Madyson Palmer
Perryopolis,PA
Summary
Practical and competent Legal Advocate with 1 year of experience providing services to victims of crime and their families. Sound knowledge of community resources and the criminal justice system. Maintained positive working environment and empathetic approach to victims of violent crimes, such as sexual assaults and homicides.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Advocate
Crime Victims' Center Of Fayette County
Uniontown, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Accompany clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
- Liaison with members of the justice system on behalf of client.
- Support victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services.
- Assist clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Document client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Successfully manages a caseload of over 75 clients.
Dietary Aide
Woodcrest Senior-Living Community
Scottdale, PA
09.2016 - 10.2022
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Delivered meals to residents' rooms in a timely manner.
- Assisted the cooks in meal prepping for over 50 residents.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
Legislative Assistant Intern
NAACP Washington D.C Branch
Washington D.C
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted a semester-long research project on justice for victims of lynching.
- Participated in the NAACP National Convention.
- Attended board meetings, briefings, and other meetings with coalition partners.
- Wrote timely memos for the director of the organization.
- Completed a specialized course on the Death Penalty through The Washington Center.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Criminology
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA12.2022
Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Forensic Psychology
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OH05.2021
Skills
- Criminal Justice System Knowledge
- Law Enforcement Assistance
- Financial Assistance
- Stress Management
- Court/Magisterial District Experience
- Critical Thinking
- Caseload Management
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Certification, Crime Victims' Center of Fayette County - October 2022 to present
- Victim Services Foundational Academy Training - March 2023
- Mandated Reporter Training - March 2023
- Pennsylvania Victim Services Training - February 2023
- Victim Advocate Program Training - September 2022
- Cross Systems Training - October 2022
Timeline
Legal Advocate
Crime Victims' Center Of Fayette County
09.2022 - Current
Legislative Assistant Intern
NAACP Washington D.C Branch
09.2021 - 12.2021
Dietary Aide
Woodcrest Senior-Living Community
09.2016 - 10.2022
Master of Arts - Applied Criminology
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Forensic Psychology
Tiffin University