Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Miami Valley Child Development Centers, Inc, MVCDC
08.2023 - Current
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and services for families in need.
Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
Conducted regular home visits to assess family progress and adjust support plans as needed.
Connected families with appropriate community resources for financial, emotional, and educational assistance.
Evaluated client progress regularly and adjusted service plans accordingly to maximize positive outcomes.
Promoted healthy lifestyles by addressing concerns related to nutrition, exercise routines or mental health needs.
Juvenile Community Enrichment Specialist (Probation Officer)
Franklin County Juvenile Court
02.2021 - 04.2023
Conducted assessment interviews using validated assessment tools to comprehensively assess risk, needs, and strengths of youth and family
Managed all aspects of assigned caseload, regardless of community placement, including but not limited to, pre- sentence investigation report (PSI), electronic monitoring devices, community/restitution services, police-initiated diversion, alternatives to commitment, interstate transport, transportation services, employment opportunities, drug screens, education services, motions, JSO treatment plan, etc
Developed specific goals/programming plan with youth and family that is tailored to unique needs of each youth; provides linkage with community programs, court services, and external agencies; re-engages youth in education, coaches’ behaviors to prevent continued delinquent/unruly activity; responds to questions/inquiries related to plan and/or relevant programs
Reviewed and verified youth have completed agreed upon goals/activities, meets with youth, family members/guardians, school staff, and/or other services providers to discuss progress, and develop alternatives for youth facing challenges in meeting objectives of goals/programming plan
Served as success coach and supports youths’ progress by maintaining contact with youth and family at home, at school, and within community.
Family Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
08.2019 - 02.2021
Served broad population, through intensive in-home family therapy, including those involved with multiple child- serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families
Participated in diverting youth from out of home placement by helping their families safely maintain youth in their home environment.
Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Adult Probation Officer
Montgomery County Common Pleas Court
01.2016 - 08.2019
Supervised and monitored offenders granted Basic Supervision by Court to ensure compliance with supervision terms and conditions, including court ordered financial obligations
Performed operation with vehicles, computers, telephones, copier, fax machine, microfilm equipment, two-way radio, camera, Pass Point machine, breathalyzer and other general office equipment
Maintained timely and accurate case records by inputting current case information into Court view and/ or other case management systems as directed.
Residential Counselor
Greene County Girls Residential Treatment Center
01.2013 - 01.2016
Provided on-site direct behavioral health care services to agency's female juvenile residents
Responsible for providing daily structure to residents, including supervision and assistance of clients with daily living skills, client care needs, case management, medication monitoring, transportation service, academic support and tutoring,
Constructed academic lesson plans, supportive counseling, and crisis management, recreational and social activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
Wright State University
Dayton, OH
04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
05.2013
Skills
Enrichment Programs
Behavior Redirection
Individualized Assessments
Conflict Management Education
Mental Health Referrals
Highly Effective Communication
Crisis Intervention
Motivational Interviewing
Casework
Case Notes
Administrative and Clerical Support
Court procedures
Court testimony
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Miami Valley Child Development Centers, Inc, MVCDC
08.2023 - Current
Juvenile Community Enrichment Specialist (Probation Officer)
Franklin County Juvenile Court
02.2021 - 04.2023
Family Intervention Specialist
Youth Villages
08.2019 - 02.2021
Adult Probation Officer
Montgomery County Common Pleas Court
01.2016 - 08.2019
Residential Counselor
Greene County Girls Residential Treatment Center
01.2013 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
Wright State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Central State University
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