Davanion Sallad
savannah,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Juvenile Probation Officer with a proven track record at the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Excelled in advocating for community-based interventions and enhancing safety through diligent supervision. Skilled in mental health awareness and managing large caseloads, effectively balancing professional boundaries and family engagement for rehabilitation success. Skilled in verbal judo, de-escalation techniques, Aikido control tactics, firearms, and tactical squad dealing with riots and crowd control.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Juvenile Probation Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
06.2017 - Current
- Advocated for alternatives to detention when appropriate, emphasizing the importance of community-based interventions over punitive measures.
- Managed caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks, utilizing time management skills, and maintaining organized case files.
- Established positive rapport with juveniles under supervision, fostering trust and open communication while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Enhanced community safety by closely monitoring and supervising juveniles on probation, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Collaborated with police detectives, child welfare organizations and district attorneys to resolve cases and protect juvenile individuals.
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
12.2014 - 05.2017
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Conducted room searches to prevent contraband from entering the facility, maintaining a safe living environment for all residents.
- Developed rapport with offenders, fostering positive relationships to support rehabilitation efforts.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on life skills development, promoting personal growth among offenders.
- Documented daily activities and progress reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping for each resident''s file.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baldwin High School
Milledgeville, GA05-2009
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Individualized service planning
- Community resource coordination
- Professional boundaries
- Family engagement
- De-escalation techniques
- Courtroom testimony
- Counseling
- Substance abuse
- Anger management
- Social media monitoring
- Educational advocacy
- Large caseload management
Certification
Post certified- PBJP2017O216323
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
06.2017 - Current
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
12.2014 - 05.2017
Post certified- PBJP2017O216323
High School Diploma -
Baldwin High School
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