Christopher J. Thompson
Greenville,PA
Summary
I am versatile and adapt quickly to new challenges. I have a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members alike, with a focus on advancing organizational goals, team success, and achieving positive results. My commitment, dedication, adaptability, professionalism, proactive attitude and ability to communicate effectively would be assets to any future employer.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
U.S. Probation Officer Specialist
U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2006 - Current
- Gather social and legal data on persons on bond and/or post-conviction supervision, and verified details.
- Assist persons under supervision with resolving housing, employment, and social services-related issues.
- Maintain detailed chronological entries of persons under supervision, in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Responsible for the development and implementation of various initiatives to mitigate the risk of recidivism with persons on supervision, and the protection of the community.
- Work closely with the Federal Judiciary and other stakeholders, including attorneys and other law enforcement officials, in three Specialty Courts serving high-risk persons on supervision, with substance use disorders and veterans.
- Certified in facilitating cognitive-based groups, specifically Thinking for a Change (T4C).
- Monitor sobriety through drug urinalysis, interpret results, and utilize proven interventions to address substance use/misuse.
- Utilize conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage confrontations with persons on supervision.
- Monitor the criminal activity of persons on supervision to ensure compliance with court-ordered terms and conditions.
- Assist persons under supervision in understanding legal obligations and consequences of noncompliance.
- Prepare detailed reports on persons' supervision progress and compliance for court reviews and hearings.
- Train new probation officers on department policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Conduct home visits to assess living conditions and verify the employment status of clients.
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Mercer County Intermediate Punishment Program
Mercer, PA
12.2001 - Current
- Certified NCTI Adult Crossroads group facilitator.
- Facilitate groups weekly for adult domestic violence offenders and/or anger management issues.
- Work independently and maintain accurate records of persons' attendance and progress.
- Certified in Colors personality inventory.
- Requires strong verbal and communication skills.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Mercer County
Mercer, PA
09.1999 - 10.2006
- Created, organized and maintained files, case notes and electronic databases.
- Assessed juveniles on supervision needs based on their individual circumstances, in addition to social and restorative justice best practices.
- Acted as a liaison between juveniles on supervision, their families, and community resources to encourage a supportive network.
- Organized counseling sessions with juveniles on supervision and their families.
- Prepared various behavior and incident reports.
- Offered transitional services for juveniles on supervision and referral to appropriate community agencies and organizations.
- Promoted positive behavior change through reinforcement techniques such as rewards systems.
- Counseled juveniles on supervision on anger management, substance abuse, job readiness, and other life skills.
- Assisted juveniles on supervision in understanding legal obligations and consequences of non-compliance.
- Administered drug tests through urinalysis and arranged for additional treatment when necessary.
- Collaborated with community partners to provide services to juveniles on supervision.
- Developed and implemented individualized case plans for juveniles on supervision.
Education
Master of Science - Administration of Justice
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA12-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA12-1994
High School Diploma -
Greenville Junior/Senior High School
Greenville06-1990
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral facilitation
- Case management
- Risk assessment
- Intervention strategies
- Community outreach
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Group facilitation
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Interpersonal skills
- Professionalism
- Communication strategies
- Training facilitation
- Curriculum development
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Certified Thinking for a Change facilitator
- Certified NCTI Adult Crossroads facilitator
- Certified firearms and safety instructor
- Certified GLOCK armorer
- Federal Judicial Center (FJC) Leadership Development Program graduate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
U.S. Probation Officer Specialist
U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services
10.2006 - Current
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Mercer County Intermediate Punishment Program
12.2001 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer
Mercer County
09.1999 - 10.2006
Master of Science - Administration of Justice
Mercyhurst University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Greenville Junior/Senior High School
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