.
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you. I'm covered in ink and closed one CJ degree this semester and then I'll be going on to my masters in another field. I was told by a professor .. no Probation or Parole agency would give me the time.. even though I'm majoring in 2 degrees.
My city is not really shut down just certain stores ...but when my city is back to normal than I will continue my grind on if I want to be a probation officer....the city I am from is in Georgia
@@theuniqueoneable congratulations on graduating! 💯 You should definitely consider it. Before I started as a PO, I had no idea how much I would end up liking it.
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you so much and I will most def check it out and I will let you know when I do ..Just keep your youtube lit as it already is 😂💯💯💯
I need to move 🙄 I really wanted to be a PO and I went to the interview it went well they were basically offering me the job but I didn’t feel comfortable as a woman having to apprehend and arrest people if I had to, they were telling me that I’d have to learn how to literally pin them down and wrestle with them if neeed be and I just was very uncomfortable
Since the "Pandemic"Our stores down here have been packed packed every morning. You'd thought that Jay-Z and Beyonce were holding a meet and greet.. Great Video and Even Better Information Tho!!
We dress the same. We keep a blazer in our office for court though, to look more presentable. The guys keep a tie in their office as well for court days.
I learned that the hard way. I rode sooooo hard for someone, and after 20 years, yes it took me that long. I always wanted to believe he was the exception to the rule, and he was not like the other addicts, and I learned the hard way that no matter what I do or say, it is an inside job on his part. He just didn't want it, and he may never want it.
I was recently hired as a probation officer! I’m excited, but also super nervous. Watching your videos has definitely helped. Thank you!💕
Congratulations beauty! You are gonna enjoy it! I was really nervous at first too. What state are you in?
Congratulations I just need a opportunity my city really not hiring at the moment
What is the average salary for someone who is new to the field (I live in TX)
Which degree did you do?
Go for it! Don't let your weight stop you Queen!
I had three more questions What are some challenges you face in this career choice? how do you
handle your work-life balance? Where did you attend college and what was your major?
Great information love the channel on here and tik tok
Thank you so much Tristan! 💓
@@YourFavoritePO I’m tryna be the number one fan
🤗💋 I appreciate that love and support. U are my number one!
You mentioned how heavy the caseloads were, sorry if it sounds silly, but were those cases weekly, monthly or yearly? Loved the video by the way. And do you find yourself taking a lot of your work home to complete?
No, I don't take work home. The caseload number I referred to is monthly. Thanks for asking!
ive honestly enjoyed it school has been a breeze
it's always more fun when you actually like what you're studying! 😁
loved the video
Aww thank you Robert ❤️ how are you doing?
Your Favorite P. O. Uh trying to get through everything right now having no immune system but I’ll be fine and getting ready to start online classes at my local college :)
I had applied for probation officer
Watching your video for guidance
Nice! What state are you in?
@@YourFavoritePO Pakistan
Do officers that have masters degrees get paid more than POs with bachelors degrees?
Slightly more yes! Depends on your agency in regards to how much more.
Thank you for posting these videos.. I'm considering obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in parole and probation. I would like to know if you can give me some advice, after completing my degree program, I would like to work as a probation officer for a few years and then eventually moving up to an assistant Warden position.. would it be better for me to get the criminal justice degree with the concentration in criminal justice Administration or a concentration in probation and parole..
Criminal justice admin would be great! But either is fine for your future career
If you’re a probation officer, to become a CHP or police officer after do you need to go through their academy?
Most agencies will require you to go through their academy.
Your Favorite P. O. That’s a bummer I’d like to work for CHP and maybe work as a probation officer after. Thank you!
Classy...i would love to email u or talk offline. Im been in my career over 10 yrs and want a change. Thx for all u do.
I appreciate you watching my videos. You can email me or message me on IG😁
Last question, What sparked your interest in this career field?
I knew I wanted to work with ppl. A probation office was built close to my house, and I went for it. I was tired of working in the laboratory with very little human interaction ✨
@@YourFavoritePO Thanks for replying to my question
Any time!
How obtainable is the position of head of the probation and parole board
Very obtainable if u have experience and a master's degree, or doctorate
Ok. I can’t seem to land a PO job. Maybe it’s because I’m in Louisiana but I have a bachelors and I’m in grad school now. I’m considering relocating to Dallas.
Your chances are great in Dallas. I just saw a couple of months ago they were hiring for a director 💯
If you have a dui does that disqualify you from being a probation officer?
To apply for a probation officer job do you have to go too school?
what college did you attend?
My p.o. used to hit on me soon as I turned 18 lol. I used to pay her not to violate me for failing my drug test for weed too.
Very informative. I'm a felony probation/parole officer here in Georgia. What state are you in?
Texas 😁. How long have you been on the job?
@@YourFavoritePO 5 years and change
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I'm really glad I found your channel! I'm currently in school getting my Bachelors in Criminal Justice in hopes of becoming a probation officer :) I know when I get into the field I'll definitely be revisiting your channel for tips!
So happy you found me! let me know if you have any questions 😊
Your Favorite P. O. I actually had one question. I really want to work with youth in particular, are you able to specify a certain demographic that you want to work with or do you just get what you get? Or is it based on seniority or what agency you join? (Sorry if it’s confusing)
I'm interning for juvenile probations and I'm so grateful for these videos give me even more insight. I'm excited for a future in this career! Thanks for making these.
You are welcome Corryn! I'm glad you found my channel. You will really enjoy the internship 😁
I’ve been the Air Force for two years rn as a fire fighter. I want to go to school and become a P.O.
That's exciting! Thank you for serving your country 😊
Shoot for the feds! You're welcome
What is your supervisors job title? Just curious
Supervisor
I love this video, recently been accepted into experiential learning program to be an adult probation officer intern, My first choice was victim services advocate. I am nervous to begin in almost 2 weeks. I am also graduating with my bachelors in social work.
Ahhhh! Congrats on the internship Avery! 👏🏿 You will love it! You'll learn so much about human nature that you probably never even thought of before. What state are u in if you don't mind me asking?
can a probation officer stop my son from moving into my home
If it violates the probation, yes sir.
Can you make a video about the authority PO’s have?
Love the video
Oooohh yes! Great topic✨
I've absconded what should i do?
Call the probation office
Thanks for this video. I'm currently working on my CJ degree, and your channel is expiring me. Keep up the great content.
I'm so happy to hear that you are interested in the field! Thank u for tuning in 😃
Do you think involuntary treatment is even worth it? I mean, I know law enforcement or probation may mandate it, but if it isn't working, a different approach is needed.
Are you a federal probation officer of would you ever try to go federal? I've applied several times with my county but never get picked for interviews....
no I'm not federal. I would consider it though. I hear it's pretty competitive.
So just to clarify, you are not allowed to carry on the job? Does this have to do what level of officer you are?
When I was younger I've seen PO with firearms just like the police officers. thanks
It's based in the department I work for. I know a lot of POs in other agencies carry. You are right! 😁
Hello! Quick question. My husband will soon be on probation in Oklahoma. We're originally from Texas and usually see our elderly parents. I was told my husband will have to request permission to leave the state while on probation. If so, how good are my husband's chances on being approved for a travel pass to go into Texas every month?
That greatly depends on what he's on probation for, and his stipulations in the court order. Thank you for checking out my channel
Hello Favorite PO! Quick question for you, How do you handle your work-life balance?
Do you have to randomly get drug tested by the department
Not with my department. I've been there over 4 years and I have not experienced that.
Is there overtime pay? I understand it’s a monthly salary position
Some agencies have OT, but most have comp time.
Have you ever gone out to a bar or something and seen a client and/ or seen them drinking?
Nope
As probation officer do you guys get housing discounts? I heard of thing called good neghibor next door program that gives law enforcement officers discounts on homes
not that I'm aware of. I have heard of police officers getting discounts, but not probation officers. I need to research this 🤔 Thank you!
I live UPstate New York....and writing my Thesis for MA in Psy. (Final course..yippee) My Topic is conformity while imprisoned & Reform for exiting prisoners. My plan was to be a prof. ...I am a teacher by career, & wanted to Prof at University. But since researching my Thesis and now Your video, I understand why I feel so passionate about the topic & how I can use my skills and knowledge to find a new path. I am going to investigate further probation officers information and see how my state aligns with yr commentary. I am excited and want to be a positive influence in the madness set up in our justice system. Hopefully affect lives and help offenders get good, healthy support to be productive members of society again. Thank you and yes, I have subscribed..so will be listening in. Go Texas!! Trisha MacBain
Thank you so much Ms. Trisha! And congratulations on making to your final course for the MA👏🏾👏🏾 The PO career path can be very rewarding to those who want to be on the front lines, and see ppl do better 😁
What was your job before? I was majoring in nursing but realized I don’t have passion for it like I do criminal justice, I always been discouraged to major in the criminal justice field but after praying about it I start college in January for it
I worked as a laboratory technician for over 6 years. I had no prior CJ experience.
maybe you did a video already on this but I was curious what are some of the excuses you hear all the time. Particularly about people taking their UAS
I actually haven't talked about that much. NUMBER 1 is, "I had some NyQuil for my cough, but not any alcohol" 😂
Thanks for the video idea 😁
You’re really smart , that’s dope 🙏🔥 ✍️ keep going.
Appreciate that
Your Favorite P. O. You’re welcome 😇 keep going!! Come by and listen to my hit song “Keep Callin” leave a really honest comment!! Thx 😊
I just love your channel
Quick question do some probation officers allow there clients to smoke weed, asking for a friend
Nope, it's not allowed at all in Texas and many other states. 😂😂
that's an interesting question: smoke weed in their personal space, or when they're visiting their P.O.?
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Being a P.O interest me, but how much schooling for it or what degrees would you recommend for this position
Can you share any insights on working with special-needs defendants, such as those on the autism spectrum or with a similar neurological disorder? Also, can you share your insights in how to make initial contacts, how the intake process goes for first time defendants, and your advice for building rapport with defendants?
Thanks! Love your videos! Used to be a juvenile PO, and this in-depth look at the adult system is really interesting! :D
Great questions! Thank you so much. I will address this topic in a video 😉
How did you like juvenile probation?!
I didn’t, really. One of your co-workers in another video did a good job of explaining one reason - dealing with the kids AND their parents made the job a lot tougher. Also, there’s a lot of crossover with child welfare with the client, sometimes with the client themselves getting their own kids(!) taken away. All around just an emotionally draining experience...and that only scratches the surface. Could talk all day about it to be honest lol. Thanks for asking, and for the videos!
Awesome video! Love it!
I get my masters degree in Business Administration in 3 weeks what is the next step I have to do to become a PO ?
Go to the website of your county and look at job openings. Make sure your resume is updated and posted on indeed! ✨
Just graduated college... Not sure if an office job is for me. As a female, I don't want to be a police officer (doesn't interest me right now), so hopefully I'll find my niche.
There's good balance with being a PO. You have office work, court work, and field work. What's your degree in?
I'm in Chicago and a p.o. its great to see how other locations operate ...awesome boo😘
Thank you Candy!!! Are things similar in Chicago?
How old were you when you started PO?
Thank you so much for all this valuable information.
How do you know what type of probation office your applying to? (type of cases you will be dealing with)
Also, when you say you cover 120 cases, that means you are seeing 120 people a month?
How long do you typically cover a case (defendant) for? ( 6mnths,1yr,2yrs,3+?)
Looking forward to applying on January 2021 after my UHD graduation!
It should say the type of officer in the job description. Probationers have terms ranging from 6 months all the way to 10 years😩. So yes, I have average 120 ppl I have to see each month.
Your Favorite P. O. 10 years? Oh my!!!!
Doesn't that get too boring? lol
Nope! It's a rollercoaster, lol. There's always some interesting stuff happening
Do you have an information on federal Probation ...Like is it different from the original ones ....
Yes, federal probation is different. That's for offenders who committed federal crimes such as drug trafficking or money laundering. It's quite different.
@@YourFavoritePO Oh okay because I might consider that as well
Cool video very informative 💯
🤗 thank you!
Splinter boy you know all the ins and outs lol
what do you recommend for people that are already inrolled into law enforcement as security, did explorer academy, Just deciding what major. What’s the best way to start?? Pls advice:(
Definitely pick a major that interests you. If you want to pursue a career as a PO, I would say major in criminal justice. hope this helps ✨
Try 350 cases a month. Including going to court, teaching DUI school and getting defendants into long-term or short term treatments. No the pay isn't enough. It's a joke. It's a slap in the face for the hard work put towards a Criminal Justice Degree. (BS.) However, I am glad it is enough for you. But I see you have a ring and that means you have two incomes coming in which makes a huge difference. The only PO job that pays decent is Federal.
Eddie you are so right! It's a lot of work for the amount they pay. That's why I always tell ppl they should only do it if it's a passion. Thank you for commenting! 🤗. I really appreciate it ❤️
@@YourFavoritePO I enjoy your videos. They are amazing. Thank you for sharing, and the truth you provide in your videos. I have others gigs on the side that I generate extra income, and I enjoy being a P.O., however with Covid-19 our case loads has increased dramatically, we are running on a skeleton crew. We were suppose to get a huge raise on July 1, and due to Covid-19 our State has put that on hold. Lack of funds:(
COVID has impacted the caseload numbers dramatically! It's crazy! Hopefully they'll get some more officers and it can go down a bit soon ✨ because it makes it harder to effectively supervise the cases from my experience.
@@YourFavoritePO I agree. Especially keeping up with VOP's and making sure they don't expire on your clock:)
Hey quick question. With all my rights restored (2nd amendment as well) as a non violent felon. How hard would it be to become a po??
Extremely hard unfortunately. Any felony conviction will make it nearly impossible to get hired as a PO in my area. Misd. Charges are easier to work with.
What about a felony deferred adjudication?
Most felons in my Dept. will be disqualified, even if deferred. 😩
You gonna move over to parole
Nope, I like probation better
@@YourFavoritePO right on. I've never been on either but what's dirty policy is it at your discretion
I just applied to two counties in southern california. Your videos are helping me learn a lot! Thank you so much!!
That's great! Good luck and keep me posted on the progress! I know sometimes it takes a while to hear back from them.
What County, I’m also a DPO in SoCal
What are some challenges you face in this career choice?
I wana just ask , What do you like about being a p.o the most? Intrested because my fiance wants to go for that field. Thank you
The variety of the job. Big being stuck in an office all day. Check out twohatspodcast here in YT. My co-host and I discuss the job at length. 😁
Haha I see your hand sanitizer!
I am graduating with a BA in Psych this December and I have been juggling between different job options. My first option is substance abuse counseling and then after that jobs related to criminal justice interest me alot. Not sure which one to go for . I live in Baltimore, Maryland right now and I just wanna make sure I go for a career that I will enjoy and also get good pay.
Wow! Almost done! Good thing is you can do both as a PO, because it's counseling mixed with law enforcement.
@@YourFavoritePO yeah that’s what I was noticing! Because I saw how you were mentioning more facts about the job on your other videos. Your content is very educational I think you picked such a good topic to focus your channel on
Hi! I am currently looking at applying for PO in Texas and your videos have been very helpful! I was feeling pretty discouraged by the reviews online so it's nice to see someone with a positive view of the career field. I was wondering about how many hours are worked on average throughout the week? I was hoping for a roughly M-F 9-5 type job so I have time for my family and wasn't sure if this is what I am looking for. I hope you are doing well and thanks for the informative videos!
Hi! Thanks for watching 😁.
Yes Monday through Friday 8-5 in my area. Some agencies are on call some weekends.
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you so much for the quick response! That helps out a lot! I have a background in the military so some overtime isn't too big of a deal. But weekends are how I like to de-stress (reference to your interview video) so it's good to know that they are usually respected lol!
You have to have a master to become a P.O? Is it any type of degree?
You must have a bachelor's degree in psychology, criminal justice, or something similar to social work. ✨
Hey lady I have a question do they have probation officers in the state prison do they stays 12-hour shifts and how are they assign on the cases is it what the person does or the person's gender or how long they are in prison also do they have probation offices for the prisoners that are found deceased or come up to decease from fighting in the prison
Does a probation officer has to carry a gun of all times?
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Why is my probation not visiting me
Probably because of the virus. Call the county to see if you have an active warrant.
Okay
Thank you
@@isaacortiz7090 anytime 🤗
I can't go to work at all
Lol, I wish I didn't have to go😩
@@YourFavoritePO Hush just pray and trust God and pay keen attention to your surrounding and be careful
Keep being strong 💪 ok keep up the work
Thank you so much 💯
@@YourFavoritePO Your welcome😄
Hello from a Probation Officer from Romania😁
Romania?! How cool! Pleased to virtually meet you 😀
@@YourFavoritePO So do I, for sure I can learn something from you about the Probation in the USA.
lovely video - thank you!
Thank you!
Do you get drug tested in the beginning stages of getting the job?
Yes, there is a drug test. And you are generally subject to random UA's at any time.
Your Favorite P. O. Thanks. Also is there any physical tests you’d have to take ?
What’s your IG?
Your favorite P.O.
If I get a BA in communications with a minor in sociology, can I become a P.O?
Great information, thank you for the insight on what to expect when trying to become a P.O!!
Just started the video but great teeth.
thank you, lol. I love this comment! 😁
You're welcome. Oral health is extremely important and you're doing a great job. I liked the video as well. Keep up the great work. You're inspiring. 💖
Hi, I was browsing and found your channel. I have 5 questions to ask you Q1. what do you hope to accomplish in this position? Q2. How would/did you handle a situation in which a probationer becomes physically threatening? Q3. What methods do you use to track the probationers' progress? Q4. How do you establish a relationship of trust with probationers? Q5. Are juvenile cases better to deal with than adult criminal cases?
All we are trying to do is get in and get out and not get caught with dope in our system. 99 percent of us are non violent drug offenders. all the really serious folks are going to be supervised by someone that can handle it. There is no real way to track the progress of the probationer. the only solid way is maintaining employment and being a functional member of society but the problem with that is alot of functional and even very high functioning people do use drugs...especially weed. You're job is to lock that person up and completely ruin any progress they have achieved because that's how stupid the system is. Also the only people that are truly going to trust you are the stupid ones. no offense ..but when the smoke clears we are on opposite sides of things. Your job ...no matter what anyone tells you is to arrest people ....and you will have a quota. it's not about making lives better and infact it is your duty to ruin someone's life if need be to hold up a false and unrealistic standard. It is your job to back up your co workers when they break the law. If you attempt to do the right thing you will be black listed. All we are going to do is try our best to tell you exactly what you want to hear
Hello My Favorite PO,
I am Keri Lee and I am doing an assignment for my class for my degree program in criminal justice at UMGC. This week we are doing informational interviews and I would like to use you as my subject, however I know you may not be able to answer private answers on this site. I was wondering if you can message me on my facebook page so they we could possibly converse discretely through inbox or messenger. I just have to conduct an interview asking you a few questions and it shouldn't take more than 5-10 minutes of your time. I have already watched several of your videos and am hoping to become a PO. I'm already a CO for the past 4 years. Thanks in advance.
you can message me on IG. I don't have Facebook. I would love to help you out!
I’m in currently in school, getting out with a bachelors and two associates….what would be the best advice you could/would give me
Also I feel like I’m old to just start a P.O career, how old were you initially?
I started at age 25. Best advice is to do it only if you want to help ppl. Otherwise, you will burn out quickly 💯
Hi. Is there a certain test that needs to be taken.
Not for Texas
But some states require a civil service exam. You simply need a bachelor's degree in most states. What state are you in? I can better advise you based on that.
Good information , Hopefully we get through this pandemic sooner than later and do probation officer's carry weapons . Take care and thank you
Yes, we have our cell phones! 😂 J/k
Some POs carry, but my department doesn't allow it.
lol you're so funnyyyy
Hey I’m 14 years old and I live in Illinois. I want to be a Probation Officer like you.The reason why I want to be a Probation Officer is because I want to help people out from their addictions and stuff.
that's such a wonderful thing to hear! You can reach a lot of people being a PO. Stay focused and you WILL become a PO✨
No drug court available?
Great video! The subject of bribes (and other types of corruption) is very important to talk about. Bribes dont always come in the form of money, it can be other forms of positive reinforcement that ultimately manipulate your decision-making process. Accepting ANY type of gift from an inmate immediately gives him leverage over you because he can lie and say that you accepted it for a favor. The inmate is never your friend, don't accept anything from him.
If an inmate tries to give you anything, refuse it and quietly make note of his bribery attempt so you can keep it in our documentation records. Those f*ckers are crafty so when they try to lie about you, pull out the document from your records like "Not today, inmate! "
Where doin visits over the phone and in the field kindve just see there face in leave I guess. We are working from home also for a couple hours IDK it's weird.
it's supppeerr weird. I'm trying to get used to it since we don't know how long it'll last.
You're so pretty 😍🦋
What type of high school classes did u take (dual enrollment)?
I took a lot of science classes because I initially wanted to be a surgeon 😩
can you have hand tattoos and be a PO? even if I obtain a Dr Degree?
yes you sure can!
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you. I'm covered in ink and closed one CJ degree this semester and then I'll be going on to my masters in another field. I was told by a professor .. no Probation or Parole agency would give me the time.. even though I'm majoring in 2 degrees.
My girlfriend is a social worker and shes working from home. Be safe out there......🔥🔥🔥🔥
Will do! I'm sure she would understand the PO struggles. We are basically social workers too!
My city is not really shut down just certain stores ...but when my city is back to normal than I will continue my grind on if I want to be a probation officer....the city I am from is in Georgia
Seems like everyday more stores are closing so there's nothing to do. What kind of job do you have now?
@@YourFavoritePO I dont have one at the moment just graduated in December just looking for the best fit
@@theuniqueoneable congratulations on graduating! 💯 You should definitely consider it. Before I started as a PO, I had no idea how much I would end up liking it.
@@YourFavoritePO Thank you so much and I will most def check it out and I will let you know when I do ..Just keep your youtube lit as it already is 😂💯💯💯
Hey! If you go to the field and you see someone violating their parole what do you do call the police?
We are required to document it and proceed with court action if necessary.
I need to move 🙄 I really wanted to be a PO and I went to the interview it went well they were basically offering me the job but I didn’t feel comfortable as a woman having to apprehend and arrest people if I had to, they were telling me that I’d have to learn how to literally pin them down and wrestle with them if neeed be and I just was very uncomfortable
@@kennisemarche noooooo, you turned it down?! 😩
I do understand though. I wouldn't be comfortable with that either.
@@kennisemarche what state this was in ?
Since the "Pandemic"Our stores down here have been packed packed every morning. You'd thought that Jay-Z and Beyonce were holding a meet and greet.. Great Video and Even Better Information Tho!!
😂😂😂 Not Jay and Bey! Lmao
I don't even want to risk going to the stores, lol!
How do you dress at work and to court? Same way or do you normally change to go to court?
We dress the same. We keep a blazer in our office for court though, to look more presentable. The guys keep a tie in their office as well for court days.
I heard probation finna end in 2 months
For real?
Thanks for posting the video and channel. But I wish you gave more specific information on the payscales for each type of PPO.
I can definitely do that 4 you