Experienced leader in corrections, reentry, and treatment facilities with 23 years of expertise in client rehabilitation and documentation. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance while delivering high-quality care. Effective in communication, conflict resolution, risk assessment, and crisis intervention.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Case Management Specialist
Pima County Justice Court
Tucson
10.2025 - Current
Provides a variety of customer service, administrative and clerical support for the Pima County Consolidated Justice Court.
Includes considerable public contact in person and on the telephone, processing, filing, and reporting of case file information from enforcement agencies in accordance with strict Court policies and procedures.
Assist the public with filing Pima County Consolidated Justice Court (PCCJC) documents and explaining procedures.
Counselor
Dismas Charities
Tucson
06.2021 - 01.2024
Provided counseling services to individuals reintegrating into society after incarceration.
Developed personalized treatment plans to address client needs and goals.
Coordinated with community resources to connect clients with essential services.
Conducted assessments to identify client strengths and challenges in recovery.
Documented client progress in compliance with organizational standards and regulations.
Monitored clients' daily activities and responded appropriately when needed.
Community Reentry Specialist
Alvis Inc/Ohio Link Corrections and Treatment
Toledo
12.2017 - 03.2020
Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans to meet the needs of diverse clients.
Responsible for developing, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating, and documenting individual program planning according to each client's specific needs, including relevant program goals, referrals, and personal, family, and group counseling strategies.
Responsible for guiding, monitoring, and documenting relevant aspects of resident movement, behavior, and progress.
Maintained detailed records of client progress while adhering to confidentiality regulations.
Responsible for communicating all relevant information to supervisory staff regarding the agency, the facility, and the resident.
Responsible for the timely submission of resident release plans, home confinement plans, and termination letters.
Responsible for complying with all agency policies and applicable procedures.
Responsible for the timely use of the FreshStart Client Management System.
Responsible for providing staff duty coverage as scheduled.
Responsible for attending and participating in all meetings as required.
Responsible for initiating and maintaining cooperative and effective liaison activities with supervising authorities, other agencies, community groups, and professional associations.
During a work stoppage, the Counselor will work all hours necessary to staff the center.
Performs all other work duties as may be assigned.
Correctional Officer
MTC/ Marana Community Correctional Treatment Facility
Marana
03.2000 - 10.2012
Perform coverage duties at assigned facility.
Conduct urine &/or alco-sensor testing for all clients entering the facility.
Ensured the safety and security of all facility operations.
Conduct outside perimeter checks.
Observe & identify clients in unauthorized locations & communicate with case manager, program manager regarding appropriate corrective action.
Document and report violations, hazards to the appropriate authority/designee.
Monitor client telephone calls.
Supervise facility internal and external clean-up & maintenance conducted by resident clients.
Report property/facility malfunctions, needed repairs to appropriate maintenance staff.
Engage with clients on an ongoing basis, utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques & cognitive behavior change tools (e.g., role playing, mirroring, reflecting), participate in prosocial engagement & activities with clients; foster & promote healthy decision making, positive & productive lifestyle perspective for resident clients.
Maintain records of inventory & ensure designated areas are kept secure/locked.
Dispense medication(s) to resident clients (i.e., not requiring Med-passing certification) as needed.
Ensure clients receive meals when not present during schedule meal periods.
Participate in mandatory staff meetings, brief incoming shift staff on client activities via pass-on logs.
Assist with client intake procedures.
Supervised residents within the SEARCH program, implemented policy and procedure, conducted health and welfare checks, conducted perimeter checks of the facility, conducted count, input resident group activity and sanctions into computer.
Education
Mortuary Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
High School Diploma -
Lake High School
Lake, OH
Criminal Justice -
Owens Community College
Owens, OH
Criminal Justice -
Pima Community College
Pima, AZ
Skills
Staff education and training
Documentation proficiency
Responsible
Customer service
Verbal and written communication
Compassion
Reading comprehension
Good listening skills
Microsoft Office
Detail-oriented
Leadership
Substance Abuse Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Client Counseling
Timeline
Court Case Management Specialist
Pima County Justice Court
10.2025 - Current
Counselor
Dismas Charities
06.2021 - 01.2024
Community Reentry Specialist
Alvis Inc/Ohio Link Corrections and Treatment
12.2017 - 03.2020
Correctional Officer
MTC/ Marana Community Correctional Treatment Facility
03.2000 - 10.2012
Mortuary Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College