Julie Pogantsch-Dean
Summerset,SD
Summary
Professional advocate skilled in providing comprehensive support to individuals in crisis. Adept at navigating legal systems, offering emotional support, and connecting clients with essential resources. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving impactful results and adapting to evolving needs. Known for empathy, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate
Chenega United States Air Force
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted victims in navigating legal resources, safety planning, and available support services.
- Provided empathetic communication to clients during crisis situations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and community organizations to enhance victim support programs.
- Developed informational materials to raise awareness of victim advocacy services offered.
- Participated in training sessions to improve advocacy skills and knowledge of victim rights.
- Maintained accurate client records and ensured confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to strict data protection policies and procedures.
Family Advocacy Program Assistant
Iva'al Solutions United States Air Force
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in project coordination and scheduling to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Supported program operations by managing documentation and maintaining organized records.
- Conducted research to assist in the development of program materials and resources.
- Facilitated communication between team members to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
Child Protective Services Caseworker
South Dakota Department of Social Services
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Assessed child safety concerns through comprehensive case evaluations and interviews with families.
- Developed individualized service plans to address the unique needs of children in protective custody.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support and resources to families in crisis.
- Monitored compliance with court orders and implemented interventions based on family progress.
Sergeant
Adams County Sheriff's Office
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Deputy Sheriff
Juneau County Sheriff's Office
01.2008 - 10.2020
- Enforced laws and regulations to ensure community safety and security.
- Conducted investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to solve cases.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop crime prevention strategies and community outreach programs.
- Trained junior deputies on procedures, protocols, and operational best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ09-2022
No Degree - Master's of Science, Victim Services
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXSkills
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Assessment skills
- Case management expertise
- Professional boundaries
Certification
- Danger Assessment Certification.
- National Advocate Credentialing- NACP Intermediate Advocate with a Specialty of Comprehensive Victim Intervention Specialist. NACP Identification N50-278-5311.
Timeline
Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate
Chenega United States Air Force
11.2024 - Current
Family Advocacy Program Assistant
Iva'al Solutions United States Air Force
09.2024 - 11.2024
Child Protective Services Caseworker
South Dakota Department of Social Services
11.2022 - 07.2024
Sergeant
Adams County Sheriff's Office
07.2021 - 10.2022
Deputy Sheriff
Juneau County Sheriff's Office
01.2008 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
No Degree - Master's of Science, Victim Services
Sam Houston State University
Trainings
- Supporting Families After an Abuser's Suicide.
- Ethical Boundaries in Victim Advocacy: Maintaining Professionalism and Compassion.
- Exploring the Impact of Vulnerabilities in Abusive Relationships.
- Decoding the Neurobiology of Domestic Abuse Trauma in Military-Connected Victims.
- First Response: Psychological First Aid for Crisis Response.
- Separation Safeguards and Strategies: Protecting Military- Connected Domestic Abuse Victims During the Deployment Cycle.
- Bytes of Protection: Crafting a Digital Safety Net for Victims.
- Navigating the Financial Landscape: Safety Planning for Domestic Abuse Victims.
- Collective Safety Planning for the Collaborative Community Response.
- Lifelines: Safety Planning in Military Connected Domestic Abuse Cases.
- Victim Advocacy Ethics.
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