Debbie Dullabaun
Northridge,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate Advocate with outstanding communication skills. Goes extra mile to provide assistance to victims of abuse through proficient knowledge of court procedures, network of resources and hard work.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA LA
Monterey Park, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Attend court hearings to provide information about the child's best interests.
- Maintained detailed records on all cases including progress notes, reports, assessments.
- Worked closely with attorneys representing both sides of the case to ensure that legal rights are protected.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed in order to reduce stress levels for both parents and guardians and children.
- Assisted with the development of a safety plan for children in need of protection.
- Collaborate with teachers, social workers, and other professionals involved in case management.
- Develop positive relationships with youth through trust building exercises and one on one outings.
- Completed reports, paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
- Attend hearings with victims to provide emotional support.
- Perform data input to document care and services plans, needs assessments and progress notes.
- Use computerized systems for tracking, information gathering and troubleshooting.
- Attend and coordinate interviews or case reviews to manage caseload.
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate/Trainer
The Domestic Abuse Center
Van Nuys, CA
07.2001 - Current
- First responder to 911 calls with specially trained LAPD Domestic Violence Officer
- Assist clients in accessing community resources such as legal aid, housing, job training and medical care.
- Provide crisis intervention, safety planning and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence.
- Provide education on topics related to domestic violence including power dynamics, healthy relationships and self-care.
- Maintain client records using an electronic database system, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of data entered.
- Assess risk factors associated with potential cases of abuse or neglect in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of victims in emergency situations.
- Advise survivors on issues related to protection orders, child custody arrangements and immigration status.
- Attend court proceedings with clients when needed to provide emotional support or testify on their behalf.
- Create informational materials such as brochures, flyers or posters that can be used in public settings.
- Use active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Assist and advocate for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
Red Cross Disaster Volunteer
American Red Cross Los Angeles Region
Los Angeles, CA
02.2000 - 08.2015
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Staffing Disaster Teams and coordinating logistics for Emergencies
- Compiled reports on volunteer activities and accomplishments.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Entered data into computer systems, updating records and files with new information.
- Counting and Verifying cash donations
Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist
CSL Lighting
Valencia, CA
10.1990 - 11.1991
- Analyzed and reconciled accounts receivable records to ensure accuracy of invoicing and payments.
- Identified discrepancies between customer invoices and payments received.
- Developed strategies to improve collection efforts on delinquent accounts while minimizing risk exposure.
- Monitored cash flow activities to ensure compliance with established credit limits.
- Worked closely with Sales, Accounting, and Credit departments to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
- Ensured timely processing of customer payments through various methods such as ACH, wire transfers, checks.
- Assisted in developing new procedures that promote efficiency within the Accounts Receivable department.
- Implemented effective strategies to reduce bad debt write-offs due to non-payment from customers.
- Administered daily banking activities such as check deposits, account reconciliations.
- Kept accounts receivable tracking database current with relevant client information, collection and billing progress and program changes.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
Education
Accounting
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX05-1981
Skills
- Report Compilation
- Teamwork And Collaboration
- Documentation And Report
- Phone And Email Etiquette
- Client Advocacy
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Records Research
- Victim Assistance
- Data Integrity
- Computer Skills
- Event Coordination
- Training Program Development
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cultural Sensitivity
Affiliations
- Love to travel
- Passionate Reader
- Developing Community projects to benefit women and children in Shelters
- Volunteer of the Year, 2007, San Fernando Valley Association of Fundraising Professionals
Accomplishments
- Domestic Violence Death Review Team Member
- Past President, Board of Directions of The Compassionate Friends, a national non-profit organization
- Past Executive Director of the Beauty Extravaganza, a Los Angeles area event in support of domestic violence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA LA
02.2020 - Current
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate/Trainer
The Domestic Abuse Center
07.2001 - Current
Red Cross Disaster Volunteer
American Red Cross Los Angeles Region
02.2000 - 08.2015
Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist
CSL Lighting
10.1990 - 11.1991
Accounting
Prairie View A & M University