Lauren McPherson
Bowie,MD
Summary
A Senior law enforcement agent, with 14 years’ experience working with juvenile and adult offenders (sex offenders, domestic violence offenders, Interstate Compact offenders, etc) at a State government level. Goal-oriented with skill in case management and collaborating with social service agencies for collaborative support. Adaptable and focused with a commitment to effectiveness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Parole and Probation Agent Senior
MD Division Of Parole And Probation
Hyattsville, MD
06.2011 - Current
- Conducts field visitations to clients' homes, employment and community treatment programs consistent with case supervision responsibilities.
- Counsels persons on parole and probation concerning personal problems.
- Investigates proposed residence and employment plans and helps persons on parole and probation make environmental changes, such as finding other residence, employment, social contacts and affiliations.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Testifies in court concerning violations of probation and for other purposes; prepares investigational reports, case records, and progress summaries.
- Mentor and train new Agents.
Case Management Specialist III
MD Dept. Of Juvenile Services
Baltimore, MD
11.2008 - 06.2011
- Provides case management services to juveniles in a community or residential setting by implementing and coordinating the delivery of services and treatment plans for juveniles.
- Develops, modifies or reviews Treatment Service Plans and may participate in treatment team review meetings that identify the juvenile’s needs, treatment objectives and services, behavior modification goals and release or after-care planning;
- Applies screening and assessment tools to determine appropriate course of action and documents juvenile case activities in an automated database system;
- Conducts orientation interviews with juveniles to explain terms and conditions of supervision, probation, commitment or detention, explain behavioral modification goals, processes and procedures and implement treatment services;
- May prepare and present testimony for court proceedings in the adjudication and disposition of juvenile cases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Hampton University
Hampton, VA03.2008
Skills
- Team Player
- Case Analysis
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Ability to train and provide guidance to others
- Detail oriented
- Creative
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc)
- Organized
Timeline
Parole and Probation Agent Senior
MD Division Of Parole And Probation
06.2011 - Current
Case Management Specialist III
MD Dept. Of Juvenile Services
11.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - History
Hampton University
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