Di'Sha Hanchett
Harker Heights
Summary
Dedicated MSW student with a strong background in youth rehabilitation and legal compliance, committed to fostering positive youth development through evidence-based interventions. Proven ability to navigate complex case management principles and court procedures, ensuring effective support for at-risk populations. Passionate about empowering young individuals to achieve their full potential while adhering to legal standards and best practices in social work. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge in a dynamic environment prioritizing youth advocacy and holistic support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Probation Officer
Bell County Juvenile Services- Community Based Programs
Killeen, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Teaches essential life skills to youth in a juvenile detention center
- Mentors justice-involved youth to promote accountability and positive decision-making
- Supports juveniles on probation through structured community service activities
- Coordinates with field probation officers and community organizations to ensure successful service placements
Juvenile Probation Officer
Bell County Juvenile Services
Killeen, TX
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Performed 100+ initial intake interviews, assessing family circumstances to effectively identify offense characteristics and probable causes.
- Performs case management for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.
- Required to make day to day decisions related to case management and recommendations to the Court based on the youth’s risk and need level using validated screening instruments.
- Prepares individualized case plans, makes appropriate community resource referrals, maintains contact with outside agencies related to referrals.
- Visits youth at home, school, at work, in residential treatment facilities, or in detention as required by level of supervision or the immediate need.
- Maintains current, and accurate case records on all assigned youth.
Student Advocate
Texans Can Academies
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured caseloads met expected daily attendance targets for the campus.
- Managed a caseload of students with daily documentation.
- Coordinated with school counselors and administrators to identify at-risk students and develop tailored strategies for academic success.
- Help students overcome the social and emotional problems interfering with adjustment and achievement in school.
- Responded to identified social services needs and referrals including food, clothing, transportation, housing and community services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing programs through data analysis, identifying areas needing improvement or expansion based on observed trends in student outcomes.
Dance Educator
International Leadership of Texas
DeSoto, Texas, United States
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught foundational dance skills to students in grades 9th-12th, following the TEKS curriculum.
Kindergarten Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
Dallas, Texas, United States
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Developed, utilized, and revised unit plans and weekly lesson plans to provide well-prepared writing instruction for kindergarten students.
Servant Leader Intern
Children's Defense Fund
United States
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Provided summer enrichment through a research-based and multicultural curriculum that supported children and families through several essential components: high-quality literacy and character-building activities, parent/family involvement, civic engagement, and social action, intergenerational servant leadership development, nutrition, and health.
Education
Education - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Prairie View A&M University
12.2015
Skills
- Case Management
- Parent-child Relationships
- Family Engagement
- Account Management
- Leadership
- Presentations
- Communication
- Education
- Proficient in engaging with at-risk youth
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Bell County Juvenile Services- Community Based Programs
06.2025 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer
Bell County Juvenile Services
12.2024 - 06.2025
Student Advocate
Texans Can Academies
10.2023 - 09.2024
Dance Educator
International Leadership of Texas
08.2018 - 05.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
07.2016 - 06.2018
Servant Leader Intern
Children's Defense Fund
06.2010 - 08.2012
Education - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Prairie View A&M University