Chaquetta Guthrie
South Boston,Virginia
Summary
Experienced in corrections and adult and juvenile probation with a focus on rehabilitation and reintegration. Possess strong skills in casework management, risk assessment, and conflict resolution. Proven effectiveness at collaborating with legal professionals, family members, and community resources to support youth development. Significant impact made through developing personalized intervention strategies promoting positive behavior change.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Probation Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
Charlotte, VA
01.2022 - Current
- Maintaining detailed records of all interactions with juvenile offenders.
- Promoting positive behavior change through reinforcement techniques such as rewards systems.
- Developing and implementing individualized case plans for juvenile offenders.
- Working closely with various service providers and other professionals involved in the rehabilitation process.
- Providing guidance, support, and resources to at-risk youth.
- Conducting investigations into the backgrounds of juveniles and their families.
- Monitoring juvenile offenders to ensure court-ordered conditions are met.
Adult Probation Officer
Department of Corrections
Danville, VA
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Coordinated with various agencies such as law enforcement, social services providers, mental health professionals, schools, employers, and substance abuse treatment centers to ensure that individuals are receiving appropriate services.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors to discuss caseloads and strategies for handling challenging situations.
- Developed and implemented individualized case plans for probationers based on risk assessment information.
- Assisted in preparing cases for court hearings by gathering evidence, writing pre-sentence reports, and testifying when necessary.
- Held group sessions with multiple offenders, implementing evidence based programs, to address common issues or concerns related to their cases.
- Conducted home visits to ensure that individuals under supervision were following rules and regulations.
- Attended conferences or workshops related to adult probation topics in order to stay up-to-date on current trends.
- Advised judges on sentencing options for offenders based on a variety of factors such as criminal history and likelihood of rehabilitation success.
Qualified Mental Health Professional- Adult
Life Touch Prestige Portraits
Richmond, Virginia
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients to promote trust and understanding of therapeutic process.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients and other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted individual therapy sessions to provide psychological support for clients.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy when treating patients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing mental health episodes.
- Assessed patient progress by monitoring symptoms and evaluating response to interventions.
- Encouraged positive behavior modification techniques among clients during counseling sessions.
Case Manager
Riverside Regional Jail
Prince George, Virginia
07.2015 - 09.2018
- Serve as an advocate to develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders for the purpose of supporting successful offender reintegration into the community
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Assignment to specialized population (mental health unit) to assist with needs
- Actively participate in classification and multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Therapeutic Mentor
Progressive Community Outreach
Peterburg, VA
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with clinical staff to develop effective interventions for clients based on assessment results.
- Provided crisis intervention when needed.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills, including problem-solving, communication, decision-making, anger management, self-esteem building and conflict resolution.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress towards goals.
- Provided transportation when necessary for clients attending appointments or recreational activities.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development opportunities related to therapeutic mentoring practices.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families.
Sales Associate
Food Lion
South Boston, VA
01.2008 - 07.2015
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Experience in various departments (deli, stock, frozen food, and produce)
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Virginia State University CJUS
Peterburg, VA
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Created a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Researched new topics related to the subject matter of the course.
- Conducted weekly office hours to provide academic guidance to students.
- Attended departmental meetings to discuss teaching strategies and methods.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of struggling students.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop innovative ways of teaching concepts.
- Organized lectures, seminars, workshops, and other activities related to the subject matter of the class.
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for struggling students as needed.
- Facilitated discussions among students during class sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades in accordance with university policies.
- Graded student assignments and exams, providing feedback on their performance.
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2012
Associate of Applied Science -
Danville Community College
Danville, VA05-2010
Associate of Applied Science -
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA05-2010
Master of Science - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Microsoft Office
- SPSS Courses
- Qualtrics
- Introductory Russian Courses
- Introductory American Sign Language
- Train the Trainer Course
- Instructor for Crisis Intervention Training
- Instructor for Decision Points
- EPICS Coach
- Thinking for a Change
- First Aid/ CPR Certification
- Court Procedures for Circuit Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
- State legal knowledge
- Court report documentation
- Public Speaking
- Court Testimony
- Customer Service Skills
- Pre-Sentence Investigations/ Social History Reports
- Youth Mentoring
- Case Planning
Affiliations
- Christian Ministry
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2022 - Current
Adult Probation Officer
Department of Corrections
09.2018 - 01.2022
Qualified Mental Health Professional- Adult
Life Touch Prestige Portraits
10.2017 - 09.2018
Case Manager
Riverside Regional Jail
07.2015 - 09.2018
Therapeutic Mentor
Progressive Community Outreach
03.2015 - 07.2015
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Virginia State University CJUS
08.2012 - 05.2014
Sales Associate
Food Lion
01.2008 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Virginia State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Virginia State University
Associate of Applied Science -
Danville Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Southside Virginia Community College
Master of Science - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
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