The San Joaquin County Probation Department, as an integral part of the Justice System, provides safe custodial care for juve ... niles and upholds public safety by providing prevention, investigation, and supervision services for offenders. We are committed to excellence, professionalism, and integrity as we serve our community... One of Probation's primary goals is to provide evidence based interventions to our clients to assist them in adopting prosocial behaviors, resulting in reduced recidivism, thereby increasing public safety and reducing victimization. San Joaquin County Probation has a shared set of values. We value excellence, importance of the individual, team concept, ethical conduct, professionalism, importance of community and a safe and healthy environment. read more