John William Jones Jr.
DeSoto,TX
Summary
Experienced professional adept at managing large caseloads and coordinating community resources within the Dallas County Juvenile Department. Deep understanding of juvenile court systems and expertise in case file preparation. Proven ability to foster positive change in at-risk youth, making impactful contributions to juvenile justice.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Juvenile Probation Officer
Dallas County Juvenile Department
Dallas, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Monitoring juvenile offenders to ensure court-ordered conditions are met.
- Conducting investigations into the backgrounds of juveniles and their families.
- Providing guidance, support, and resources to at-risk youth.
- Developing and implementing individualized case plans for juvenile offenders.
- Enforcing sanctions when necessary to hold juveniles accountable for their actions.
- Maintaining detailed records of all interactions with juvenile offenders.
- Collaborating with community partners to provide services to juvenile offenders.
- Attending hearings in juvenile court on behalf of the department.
- Participating in training programs to stay abreast of developments in the field.
Juvenile Probation Officer II
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Monitoring juvenile offenders to ensure court-ordered conditions are met.
- Conducting investigations into the backgrounds of juveniles and their families.
- Providing guidance, support, and resources to at-risk youth.
- Developing and implementing individualized case plans for juvenile offenders.
- Enforcing sanctions when necessary to hold juveniles accountable for their actions.
- Maintaining detailed records of all interactions with juvenile offenders.
- Collaborating with community partners to provide services to juvenile offenders.
- Making recommendations regarding probation status changes or modifications as needed.
- Attending hearings in juvenile court on behalf of the department.
- Participating in training programs to stay abreast of developments in the field.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Dallas County Juvenile Department
Dallas, TX
04.2017 - 10.2020
- Monitoring juvenile offenders to ensure court-ordered conditions are met.
- Conducting investigations into the backgrounds of juveniles and their families.
- Providing guidance, support, and resources to at-risk youth.
- Developing and implementing individualized case plans for juvenile offenders.
- Enforcing sanctions when necessary to hold juveniles accountable for their actions.
- Maintaining detailed records of all interactions with juvenile offenders.
- Collaborating with community partners to provide services to juvenile offenders.
- Attending hearings in juvenile court on behalf of the department.
- Participating in training programs to stay abreast of developments in the field.
Mental Health Technician
Green Oaks Hospital
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
Counselor B
Pretrial Services
Memphis, TN
03.2011 - 02.2016
- Conducted investigations to assess the backgrounds of defendants and their likelihood of appearing in court.
- Reviewed case files for accuracy and completeness prior to trial.
- Prepared reports regarding defendant's compliance with court orders and recommendations for further action.
- Collaborated with attorneys and judges in preparing cases for trial.
- Interviewed defendants and their families to evaluate risk factors related to pretrial release decisions.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to defendants during the pre-trial period.
- Developed plans for supervision that included drug testing, mental health assessments, community service requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with defendants including notes on progress made while under supervision.
- Provided support services such as referrals for substance abuse treatment programs or job placement assistance.
- Supervised adult offenders to monitor compliance with court ordered conditions.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing the pretrial process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12-2009
Skills
- Juvenile probation
- Large caseload management
- Community resource coordination
- Knowledge of detention operations
- Juvenile court system familiarity
- JCMS
- CJIS
- OpCenter
- Prontotrak
- Case file preparation
- Court procedures
- Legal terminology
- Courtroom facilitation
Certification
- The State of Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council Certification (Certification Number: PBJP2021O247882) (Issue Date: 7/30/2021)
- Juvenile Probation Officer Certification (TJJD Identification Number: 32325) (Issue Date 8/9/2024)
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Dallas County Juvenile Department
05.2024 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer II
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
05.2021 - 02.2022
Juvenile Probation Officer
Dallas County Juvenile Department
04.2017 - 10.2020
Mental Health Technician
Green Oaks Hospital
02.2016 - 04.2017
Counselor B
Pretrial Services
03.2011 - 02.2016
- The State of Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council Certification (Certification Number: PBJP2021O247882) (Issue Date: 7/30/2021)
- Juvenile Probation Officer Certification (TJJD Identification Number: 32325) (Issue Date 8/9/2024)
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mississippi State University
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