DasJae Barber
Summary
Scholar with a degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science, seeking practical experience before pursuing a Juris Doctorate. Holds a deep passion for justice, law, and advocacy. Proficient in supervising children under court jurisdiction and navigating legal proceedings, with a comprehensive understanding of child welfare laws and policies. Ready to leverage strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic work environment to make a meaningful impact and use and develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in the legal field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Court Officer
Clayton County Government
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Manages a caseload of juvenile offenders, ensuring compliance with court orders, treatment plans, and community service requirements.
- Assists in preparing case files and legal documentation for juvenile hearings; provided recommendations to the judge regarding case dispositions, treatment, and sentencing.
- Develop and implement individualized intervention plans for at-risk youth, including referrals to counseling, rehabilitation programs, and educational services.
- Participates in community outreach programs designed to educate at-risk youth about the legal system and provide resources for positive engagement and prevention of further delinquent behavior.
Social Services Specialist
Department of Human Resources- Child Protective Services
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Visit clients home to complete home assessment to ensure that safety, permanency, and well-being of child(ren) are being met.
- Interview clients in person to gather information regarding a report.
- Complete school visits to speak with the school counselors regarding the child's behavior, grades, and attendance.
- Complete a pre-staffing and post-staffing with the supervisor to determine the necessary steps in handling a case.
- Refer clients to the necessary services to uphold the safety of child(ren).
- Input all documentation into the SHINES system.
- Input safety plans for primary caregivers to uphold the safety of child(ren)
Pretrial Release Officer
City of Atlanta Municipal Court
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Confer with judges and attorneys to obtain additional information.
- Interview and investigate defendants in the city’s jail for possible release.
- Research and review defendant’s criminal records and driver’s history for qualifications of pretrial services.
- Prepare criminal history of defendants for bond hearings.
Intern Civil Forfeiture Unit
Fulton County District Attorney’s Office
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Sat through court proceedings to understand court proceedings
- Draft notice of seizures
- Draft reports of seizures
- Draft dispositions
Education
BA - Criminal Justice, Minor in Political Science
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA05.2022
Skills
- Ability to prepare court records
- Case file management
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and procedures
- Office administration
- Legal writing
- Adaptability
Timeline
Juvenile Court Officer
Clayton County Government
11.2024 - 05.2025
Social Services Specialist
Department of Human Resources- Child Protective Services
10.2023 - 02.2024
Pretrial Release Officer
City of Atlanta Municipal Court
09.2022 - 05.2023
Intern Civil Forfeiture Unit
Fulton County District Attorney’s Office
01.2022 - 05.2022
BA - Criminal Justice, Minor in Political Science
Clark Atlanta University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Mandated Reporter
- Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) Certified