Billie Jo Horner
Napoleon,Ohio
Summary
Motivated professional with a positive attitude and strong communication and conflict resolution skills. Eager to use experience working with at-risk youth and families and knowledge of resources to help foster positive student outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Community Services
Four County ADAMhs Board
Archbold, OH
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinator for Crisis Intervention Team training and the Four County LOSS Team.
- Participate in Child Fatality Reviews.
- Create social media campaigns.
- Attend community meetings, participate in workgroups and supervise the transportation program.
- Act as the Client Rights Officer.
- Collaborate with law enforcement, area health departments and other community partners as needed for joint events, strengthening community bonds and resource sharing.
Prevention Specialist
Maumee Valley Guidance Center
Defiance, OH
05.2018 - 02.2024
- Directed mental health training programs and school prevention initiatives to elevate community awareness.
- Conducted assessments to identify risk factors and recommend interventions.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions on mental health awareness.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback.
- Established strong relationships with schools, law enforcement and community groups, expanding the reach of prevention efforts.
- Instructed weekly mental health classes for detainees to promote youth development, and facilitated monthly staff training sessions at NWOJDRC
Prevention Program Facilitator
Four County Family Center
Wauseon, OH
02.2013 - 04.2018
- Facilitated weekly meetings to access obstacles and barriers to Client's success.
- Helped at-risk Clients maintain court ordered compliance.
- Facilitated Nurturing Fathers program. Monitored participant progress, providing tailored support to ensure individual success in programs.
- Facilitated Mental Health First Aid, The Incredible Years/Dino School & Signs of Suicide Program.
- Acted as a mediator for parents & the school, facilitated parent group, & coached parents as needed as the Parent Partner for FAST.
- In-room, intensive monitoring & reporting of family visitation, intervene & guide parents if necessary as a monitor for court-ordered supervised parental visitations .
Juvenile Corrections Officer
NW Ohio Juvenile Detention & Rehabilitation Center
Stryker, OH
05.2012 - 01.2016
- Supervised daily activities of juvenile residents, ensuring adherence to facility rules and regulations.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to de-escalate conflicts among youth in detention.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, utilizing appropriate crisis management techniques to maintain order within the facility.
- Maintained detailed records of resident behavior and progress, providing regular reports to supervisory staff for review and analysis.
Education
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Northwest State Community College
05-2012
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Cleveland State University
05-2024
Public Management Certification
Levin College of Public Affairs and Education (at CSU)
02-2024
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
Certification
Ohio Certified Prevention Consultant, License Number: OCPC.161373
Timeline
Manager of Community Services
Four County ADAMhs Board
02.2024 - Current
Prevention Specialist
Maumee Valley Guidance Center
05.2018 - 02.2024
Prevention Program Facilitator
Four County Family Center
02.2013 - 04.2018
Juvenile Corrections Officer
NW Ohio Juvenile Detention & Rehabilitation Center
05.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Cleveland State University
Public Management Certification
Levin College of Public Affairs and Education (at CSU)
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Northwest State Community College