Daniel Patterson
110 N Ave S Post,USA
Summary
Dedicated worker with nearly 9 years of experience in social services case management, client consultation, and community outreach. Proven ability to develop and implement successful intervention programs and support services. Skilled in crisis intervention, child welfare, and mental health assessments, with a passion for empowering vulnerable populations. Over 20 years experience in law enforcement and served as a school liaison officer with 2 municipal agencies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Worker
South Plains Community Action Association inc. Head Start
Lubbock, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw application processing and enrollment strategies for Head Start program. Directed records management for child case information, ensuring timely requests for medical and dental service records. Evaluated child case information and initiated necessary referrals. Collaborated with local resources to enhance family support through food banks, healthcare providers, and social outreach initiatives.
- Supervisor: Jackie Shivers
- Reason for leaving: Currently employed
- Beginning salary: $18.15/hr
Contract Employee
Richard and Raylene Daniels DBA R & R
Lubbock, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Maintenance and oversight of real estate belonging to my employer or the Realtors that my employer has a contract with. Construction, upkeep, and renovations of single and multi-household dwellings in Lubbock, Texas.
- Supervisor: Richard Daniels
- Reason for leaving: Currently employed as needed
- Beginning Salary: $15/hr
Police Officer
Farwell Police Department
Farwell, TX
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversaw traffic patrol operations and managed responses to emergency calls. Led investigations into traffic accidents and coordinated initial service inquiries. Partnered with local organizations to facilitate community engagement events, including parades and memorials.
- Supervisor: Chief Larry Kelsay
- Reason for leaving: Financial decision. Unable to sell my house in Post and I was having to rent an apartment in Farwell.
- Beginning Salary: $40,000
- Ending Salary $42,000
Texas Works Advisor I, Texas Works Advisor II, Medicaid Eligibility Specialist II
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Lubbock, TX
06.2016 - 08.2023
- Oversaw eligibility assessments for various social services programs, including SNAP, Medicaid, MEPD, MSP, and QMB. Led client interviews to collect essential information and maintained comprehensive documentation. Analyzed case data to accurately determine benefits and communicated program requirements to clients.
- Supervisor: Cristina Portee
- Reason for leaving: Go back to a Law Enforcement career.
- Beginning Salary $2460.08/mo.
- Current Salary: $2846.15/mo.
Pastor
Progress Baptist Church
Muleshoe, TX
04.2006 - 12.2021
- Led the preparation and presentation of weekly sermons, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement in a rural church.
Guided church members and community residents through spiritual challenges, enhancing their personal development and well-being. - Supervisor: Glenda Copley
- Reason for leaving: The church sustained heavy water damage and could not financially continue to operate.
- Beginning Salary: $60.00/ service
- Current Salary $150.00/service
Deputy Constable
Garza County Constable’s Office
Post, TX
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Oversaw city street patrols to maintain public safety and traffic order. Led investigations into traffic accidents and criminal cases to gather evidence and support law enforcement efforts. Coordinated responses to emergency calls, enhancing community trust and safety. Managed the delivery of civil process papers to uphold legal standards.
- Supervisor: Constable Daniel Yarbro
- Reason for leaving: Constant stress and health issues.
- Beginning Salary: $35,000/yr
- Ending Salary $35,000/yr
- Achievements: Field Training Officer (FTO), Texas Breath Test Operator, Marine Safety Officer (MSO)
Deputy Sheriff
Garza County Sheriff’s Office
Post, TX
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Oversaw traffic patrol operations to enhance public safety on city streets. Led investigations into traffic accidents and responded to emergency calls effectively. Collaborated with community organizations to facilitate events that fostered community involvement.
- Supervisor: Sheriff Terry Morgan
- Reason for leaving: Took an unfilled Deputy Constable position.
- Beginning Salary: $35,000/yr
- Ending Salary $35,000/yr
- Achievements: Field Training Officer (FTO), Texas Breath Test Operator, Marine Safety Officer (MSO), received Life Saving Award and Ribbon, Intermediate and Advanced Peace Officer License
Reserve Police Officer
Farwell Police Department
Farwell, TX
10.2007 - 04.2015
- Oversaw traffic patrol operations to maintain safety on city streets. Managed response efforts to 911 calls and service inquiries. Led initial investigations into traffic accidents in city adjacent to Texico, New Mexico.
- Supervisor: Chief Larry Kelsay
- Reason for leaving: The commute became impractical
- Beginning Salary: $0.00
- Ending Salary $0.00
Officer
Lorenzo Police Department
Lorenzo, TX
05.2011 - 01.2013
- Oversaw traffic patrol operations and coordinated responses to emergency calls. Led investigations into criminal cases and collaborated with community organizations to enhance public safety through involvement events.
- Supervisor: Henry Benitez (Chief of Police)
- Reason for leaving: Better opportunities at Garza County.
- Beginning Salary: $30,000/yr
- Ending Salary $30,000/yr
- Achievements: NRA Range Safety Officer, Code Enforcement Officer
DSD Receiver
United Supermarkets
Muleshoe, TX
06.2008 - 04.2011
- Oversaw proper and precise receiving of DSD products for the store. Analyzed identifying information and conducted counts of incoming products to ensure alignment with vendor invoices. Managed ordering for fuel convenience department. Facilitated invoice processing and submission into the computer system for timely payment.
- Supervisor: Chad Lovell (Store Director)
- Reason for leaving: Get into Law Enforcement full time.
- Beginning Salary: $6.55/hr
- Ending Salary $11.35/hr
Parts Pick up
Friona Truck Repair
Friona, TX
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Oversaw logistics for parts procurement from multiple distributors in various towns. Managed shop organization and cleanliness to enhance operational efficiency. Supervised minor repair tasks on semi-trucks and trailers to ensure optimal performance.
- Supervisor: Luis Ortiz
- Reason for leaving: Gasoline hit $4 a gallon and it was no longer practical to drive the distance on a daily basis and the business was soon to go out of business as well.
- Beginning Salary $6.00/hr
- Ending Salary $8.00/hr
Jail Administrator
Bailey County Sheriff’s Office
Muleshoe, TX
11.2005 - 07.2007
- Oversaw jail division operations within sheriff’s office to ensure compliance with state regulations. Managed a team of licensed jailers and civilian personnel to maintain operational efficiency. Directed the maintenance of jail records and adherence to required licenses and certifications.
- Supervisor: Sheriff Richard Wills
- Reason for leaving: I was finishing the Police Academy and to focus more on preaching.
- Beginning Salary $28550
- Ending Salary $28550
Corrections Officer
Hale County Sheriff's Office
Plainview, TX
05.2005 - 11.2005
- Oversaw daily routines of inmates to maintain order and safety. Coordinated jail activities to promote rehabilitation and engagement. Managed initial booking procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Supervisor: Sgt. Victor Burrows
- Reason for leaving: Took the position of Jail Administrator in Muleshoe
- Beginning Salary $10.00/hr
- Ending Salary $10.50/hr
Jailer
Bailey County Sheriff’s Office
Muleshoe, TX
06.2004 - 05.2005
- Oversaw daily routines of inmates to maintain order and safety. Coordinated jail activities to promote rehabilitation and engagement. Managed initial booking procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Supervisor: Gail Wilcox
- Reason for leaving: I was getting married and wanted to move to give my wife more opportunities in a larger town.
- Beginning Salary $8.20
- Ending Salary $9.43/hr
Education
TCLEOSE (Now TCOLE) Certified - Basic Peace Officer Course
South Plains Association of Governments Regional Law Enforcement Academy
Lubbock, TX08-2007
Bachelors of Science - Psychology/ Religion double major
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM01-2005
Diploma - General
Muleshoe High School
Muleshoe, TX01-2000
Skills
- Behavioral intervention
- Care plan intervention
- Crisis intervention
- Child development
- Incident management
- Case management
- Interagency collaboration
- Assessments
- Comprehensive intervention approach
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Achieved community involvement through effectively introducing and serving with community outreach and partner programs.
Timeline
Family Support Worker
South Plains Community Action Association inc. Head Start
01.2025 - Current
Contract Employee
Richard and Raylene Daniels DBA R & R
11.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Farwell Police Department
09.2023 - 10.2024
Texas Works Advisor I, Texas Works Advisor II, Medicaid Eligibility Specialist II
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
06.2016 - 08.2023
Deputy Constable
Garza County Constable’s Office
12.2015 - 02.2016
Deputy Sheriff
Garza County Sheriff’s Office
01.2013 - 12.2015
Officer
Lorenzo Police Department
05.2011 - 01.2013
DSD Receiver
United Supermarkets
06.2008 - 04.2011
Reserve Police Officer
Farwell Police Department
10.2007 - 04.2015
Parts Pick up
Friona Truck Repair
07.2007 - 06.2008
Pastor
Progress Baptist Church
04.2006 - 12.2021
Jail Administrator
Bailey County Sheriff’s Office
11.2005 - 07.2007
Corrections Officer
Hale County Sheriff's Office
05.2005 - 11.2005
Jailer
Bailey County Sheriff’s Office
06.2004 - 05.2005
Bachelors of Science - Psychology/ Religion double major
Eastern New Mexico University
TCLEOSE (Now TCOLE) Certified - Basic Peace Officer Course
South Plains Association of Governments Regional Law Enforcement Academy
Diploma - General
Muleshoe High School
Address History
- 110 N Ave. S, Post, Texas 79356, 05-01-2013 - Present
- 106 Polk Ave., Lorenzo, Texas 79343, 05-01-2011 – 05/01/2013
- 1491 County Road 1008, Muleshoe, Texas 79343, 12-01-2005 – 04-31-2011