Foster Letsu
Roxbury Crossing,MA
Summary
Experienced professional skilled in forensic tools and intelligence analysis, with a solid foundation in US criminal law. Demonstrated success in implementing evidence-based practices and crisis intervention strategies to enhance patient care and foster recovery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Treatment Specialist
Whiting Forensic Hospital
Middletown, CT
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans collaboratively.
- Conducted regular evaluations of patient progress and adjusted strategies accordingly.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to support patient recovery goals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance social skills and communication.
- Documented patient interactions and treatment updates in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Provided crisis intervention to maintain safety and stability within the facility.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-management techniques effectively.
- Sampled and tested wastewater, applied chemical dosing, received chemical shipments, and performed wastewater plant preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
- Operated, monitored, maintained and performed troubleshooting for wastewater treatment facility mechanical and electrical systems.
- Supervised shift work periodically to support upper management, created and assigned work orders and monitored overall plant operation.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy when working with clients.
- Advised supervisors on best practices for providing quality addiction services.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, filing documents, and maintaining client databases.
- Facilitated educational workshops on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, and communication.
- Provided guidance through 12-step recovery programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous.
- Planned educational and training programs for offenders.
- Observed emotional and physical conditions of inmates to identify and proactively address concerns.
Independent Living Skill Trainer
Project Genesis Inc
Willimantic, Connecticut
03.2014 - 08.2023
- Developed personalized independent living plans for clients with diverse needs.
- Facilitated workshops on daily living skills and community resources.
- Assisted clients in practicing budgeting and financial management techniques.
- Coordinated transportation and access to essential services for clients.
- Evaluated client progress and adjusted training strategies as needed.
- Collaborated with social workers and healthcare providers to support client goals.
- Educated clients on nutrition, meal preparation, and healthy habits.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress reports.
- Conducted assessments of clients' independent living skills and devised individualized plans to meet their needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction on life skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, meal planning, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and time management.
- Mentored clients in areas such as goal setting, problem solving, decision making and self advocacy.
- Developed educational materials and resources for independent living skill development.
- Taught clients how to use public transportation systems safely and efficiently.
- Organized community events that promoted awareness of the importance of developing independent living skills.
- Assisted with job search activities such as resume writing and interviewing techniques.
- Created weekly schedules for clients that incorporated independent living tasks into everyday life.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
UN Civilian Police Investigator
UNAMID
Nyala Darfur, Sudan
11.2008 - 11.2009
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal cases and collected evidence.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to gather vital information for cases.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and resources.
- Analyzed crime scene data and forensic reports to establish case facts.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting findings and investigative procedures.
- Testified in court as a witness to support prosecutorial efforts.
- Developed strategies for solving complex cases through critical thinking.
- Trained junior investigators on investigative techniques and best practices.
- Organized police reports, depositions, affidavits and other legal documents.
- Tracked down fugitives by utilizing various resources including social media sites.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigative findings.
- Collected evidence from crime scenes and secured it for analysis.
- Testified in court as an expert witness regarding investigations conducted.
- Participated in undercover operations aimed at uncovering criminal activity.
- Coordinated activities with local law enforcement agencies when conducting joint operations.
- Assessed the credibility of witness statements and evidence.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to officers during investigations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Investigations, Domestic Violence & CP
Ghana Police Detectives College
Ghana Police Training Academy Koforidua01-2007
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Awudome Secondary School
Tsito Awudome Volta Region Of GhanaSkills
- Criminal justice policy
- US criminal law knowledge
- Threat detection
- Risk assessment
- Intelligence analysis
- Critical thinking
- Forensic tools
- Emergency preparedness
- Emergency communication
- Community relations
- Professional boundaries
- Offender assessment
- Case management
- Criminal justice knowledge
- Problem solving
- Crisis intervention
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Self-defense techniques
- Law enforcement
- Firearms handling
- Interrogation techniques
Accomplishments
I was promoted from the rank of Detective Lance Corporal to Detective Inspector for successfully apprehending notorious armed robbery gang in Ghana.
Timeline
Forensic Treatment Specialist
Whiting Forensic Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Independent Living Skill Trainer
Project Genesis Inc
03.2014 - 08.2023
UN Civilian Police Investigator
UNAMID
11.2008 - 11.2009
Associate of Arts - Criminal Investigations, Domestic Violence & CP
Ghana Police Detectives College
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Awudome Secondary School
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