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Kayli S. Merriman

Durham,NC

Summary

Dedicated and organized professional with 7 years of experience in legal field, social services, non-profit, and program development. Career highlight includes development of 2 successful programs. Fast learner, team player, and independent achiever committed to excellence. Ready to leverage diverse skills for impactful contributions in a dynamic professional setting, driving success and achieving excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Court Programs Specialist

Chatham County
08.2023 - Current
  • Work with District Attorneys, Public Defenders and Judges on 80+ shared offender cases
  • Provide offender screenings within court, client intakes and perform drug screenings
  • Interpret clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
  • Maintain confidentially in handling client cases
  • Assist program director in establishment of new program which includes handling marketing for events and meetings, presenting at meetings and researching new ideas for program
  • Created and delivered presentations to internal and external stakeholders to showcase work
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications

Victim Advocate / Crisis Counselor

Child 1st Center
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Participated in establishment and implementation of pilot crisis response program in collaboration with Decatur Police Department and City of Decatur
  • Researched, complied date and presented findings to obtain grant funding to support pilot program
  • Responded on-scene within 30 minutes to provide crisis intervention in immediate aftermath of violent crime where victims or witnesses 25 and under are present.
  • Worked on-call 24-hour rotation including holidays and weekends.
  • Created data entry program for crisis response program to organize referrals and services provided
  • Established long lasting connections with 40+ families as their family advocate with goal being to improve their family's safety and well-being.
  • Engaged clients in NOVA (National Organization for Victim Assistance) model of crisis intervention.
  • Provided case management and advocacy services to clients and families to ensure appropriate linkage to community providers and resources.
  • Helped clients navigate civil and criminal justice process.
  • Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships
  • Provided comprehensive assessment, goal setting and service plans
  • Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services
  • Spearheaded awareness through public speaking to community and business groups

Practicum Student

Teen Justice Program
03.2021 - 05.2021
  • Applied restorative justice principles to juvenile cases in program
  • Spoke with families explaining how program works
  • Sent acceptance and denial letters to youth and families.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others

Nanny

Amaya Family
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Regularly cared for children ages newborn to 10 years old
  • Established lasting, professional connections with family by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.,
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene

Intern

Peoria Juvenile Detention Center
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisted in daily routine of juveniles which consisted of school, meals, focus groups, commissary, and lights out
  • Led daily focus groups with 10+ juveniles discussing topics like self-control & leadership
  • Learned process of how juveniles move through system from entry to release
  • Observed transport process to and from court hearings
  • Engaged in activities like cards and volleyball with juveniles during their free time.

Intern

Decatur Police Department
05.2019 - 06.2019
  • Rode along with second and third shift patrol officers
  • Observed daily routine of officers and how calls are responded to
  • Witnessed autopsy of murder victim at McLean County Coroner's Office
  • Observed report writing, arrest and booking processes
  • Assisted in search warrants and seizures for missing persons and evidence.
  • Spent 140 hours alongside patrol officers and detectives during second and third shifts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Millikin University
Decatur, Illinois
05.2021

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Strong Communication
  • Proficient in Canva, Word, Excel and Google data systems
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Report Writing
  • Case Management
  • Project Management
  • Program Development
  • Confidentiality
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Legal Compliance
  • Public Speaking
  • Time Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Calm Under Pressure

Certification

  • National Organization for Victim Assistance Credentialed Victim Advocate - ID Number: N74-636-8874 Credentialing expires 12/31/2024

Accomplishments

  • Department of Children and Family Services Mandated Reporter training (2/7/23)
  • Summit Victim Assistance Academy's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy nationally credentialed advocate 44-hour learning course in NOVA Crisis Intervention Model (8/15/22 - 8/19/22)
  • Narcan Training - Crossing Healthcare in Decatur, IL (11/22/22)
  • The National Center for Victims of Crime National Training Institute (10/6/22-10/8/22)
  • DOVE's 44-hour Domestic Violence ICADV Certified Training (3/21/22 -6/22)
  • Introduction to Restorative Practices Training by Kevin Jones with International Institute for Restorative Practices (9/15/21 -29/21)
  • Illinois Victim Assistance Academy - Crime Victim Compensation Webinar and the Duties and Responsibilities from The Enforcement of Crime Victims' Rights: Handbook for the Prosecution Team and Advocates, and the Notice of Victim's Assertion of Rights webinar - (9/14/21 - 11/16/21)
  • The Office for Victims of Crime; Victim Assistance online training
  • U.S Department of Justice Office for Civil Rights training for grantees

Timeline

Court Programs Specialist

Chatham County
08.2023 - Current

Victim Advocate / Crisis Counselor

Child 1st Center
06.2021 - 07.2023

Practicum Student

Teen Justice Program
03.2021 - 05.2021

Intern

Peoria Juvenile Detention Center
09.2019 - 12.2019

Intern

Decatur Police Department
05.2019 - 06.2019

Nanny

Amaya Family
05.2018 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Millikin University

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