Kristin Overvold

Benton-Franklin Juvenile Court

07.2003 - Current

Provided community supervision for low, moderate, and high-risk youth involved in the criminal justice system.
Provided effective case management and tailored intervention strategies to the needs of youth and families.
Conducted thorough assessments to determine appropriate supervision levels for the youth and appropriate court services.
Implemented Motivational Interviewing practices in supervision techniques, promoting successful outcomes.
Caseloads were specific to domestic violence, mental health and substance abuse events.
Provided crisis intervention support when necessary, diffusing potentially dangerous situations involving youth and family members.
Prepared detailed reports for court hearings, presenting relevant information on youth progress or concerns as needed.
Served as a liaison between court systems, schools, mental health providers, substance abuse treatment facilities, and various social service organizations to coordinate necessary care for youth and their families.
Facilitated group and individual sessions addressing emotional and social barriers common among youth on supervision.
Proficient decision making skills in emotional situations that meet the needs of the youth and families while maintaining community safety.
Established trust with youth and families through communication, empathy, and professionalism, leading to increased adherence to probation terms.

Summary