Dawasia Jones
Brick,NJ
Summary
Sympathetic Juvenile Probation Officer handling large caseload and providing one-on-one counseling and referral assistance to youth offenders in the [Location] area. Experience reviewing police reports, monitoring youths' living conditions and preparing behavior reports. Fair and just with professional demeanor even during most stressful circumstances. Detail-oriented Probation Assistant skilled in calculating restitution, preparing court documents and maintaining fiscal records. Maintains databases, records and logs and assists with court preparation Dedicated and resilient supervisor with advanced leadership skills and knowledge of legal system processes. Communicates effectively with others and helps motivate individuals to make positive life changes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Monmouth Medical Center
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Security Guard
Monmouth Mall
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Conducted detailed incident reports after each shift, contributing valuable insights for management review and analysis.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Center for Creative Justice
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Investigated juveniles' activities, school attendance and employment.
- Collaborated with police detectives, child welfare organizations and district attorneys to resolve cases and protect juvenile individuals.
- Partnered with targeted support organizations, programs and community resources as alternatives to juvenile detention.
- Contributed to a safe and supportive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, offering constructive feedback, and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Assessed home situations to determine need for removal of client from current home.
- Supervised caseload of survivors in juvenile justice system to address and support unique needs of these clients.
- Conducted thorough assessments of juvenile offenders to determine risk levels, needs, and appropriate supervision strategies.
- Visited homes of youth offenders and resolved family issues.
- Alerted law enforcement about probation violations.
- Testified in court proceedings as needed, providing clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations and knowledge of best practices in juvenile justice.
- Promoted restorative justice principles within the community through collaboration with victim advocates, law enforcement agencies, schools, and other stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05-2023
Skills
- Case Planning
- Documentation
- Report Writing
- Investigations
- Substance abuse
- Familiar with legal terminology
- Electronic monitoring
- Probation Violation Response
- Risk and needs assessments
- Court filings
- Weapons training
- Case Management
- Juvenile court system familiarity
- Supervising residents
- Child Development Understanding
- Mental health awareness
- In-depth knowledge of probation
- Knowledge of detention operations
- Juvenile probation
Certification
- Sex Offender Management Specialist Training – Center for Sex Offender Management.
- Mental Health First Aid Certification - National Council for Behavioral Health.
- Defensive Tactics Instructor Certification - Various Law Enforcement Agencies.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Google IT Support Professional Certificate
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Center for Creative Justice
01.2023 - 09.2024
Security Guard
Monmouth Mall
04.2018 - 10.2020
Security Officer
Monmouth Medical Center
02.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Monmouth University
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