GEROSKA GAY

• Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant laws and policies governing the juvenile justice system.
• Provided ongoing support and mentorship for juvenile offenders post-release, helping to prevent recidivism and promote long-term success.
• Assisted families in navigating the juvenile justice system, offering guidance on legal processes and available resources.
• Maintained detailed records of case progress, ensuring accurate information was available for court hearings and other proceedings.
• Communicated effectively with probation officers, court representatives, and other stakeholders involved in each youth''s case, ensuring all parties were informed of progress made during treatment.
• Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and addressing potential risks promptly.
• Developed strong relationships with community partners, enhancing access to resources and support for juvenile offenders during their reentry process.
• Conducted assessments to determine appropriate placements and interventions for youth in custody, resulting in more effective case management.
• Provided crisis intervention services as needed, effectively deescalating situations and maintaining safety within the facility.
• Contributed to staff trainings on best practices within the field of juvenile justice, ensuring a consistent approach amongst team members when working with youth offenders.
• Monitored youth progress throughout their time in custody, making adjustments to treatment plans as necessary based on observed changes or new information received from court orders or probation officers.
• Coordinated with local schools to facilitate educational opportunities for youth in detention settings, helping them stay engaged academically while awaiting court-ordered placements.
• Utilized motivational interviewing techniques when engaging with youth, fostering a collaborative environment where they felt empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
• Participated in regular case reviews with team members and supervisors, discussing potential barriers to success and strategies for overcoming them.
• Reduced recidivism rates through providing comprehensive case management services to youth in the justice system.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies for addressing the unique needs of each juvenile offender.
• Delivered evidence-based programming designed to address specific risk factors associated with delinquent behavior, promoting positive change in participants.
• Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess admissibility and relevance to case.
• Improved rehabilitation outcomes by developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for juvenile offenders.
• Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions, and final rulings.
• Monitored court proceedings for adherence to legal procedures and rules by attorneys and litigants.

Conduct roll call attendance

Uniform compliance inspection

inform staff of past and present issues with offenders

Notified of upcoming trainings dates

Conduct monthly safety and sanitation inspections on living units. Conduct shakedowns on living units for contraband i.e weapons/drugs

Respond to 10 unit codes calls over radio

Review all security inventory and incidents reports

Delegated roles to optimize workflow.

Communicate with the chief admin and duty, administrator officer.

Conduct simulated drills i.e emergency fire and escape