Why does the work of the probation and parole officer require strong motivation, academic and professional skills, and optimism

O One must be in perfect health to perform the duties of either office.

O Challenges can be overwhelming and dangerous and yet still rewarding.

O Judges caution probation officers to maintain sympathy for the offender, which tends to make them pity offenders.

OWorking with police officers and the correction system makes parole and probation officers jaded and unhappy.