Lisa Bell
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Accomplished Probation Officer with a proven track record in offender supervision and risk assessments, honed at the City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Service. Expert in case management and documentation, demonstrating strong analytical skills and empathy. Enhanced community safety through effective interventions and support, showcasing leadership and a commitment to public service. Experienced Probation Officer effective at managing difficult cases and making sound, educated decisions. Creative and practical problem solver.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Officer I
City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Service
09.2008 - Current
- Screen, interview, and investigate Pretrial defendants
- Complete Risk Assessments
- Ensure defendant and offender compliance with all orders of the court.
- Conduct, when ordered by the court, substance abuse screenings,or conduct or facilitate the preparation of assessments pursuant to state approved protocols.
- Conduct drug and alcohol tests
- Conduct criminal history and background check and ongoing checks via NCIC/VCIN
- Assist the court , City, and Commonwealth Attorney as needed
- Ensure timely flow of all case information and correspondence
- Supervise defendants and offenders placed on home incarceration with or without home electronic monitoring as a condition of probation or pretrial supervision
- Improved community safety through proactive risk assessment and management of high-risk offenders.
- Conducts interviews to determine necessary resources.
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Deputy Sheriff
Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office
07.2002 - 09.2008
- Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Deputy Sheriff
Norfolk's Sheriff's Office
07.2000 - 06.2002
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Assisted adult inmates by conducting security checks, issue food trays
- Maintained inmate headcount
- Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
Foster Care Assistant
City of Chesapeake Department of Human Services
11.1999 - 07.2000
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Assisted Social Workers for court procedures for placement of children in foster homes
- Provided transportation for children, and parents for visitation, doctor appointments and school
- Prepared monthly progress reports.
Van Driver
City of Chesapeake Community Service Board
03.1995 - 11.1999
- Operated a 16- passenger van, transported individuals with mental illness disability to and from a psycho-social center.
- Assisted clients with food preparation
- Utilized maps, GPS, landmarks and traffic conditions to expertly navigate to and from destinations efficiently.
- Delivered packages promptly during multi-stop routes while maintaining excellent communication with clients about expected delivery times.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with last-minute route changes, successfully navigating unfamiliar areas while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL10-2008
Skills
- Case Planning
- Documentation
- Offender supervision
- Report Writing
- Risk and needs assessments
- Investigations
- Case Management
- Substance abuse
Timeline
Probation Officer I
City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Service
09.2008 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office
07.2002 - 09.2008
Deputy Sheriff
Norfolk's Sheriff's Office
07.2000 - 06.2002
Foster Care Assistant
City of Chesapeake Department of Human Services
11.1999 - 07.2000
Van Driver
City of Chesapeake Community Service Board
03.1995 - 11.1999
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
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