Briana Rippel
Ballston Spa
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Officer with over six years of experience in forensic mental health and the criminal justice system. Proven track record in specialized caseload management, inter-agency collaboration, and trauma-informed care. Committed to improving the lives of individuals with serious mental illness through clinical advocacy and rehabilitative support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Probation Officer
ALBANY COUNTY PROBATION – MENTAL HEALTH UNIT
Albany, NY
03.2020 - Current
- Clinical Court Liaison: Serve as a key representative in the Albany City Criminal Court Alternative Treatment Court, coordinating rehabilitative paths for individuals with serious mental illness.
- Specialized Caseload Management: Supervise a specialized caseload of individuals with serious mental health diagnoses, ensuring compliance and access to necessary psychiatric services.
- Inter-Agency Collaboration: Facilitate monthly PSCC and bi-weekly LEAD meetings with county agencies to streamline service delivery and community support.
- Advocacy & Facilitation: Co-facilitated Peer Support Groups in partnership with the Albany County Department of Mental Health to promote long-term recovery.
- Systemic Engagement: Active member of the NYS Trauma-Informed Care Coalition, applying best practices in crisis intervention and trauma-informed supervision.
- Reporting & Investigation: Conduct comprehensive pre-sentencing investigations and maintain meticulous documentation of client progress and risk assessments.
Caseworker – Child Protective Services
ALBANY COUNTY DEPT. FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES
Albany, NY
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Crisis Investigation: Conducted intake and investigations for the Child Protective Services (CPS) unit, determining child safety and implementing emergency interventions.
- Resource Coordination: Developed a robust working knowledge of federal and state social service programs to connect high-risk families with essential support.
- Documentation Excellence: Managed complex case files within the statewide child welfare information system, ensuring 100% accuracy in investigative reporting.
Direct Support Professional
WILDWOOD PROGRAMS
Albany, NY
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Advocacy: Advocated for individuals with developmental disabilities and supported daily living activities.
- Community Engagement: Participated in community and volunteer activities to foster social inclusion.
- Compliance: Submitted daily and monthly progress notes through computerized systems and maintained annual certifications in CPR, First-Aid, and SCIP.
Education
M.S. - Forensic Mental Health
Sage College of Albany
12-2020
B.S. - Law & Society
Sage College of Albany
12-2019
Skills
- Career Pathway Specialist, Mental Health Offender Specialist, Certified Instructor, SOGIE Officer, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Senior Probation Officer
ALBANY COUNTY PROBATION – MENTAL HEALTH UNIT
03.2020 - Current
Caseworker – Child Protective Services
ALBANY COUNTY DEPT. FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES
10.2019 - 03.2020
Direct Support Professional
WILDWOOD PROGRAMS
09.2014 - 01.2017
B.S. - Law & Society
Sage College of Albany
M.S. - Forensic Mental Health
Sage College of Albany