A professional leadership position utilizing extensive experience in criminal justice, counseling and Family therapy functions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Counselor 1 - Administrator of Facility Services
Office and Children and Family Services
Rush, New York
04.2020 - Current
Monitors the day-to-day operations related to security (Monitors the screening and processing methods for all persons entering the facility, verifies compliance with policies, procedures); (Coordinate's facility searches (announced, unannounced, routine) in conjunction with the facility administration pursuant to policies)
Verifies Control Room systems and functions (i.e., camera systems, door controls, shaker wire) are in good working order, coordinates applicable corrective action
Coordinates with designated facility fire safety staff ensuring fire safety and prevention checks are accomplished in a timely and complete manner
Supervises Central Support Unit (CSU) operations and staff
Supervises and coordinates the training and orientation for the designated facility screening staff
Undertakes special assignments/projects as directed by the Deputy Commissioner or Supervisor of Facility Security/ Facility Managers/ Facility Director
Plans and organizes work
Participates on DJJOY search team specific to facilities to ensure American Correctional Association standards are adhere to and provide recommendations as needed for improvement
Assists in the development and implementation of related policy, procedures and protocols with regards to safety, security and good order of the facility
Maintains accuracy of R.E.D
Book and information contained within - conducts reviews and/or necessary audits and drills as deemed necessary
Youth Counselor 1 - Administrator of Facility Services
Office and Children and Family Services
Rush, New York
03.2016 - 04.2020
Monitors the day-to-day operations related to security (Monitors the screening and processing methods for all persons entering the facility, verifies compliance with policies, procedures); (Coordinate's facility searches (announced, unannounced, routine) in conjunction with the facility administration pursuant to policies)
Verifies Control Room systems and functions (i.e., camera systems, door controls, shaker wire) are in good working order, coordinates applicable corrective action
Coordinates with designated facility fire safety staff ensuring fire safety and prevention checks are accomplished in a timely and complete manner
Supervises Central Support Unit (CSU) operations and staff
Supervises and coordinates the training and orientation for the designated facility screening staff
Undertakes special assignments/projects as directed by the Deputy Commissioner or Supervisor of Facility Security/ Facility Managers/ Facility Director
Plans and organizes work
Participates on DJJOY search team specific to facilities to ensure American Correctional Association standards are adhere to and provide recommendations as needed for improvement
Assists in the development and implementation of related policy, procedures and protocols with regards to safety, security and good order of the facility
Maintains accuracy of R.E.D
Book and information contained within - conducts reviews and/or necessary audits and drills as deemed necessary
Plans and organizes work (Set's priorities for completing work assignments according to needs and deadlines
Manages work time in an effective manner to ensure consistent and timely completion of routine functions and special assignments)
Youth Counselor 1 - Case Manager/Administrator on Duty
Office and Children and Family Services
Rush, New York
01.2013 - 03.2016
Supervises, evaluate, guide and mentor juvenile delinquents, youthful offenders, and or other at-risk youth referred to the Office of Children and Family Services
Maintains all aspects of safety and security of the facility, staff and residents
Responsible for providing direction and guidance to YDA's regarding their job task and standards
Identify service programs for youth and families in need of support prior to child's transition to the community
Adhere to policy changes within DJJOY and provide support to the facility in developing Local Operation Procedures consistent with agency policies
Monitor the day-to-day operations of the Living Units to ensure staff and residents adhere to both agency policies and local operations procedures
Participate on interdisciplinary teams to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion is respected and adhered to
Ensures that facility operations are upheld
Establishes a relationship of confidence and trust with youth that are under staffs' supervision
Supervises and/or assist youth during various work assignments
Engaged youth in Group and Individual Counseling
Facilitates Support Team Meetings
Assists in establishing and maintaining relationships with youths' families
Develops youths' attitudes towards personal hygiene, appearance, manners, and work and study habits
Reviews resident case files/ YDL's and ensure that everything is up to date
Attends scheduled court appearances, prepare and submit referral packets, EOP's, PRA's, Court and Movement Request, and Facility Classifications
Completes documentation; adhere to policies and procedures, etc
Maintains an accurate count both of staff and residents
Youth Division Aide 3
Office and Children and Family Services
Rush, New York
08.2012 - 01.2013
Supervised, evaluated, guided and counseled juvenile and youthful offenders, juvenile delinquents and other 'at-risk' youth placed with the agency
Conducted groups, completed mentoring, and built relationships
Counseled youth when in a crisis and working towards measurable goals
Intern
Monroe County Sheriff
09.2009 - 12.2009
Learned court room procedures, and how trials are conducted
Reviewed documents, completed documentations
Oversaw the booking process, finger printing, and procedure
Observed the warrant process, evictions, and civil small claims
Residential Counselor
St. Joseph Villa
Rochester, New York
03.2007 - 09.2007
Completed hourly checks
Provided daily routine and structure
Completed Crisis Prevention
Education
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
09.2012
A.O.S. - Criminal Justice
Bryant & Stratton College
Rochester, New York
12.2009
Skills
Highly motivated individual
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attentive to details
Supervisory Skills
Certified HIV & AIDS Trainer
Suicide Risk Reduction & Prevention
NY MODEL
Seven Challenges
DBT
References
Jeffery Rojas, Acting Assistant Director, Office and Children of Family Services, 585-729-4514
David Harvey-Bowen, Children and Family Services Specialist 1, Division of Child Care Services, 259 Monroe Ave 3rd Floor, Monroe Square, Rochester, New York
Corey Chavers, Children and Family Services Specialist 1, Division of Child Care Services, 259 Monroe Ave 3rd Floor, Monroe Square, Rochester, New York
Related Courses Skills
Highly motivated individual
Certified HIV & AIDS Trainer
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Suicide Risk Reduction & Prevention
Attentive to details
NY MODEL
Supervisory Skills
Seven Challenges
DBT
Timeline
Youth Counselor 1 - Administrator of Facility Services
Office and Children and Family Services
04.2020 - Current
Youth Counselor 1 - Administrator of Facility Services
Office and Children and Family Services
03.2016 - 04.2020
Youth Counselor 1 - Case Manager/Administrator on Duty