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Provides public safety through formal supervision and support for individuals who have been convicted of an offense and released into the community under the supervision of a probation officer.

The Community Work Service Program is an alternative sentence for first-time offenders under the age of 21, charged with a misdemeanor. A judge will offer the person charged an opportunity to do community service and will be monitored by a program coordinator.

PINS provides a diversion program for youth who have become involved with the law due to at risk behaviors or becoming arrested for minor crimes.

Program provides for the close surveillance of juveniles or people needing supervision.

Provides public safety through formal supervision and support for individuals who have been convicted of an offense and released into the community under the supervision of a probation officer.

The Community Work Service Program is an alternative sentence for first-time offenders under the age of 21, charged with a misdemeanor. A judge will offer the person charged an opportunity to do community service and will be monitored by a program coordinator.

Pre and post-diversion program for youth arrested for or accused of harm in Tonawanda. Diverts youth away from Family Court in the Town of Tonawanda, both before and after arrest. Youth are given the option of a Restorative Conference, where the responsible youth and their support people meet with those they’ve harmed and community members to discuss the impact of the crime and what might repair the harm. If the youth fulfill their Conferencing Agreement, their charges are dropped.

Works with youth who have been placed on probation through a parent or school PINS petition and are at risk of being adjudicated to higher level probation or placement in a Division for Youth facility. Offers home and/or school visits on a weekly basis. Services include, but are not limited to, anger management, school advocacy, life skills coaching, communication skills, job assistance, self -esteem, self-awareness and parent education. Referral required

The Probation Department’s primary function is to provide community based supervision for adult and juvenile offenders.

The Pretrial Release program aims to reduce the frequency of unnecessary incarceration in the jail by assessing the defendant’s qualifications for release on his/her own recognizance, based on non-financial conditions.

Provides a mental health program designed for the criminal offender suffering from serious mental illness to successfully reintegrate into the community upon release

Provides PINS Diversion services to families where youth are at risk of PINS petition and, when appropriate, assists with filing of PINS petitions. Services to adults 18+ yrs unable to care for themselves includes investigation, coordination of services, financial management, arranging for support systems, alternative placement, and access to medical care, legal services and benefits.

Serves eviction notices, judgments for payroll deductions, and any other orders as established by the courts. Also attempts in recovering of monies and/or properties as a result of court orders. Accepts payments of bail and other fines for release from jail prior to trial.

Provides public safety through formal supervision and support for individuals who have been convicted of an offense and released into the community under the supervision of a probation officer.

Presides over all county court cases

Community supervision of offenders under probation.

The Community Work Service Program is an alternative sentence for first-time offenders under the age of 21, charged with a misdemeanor. A judge will offer the person charged an opportunity to do community service and will be monitored by a program coordinator.

Provides public safety through formal supervision and support for individuals who have been convicted of an offense and released into the community under the supervision of a probation officer. Many discretionary services for pretrial and alternative sentencing are also provided. Provides juvenile intake, screening, assessment and diversion services in lieu of immediate Family Court referrals. Offers services for pretrial and alternative sentencing. Provides PINS (Person in Need of Supervison) services.

Designed to educate divorcing or separating parents on the impact of their breakup on their children. Teaches techniques to reduce the stress of family changes and protect children from the negative effects of ongoing conflict in order to foster and promote childrens healthy adjustment and development. Addresses four topics: Creating and Maintaining Supportive Parent-Child Relationships Providing a Stable, Supportive Home Environment Maintaining Healthy Parental Functioning and Psychological Well-Being and Protecting Children from Ongoing Conflict Between Parents. Call for schedule and further information.

Programs offered include licensed after school and recess camp programs, adult and youth tennis, swimming lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, after-school gym programs, toddler programs, Badminton, adult floor hockey, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, youth basketball lessons, open basketball, and floor hockey. Playground and playmobile (mobile playground) available. Concerts in the parks and various special events offered during the year. Programs for adults with disabilities include social program, crafts, and Special Olympics training in basketball, track, and swimming. Programs for youth with disabilities include social programs, Special Olympics training, basketball, track, and swimming during summer. Services available for dropouts/early school intervention/first offenders. Youth programs provided at 4 community centers/sites. Programs aim to unite community resources, aid disadvantaged youth, and prevent drug abuse. YES program is an employment program for teens/young adults. Resident ID cards issued annually. Additional Sites: Harlem Road Youth Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst NY 14226; call 716-631-7208 after 2:30pm. Williamsville Youth Center, 5005 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-633-8117 after 2:30pm. Amherst Youth & Family Center, Amherst Manor Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-631-7299 after 2:30pm. School Intervention Service, 3982 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226; call 716-839-4066. Clearfield Youth Center, 730 Hopkins Road, Williamsville, NY 14221; call 716-689-1404 after 2:30pm. Safe Homes, 1625 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216; call 716-831-2298. ##REENTRY##

The Anger Management Programs helps individuals control anger and resulting negative behaviors. One day anger management programs are held on Saturdays (off site) from 9am-3pm Appointments required.

Serves eviction notices, judgments for payroll deductions, and any other orders as established by the courts. Also attempts in recovering of monies and/or properties as a result of court orders. Accepts payments of bail and other fines for release from jail prior to trial.

Provides supervision of juveniles and adults who have been sentenced to probation including electronic monitoring and overseeing restitution payments. Offers juvenile diversion counseling and programming. The department also prepares pre-sentence investigations/reports for criminal and family courts as ordered by the courts.