Angelina Lasenby
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Friends of the Children and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center. Excelled in enhancing mentee development and ensuring safety through strategic problem resolution and proficient computer skills. Skilled in effective communication and detail-oriented tasks, consistently delivering impactful outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Mentor
Friends of the Children
03.2023 - Current
- Facilitated development of 8 mentees through regular interaction and planned events.
- Enhanced engagement through comprehensive documentation of mentees' development.
- Established effective interaction by dedicating 2-4 hours each week to connect with caregivers and mentees.
Youth Development Specialist
Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Executed continuous oversight of resident activities, guaranteeing a safe and ethical setting.
- Executed systematic searches of residents and belongings, upholding stringent security protocols.
- Created comprehensive logs for resident behaviors, incidents, and shift transitions to ensure robust documentation.
Customer Protection Officer
G4S/ Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
11.2014 - 06.2017
- Exercised strong decision-making skills while managing resident supervision.
- Performed hourly head counts to uphold rigorous security protocols and compliance standards.
- Enhanced student conduct and recognition systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westwood College
Loop02.2025
High School Diploma -
Westinghouse Career Academy
Chicago, IL02.2025
Skills
- Sound Analytical Judgment
- Effective Communication
- Strategic Problem Resolution
- Composed in High-Stress Situations
- Effective Task Coordination
- Detail-Oriented
- Strong Multitasking Skills
- Attentive Listener
- Proficient Computer Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
Certification
- Firearm Owner's Identification Card, 2212345903
- Permanent Employee Registration Card, 129.312988
Honors And Awards
Employee of the Month, Cook County Government, Employee of the month for embodiment of firm, fair, and consistent professionalism, flexibility with equal consistency, and accountability.
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month for quality of work that embodiment of firm, fair, consistent, professionalism, and flexibility.
- Academic achievement for the Dean's and President list seven times.
Timeline
Professional Mentor
Friends of the Children
03.2023 - Current
Youth Development Specialist
Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
06.2017 - 03.2023
Customer Protection Officer
G4S/ Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
11.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westwood College
High School Diploma -
Westinghouse Career Academy
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