Cathy Jones
Lindside,WV
Summary
Highly-motivated School Truancy Probation Officer with 20 years experience in the school system and 15 years experience in the social work field. Experience includes case management, field supervision, court procedures, crisis intervention, and family preservation. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
School Based Probation Officer
West Virginia Supreme Court Of Appeals
01.2016 - Current
- Enhanced offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Reduced recidivism rates through diligent supervision and monitoring of probationers activities.
- Collaborated with treatment providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for probationers, resulting in improved outcomes.
- Conducted thorough pre-sentence investigations and prepared detailed reports for the courts, aiding informed decisionmaking.
Family Preservation Case Manager
Families Are Us
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Enhanced family stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and creating individualized service plans.
- Reduced the risk of child abuse and neglect by providing in-home services to at-risk families.
- Strengthened parent-child relationships through coaching on effective communication techniques and positive discipline strategies.
- Increased family self-sufficiency by connecting clients to community resources and financial assistance programs.
- Promoted family reunification through diligent case management, court advocacy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Head Start Family Services Manager
Monroe County Board Of Education
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Enhanced family well-being by developing and implementing comprehensive service plans.
- Strengthened community partnerships through regular communication and collaborative initiatives.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely completion of assessments and documentation.
- Provided support to families in crisis by coordinating appropriate resources and interventions.
Part Time Substitute Teacher Aide
Monroe County Board Of Education
09.2000 - 08.2005
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Full Time Mother
Jones Household
08.1991 - 09.2000
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Server
Cracker Barrell
08.1988 - 08.1991
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Concord University
Athens, WV05.2019
BSW -
Concord University
Athens, WV05.2008
Social Work
Concord University
Athens, WVHigh School Diploma -
Peterstown High School
Peterstown, WV05.1988
Skills
- Juvenile Probation
- Interviews
- Court Procedures
- Risk and Needs Assessments
- Community Service Programs
- Delinquency Monitoring
- Intake Procedures
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- File Reviews
- Courtroom Testimony
- Policy Knowledge
- Case Planning
- Outreach Programming
- Drug Diversion Understanding
- Documentation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Case Management
- Public Speaking
Timeline
School Based Probation Officer
West Virginia Supreme Court Of Appeals
01.2016 - Current
Family Preservation Case Manager
Families Are Us
05.2014 - 12.2015
Head Start Family Services Manager
Monroe County Board Of Education
08.2008 - 06.2014
Part Time Substitute Teacher Aide
Monroe County Board Of Education
09.2000 - 08.2005
Full Time Mother
Jones Household
08.1991 - 09.2000
Server
Cracker Barrell
08.1988 - 08.1991
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Concord University
BSW -
Concord University
Social Work
Concord University
High School Diploma -
Peterstown High School
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