Kareem J. Pollard
Riverdale,GA
Summary
Dynamic Program Coordinator with extensive experience at the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, excelling in team supervision and volunteer management. Proven track record in enhancing operational effectiveness and facilitating impactful training. Skilled in collaboration and project management, driving successful youth reentry initiatives and fostering community engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
Decatur, GA
09.2022 - Current
- Supervise team to improve performance and accountability.
- Manage Krono's and personnel action requests efficiently.
- Fill team vacancies promptly to ensure operational continuity.
- Conduct evaluations, coaching, and training to enhance team skills.
- Assist the team in preparation for youth reentry during Pre-Release YCRT meetings, and post-release follow-up.
- Support the ORS Director and Assistant Director with various tasks and responsibilities.
- Facilitate training for department staff on reentry initiatives.
- Collaborate with departments to align efforts with organizational objectives.
Regional Volunteer Coordinator
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
Decatur, GA
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Provided leadership and management for volunteer services, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Identified resources and outreach activities to support local DJJ sites.
- Recruited citizen volunteers, fostering community engagement and involvement.
- Conducted facility audits while delivering technical assistance and training to local DJJ sites.
- Developed training and outreach materials to improve program delivery.
- Assisted in onboarding interns, ensuring smooth integration into programs.
- Participated in developing and implementing Volunteer Services policies and guidelines.
- Coordinated business management functions across units, programs, or facilities.
Juvenile Probation/Parole Specialist 3
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
Savannah, GA
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Supervised probation officers and case managers to optimize juvenile service delivery.
- Conducted quarterly and annual reviews to evaluate direct reports' performance.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and teamwork skills.
- Collaborated with community organizations to improve family support services.
- Developed liaisons for offenders' life adjustment plans.
- Tailored detention planning and aftercare services to juveniles' unique needs.
- Instructed employee training and onboarding for compliance with best practices.
- Participated in weekly program management meetings to resolve operational issues.
Support Service Worker
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
Savannah, GA
02.2014 - 04.2016
- Conducted structured educational and life skills group counseling sessions for at-risk youth.
- Documented program activities in juvenile tracking system to ensure accurate records.
- Coordinated supplemental programs to enhance rehabilitation efforts.
- Interacted with external resources and stakeholders to support youth development.
- Executed various administrative duties to maintain a safe environment at youth detention facility.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA12.2007
Skills
- Associate Project Manager
- GA POST Certified Instructor
- Coach
- Volunteer management
- Volunteer recruitment
- Training facilitation
- Team supervision
- Staff development
- Customer service experience
- Public relations
- Administrative management
- Leadership Development Institute
- Collaboration skills
Phone
cellular, 404-309-6903
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
09.2022 - Current
Regional Volunteer Coordinator
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
06.2018 - 09.2022
Juvenile Probation/Parole Specialist 3
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
04.2016 - 05.2018
Support Service Worker
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
02.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Savannah State University
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