Debra Wray
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Reliable, experienced professional with extensive work in probation services and client care. Recognized for active listening, professional judgment, and effective communication with clients, families, employers, and service providers. Committed to maintaining accurate documentation and supporting safe, structured outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Officer
Monroe County Government
Bloomington, Indiana
10.2003 - 12.2025
- Conducted client interviews to assess needs and risks, informing tailored supervision plans.
- Coordinated referrals to treatment, housing, and community service providers, enhancing support for probationers.
- Reviewed probation rules and expectations with clients and families.
- Facilitated communication among probationers, families, and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support and compliance.
- Provided guidance and support to probationers on issues related to substance abuse, mental health, education, and job training.
- Created, organized and maintained files, case notes and electronic databases.
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
Bloomington, Indiana
02.2004 - 11.2008
- Provided personal care for Home Instead Senior Care clients with dignity and respect.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Offered companionship through conversation, activities, and emotional support.
- Reminded clients about medications, appointments, and daily routines.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Murray State University
Murray, KY05-1979
Skills
- Case management
- Risk assessment
- Client interviewing
- Criminal justice databases
- Case plan development
- Supervision strategies
- Report writing
- Community resource coordination
- Client recordkeeping
- Routine monitoring
- Environmental risk management
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Attention to detail
- Professional judgment
- Resident empowerment
Affiliations
- Volunteer to help senior friends with grocery shopping, transportation to medical appointments, basic housecleaning, organization, and companionship.
- Volunteer as a GriefShare support group leader.
Custom Section 1
I am trained in the following:
1. QPR Suicide Prevention
2. Effective Communication and Motivational Strategies
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
02.2004 - 11.2008
Probation Officer
Monroe County Government
10.2003 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Murray State University