Ilene Ralston
Taholah,WA
Summary
Experienced Probation Officer effective at managing difficult cases and making sound, educated decisions. Creative and practical problem solver.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation Clerk
Quinault Indian Nation
11.2021 - Current
- Enhanced probationer compliance by maintaining accurate records and monitoring case progress.
- Assisted probation officers with caseload management for efficient case processing and outcomes.
- Improved communication between probationers and officers by scheduling appointments and ensuring timely notifications.
- Supported the court system through thorough documentation of probation cases, ensuring proper adjudication.
- Managed sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality in accordance with legal guidelines.
- Collaborated with QIN Prosecutor to exchange pertinent information regarding probationer status or violations.
- Conducted intake interviews efficiently obtaining necessary information from newly assigned clients allowing them to understand expectations during their period under supervision.
- Adapted quickly to new software programs used within the department for the management of probation cases, minimizing downtime and increasing overall productivity.
- Prioritized time-sensitive tasks effectively ensuring deadlines were met consistently without compromising quality of work.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Coordinated community and job placement resources.
- Tracked assigned juvenile movements and adherence to probation requirements.
- Performed routine drug tests for offenders on probation
Temp SR. Probation Officer
Quinault Indian Nation
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced offender rehabilitation by conducting thorough risk assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Reduced recidivism rates through diligent supervision and effective case management strategies.
- Improved community safety by closely monitoring high-risk offenders and enforcing strict compliance with court orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support services for probationers, resulting in improved outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of probationer progress and provided regular updates to the court, ensuring informed decisionmaking.
- Maintained open lines of communication with judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, treatment providers and other key stakeholders involved in each case.
- Served as a liaison between the Probation Department and specialized court programs, such as drug courts or mental health courts.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Tracked assigned juvenile movements and adherence to probation requirements.
- Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Performed routine drug tests for offenders on probation.
Fire Dispatch
Quinault Indian Nation
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Enhanced emergency response times by efficiently dispatching fire units to incidents.
- Improved communication between fire responders and dispatch center through regular training sessions.
- Conducted regular equipment checks and maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring dispatch center was properly stocked and functioning efficiently.
- Promoted public awareness of emergency services by participating in community outreach events, representing the department with professionalism and integrity.
- Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
- Maintained accurate records of dispatched units for streamlined incident management and analysis.
- Collaborated with other emergency service agencies to coordinate multi-agency responses, ensuring seamless operations during emergencies.
Procurement Clerk
Quinault Indian Nation
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and maintain quality standards.
- Utilized software(microix) to order and track product shipments.
- Maintain QDNR supply room
- Cover QDNR receptionist when needed
- Maintain Contract payment forms and EAN records
- Run Budget reports in Microix for training and travel process and for budget Modifications.
Education
GED -
Grays Harbor College
Aberdeen, WA02.2010
Skills
- Research abilities
- Court Procedures
- Legal Terminology
- Substance abuse
- Risk and needs assessments
- File reviews
- Testing Procedures
- Case Management
- Court filings
- Case Planning
- Drug Testing
- Goal Setting
Certification
- Certified STANDARD CANS Comprehensive 3.0
- Certified SPIN risk and needs assessments
- Certified YASI risk and needs assessment
- Certified Medicine wheel & 12 Steps facilitator training
- Certificate for Advanced Techniques for Supervision and monitoring of sex offenders
- Certification of completion of Tribal probation Academy
- Certification of completion of What is Trauma Training
- Certification of completion Drug identification and recognition: the Opioid Crisis in America.
- Certification of completion Drug Endangered Children Awareness: Identifying Drug Endangered Children - A collaborative Approach.
- Certification of completion Investing in Fatherhood : Supporting Native fathers Struggling with addiction
- Trauma-Informed Treatment Courts Strategic planning
Timeline
Temp SR. Probation Officer
Quinault Indian Nation
06.2023 - 01.2024
Probation Clerk
Quinault Indian Nation
11.2021 - Current
Fire Dispatch
Quinault Indian Nation
03.2021 - 11.2021
Procurement Clerk
Quinault Indian Nation
05.2017 - 03.2021
GED -
Grays Harbor College
- Certified STANDARD CANS Comprehensive 3.0
- Certified SPIN risk and needs assessments
- Certified YASI risk and needs assessment
- Certified Medicine wheel & 12 Steps facilitator training
- Certificate for Advanced Techniques for Supervision and monitoring of sex offenders
- Certification of completion of Tribal probation Academy
- Certification of completion of What is Trauma Training
- Certification of completion Drug identification and recognition: the Opioid Crisis in America.
- Certification of completion Drug Endangered Children Awareness: Identifying Drug Endangered Children - A collaborative Approach.
- Certification of completion Investing in Fatherhood : Supporting Native fathers Struggling with addiction
- Trauma-Informed Treatment Courts Strategic planning
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