Judicial Services Report 2016, 225th Anniversary Edition

The mission of Adult Probation and Parole Services is to enforce the mandate of the Court of Common Pleas of Lancaster County by ensuring the legal accountability of those individuals under its supervision. This objective is accomplished through individ- ualized direction, client-centered goal coordination, the effective use of community- based resources, and the swift and consistent administration of prescribed sanctions.

Director Mark Wilson

Essential Values x We believe that protection of the community is paramount. x We believe that each person is responsible for his or her own behavior and must be held accountable as a member of the community. x We believe that people in our charge can change for the better and that we can be instrumental in providing op- portunities and resources to direct that change. We be- lieve that everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect.

Operational Goals x

To provide the greatest likelihood of success for the individuals under our supervision, consistent with the safety of the community, through the use of restorative alternatives and corrective sanctions. To exercise the authority with which we have been entrusted with equality and discretion. x To perpetually evaluate and adjust program services to best reflect our values and achieve our mission.

Office of Supervision Services One of two offices in Adult Probation & Parole Services, the Office of Supervision Services, provides supervision of adult offenders placed on probation and/or parole supervision by order of the Court of Common Pleas of Lancaster County. The office is comprised of two divisions: the General Supervision Division and the Special Supervision Division, each headed by a Division Director. Each division is responsible for the duties and responsibilities of the various type of services during the course of supervision.

General Supervision unit Assessment unit Central Intake unit Pre-Parole unit Medium/Maximum caseloads

Special Supervision unit Domestic Violence unit Drug Court Mental Health Court MH/ID units Sex Offender unit Veterans’ Court Re-Entry unit Electronic Monitoring/Transfer unit/ Low Risk caseloads