Ashley Osterhage
London,KY
Summary
Highly experienced Probation Officer with over 12 years in criminal justice and social services, bringing a balanced, accountability-focused approach to offender supervision and rehabilitation. Skilled in managing high-risk caseloads, conducting investigations, and preparing detailed court reports. Serves as a Certified Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, CPR Instructor, and PREA Investigator, demonstrating strong leadership, training, and compliance expertise. Committed to public safety, interagency collaboration, and promoting successful reintegration through evidence-based practices and a solid academic foundation in administration of justice and digital forensics.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Parole Officer
Commonwealth of Kentucky- Department of Corrections
02.2021 - Current
- Supervise individuals on probation and parole to ensure compliance with ordered conditions
- Conducted investigations and wrote detailed reports for releasing authority, including pre-sentence investigations, progress reports, and violation of supervision reports
- Provided sworn testimony on offender behavior, program participation, and community safety concerns
- Prepared detailed documentation to support testimony and ensure transparency in reporting
- Maintained regular contact through home, office, and community visits to monitor behavior and compliance
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary agencies such as law enforcement, treatment providers and social services
- Referred offenders to programs for substance abuse, mental health, education and employment assistance
- Enforced accountability while supporting reintegration and promoting public safety
Drug Court Case Manager
Commonwealth of Kentucky-Administrative Office of the Courts
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed a caseload of participants in a court supervised drug treatment program
- Responded to judicial inquiries under oath, presenting case updates to judicial and multidisciplinary team
- Conducted assessments and developed individualized case plans
- Maintained detailed case notes and prepared reports for court hearings, including progress summaries and sanction recommendations
- Facilitated referrals to promote long-term rehabilitation and reduced recidivism through consistent support and structure supervision
Child Protective Investigator
Missouri Department of Social Services
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Investigated reports of child abuse and neglect in accordance with state laws and agency protocols
- Conducted home visits, interviews, and safety assessments of children, parents, and caregivers.
- Collected and analyzed evidence to determine the validity of allegations and level fo risk to child(ren)
- Testified in court hearings regarding investigative findings, safety plans and intervention recommendations
- Maintained thorough and timely case documentation in compliance with legal and agency standards
Education
Digital Forensics
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Lindenwood University
Belleville, IL05-2013
Skills
- Case Management
- Risk and Needs Assessments
- Courtroom Testimony
- Crisis intervention
- Report writing and documentation
- Behavioral observation
- Motivational interviewing
- Legal and ethical compliance
Timeline
Probation Parole Officer
Commonwealth of Kentucky- Department of Corrections
02.2021 - Current
Drug Court Case Manager
Commonwealth of Kentucky-Administrative Office of the Courts
08.2017 - 01.2021
Child Protective Investigator
Missouri Department of Social Services
11.2015 - 05.2017
Digital Forensics
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Lindenwood University
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