Deborah K. Cook

Resourceful professional in the field of criminal justice and rehabilitation, known for high productivity levels and efficiency in completing tasks. Possess key specialized skills including case management, risk assessment, and development of individualized treatment plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving which are pivotal for success in navigating complex cases and fostering positive outcomes. Dedicated and resilient with advanced leadership skills and knowledge of legal system processes. Communicates effectively with others and helps motivate individuals to make positive life changes.

• Adult Probation Officer, 07/01/15, 03/01/19, DeKalb County Court Services, Sycamore, IL, Supervise adults under a court order, Assist clients in complying with their sentences through guidance, support and supervision, Building rapport with clients, Monitored the conditions of probation as set forth by the 23rd Judicial Court, Prepared written reports to court that included progress or lack thereof, Maintained an accurate and timely record of all information related to probation cases, Motivational Interviewing, Hold clients accountable while providing opportunities to make positive changes, Inform the State's Attorney's Office regarding probation violations, Complete LSI-R Risk/Need Assessment, Create case supervision plans based on an offenders risk/needs, Complete client referrals to service providers for treatment, Conduct office visits, home visits, drug tests and DNA indexing, Member of Court Services Safety Committee, Co-facilitator for STEPS -Thinking For A Change
• Juvenile Probation Officer, 11/01/98, 07/01/15, DeKalb County Court Services, Sycamore, IL, Supervise juveniles under a court order, Crisis Intervention, Administer drug testing and DNA Indexing, Obtain record checks for juvenile offenders, File maintenance and documentation, Work closely with the State's Attorney's Office and Public Defender's Office and provide recommendations for court, Prepare weekly Court Summaries, Prepare Pre-Hearing Investigation Reports, Social History reports and Home Studies, Complete violation requests and submit to the State's Attorney's Office, Youth Assessment and Screen instrument and case planning, Maintain positive working relationships with court personnel including Judges, State’s Attorney's, police departments, social service agencies and schools, Complete home visits, office visits and school visits, Co-facilitator for Multi-family Problem Solving Group, Co-facilitator for STEPS -Thinking For A Change Court Mandated Program, Member of the Circuit Gang Task Force Committee
• Youth Counselor, 09/01/96, 10/01/98, Juvenile Justice Center, St. Charles, IL, Supervised and counseled juveniles, Crisis Intervention, Provided security and safety for juveniles, Planned, organized and supervised structured activities, Facilitated intakes and releases, Assessed and implemented policies and procedures to improve services for juveniles, Prepared court reports and Critical incident reports
• Customer Service, 07/01/99, 11/01/08, Exxon Mobil DeKalb Oasis, DeKalb, IL, Cash Handling, Stocking, Food Preparation, Ordering Inventory

• Managed large caseload of over [Number] juveniles.
• Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].