Crime Victim Advocate assisting victims of sexual assault, child abuse and all other crimes. Well-versed in crisis intervention and cultural sensitivity. Excellent knowledge of victims' rights.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Victim Advocate
Crime Victims Center
West Chester, PA
09.2023 - Current
Maintained records of victim, ages 3-80+ contacts for use in emergency or crisis situations.
Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
Served as a liaison between the organization and various community partners including law enforcement agencies, social service organizations, schools and faith-based organizations.
Delivered on-call and overnight support to victims and witnesses for 24-hour call center.
Maintained caseload of up to 50 clients, managing case status reports for each.
Provided emotional support and comfort to victims of crime.
Attended court hearings to provide advocacy for victims throughout the criminal justice process.
Research Analyst
Criminology and Justice Studies at Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
10.2019 - 02.2020
Partnered with the department head - Dr. Robert Kane - of Criminology and Justice Studies at Drexel University
Authored and researched the past and present obstacles that our country has endured due to the police
Used ArcGIS to map the different locations of crime, stop and frisk, and other incidents in SF, PHL & D.C.
Monitored current events and emerging trends in order to keep abreast with changes in the marketplace.
Analyzed complex datasets utilizing advanced analytics techniques such as regression analysis and predictive modeling.
Independent Study - Wrongful Convictions
Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences
Philadelphia, PA
09.2019 - 12.2019
Researched wrongful convictions, specifically around the Philadelphia area
Analyzed the discrepancies between cases
Compared court systems around the world and determining why wrongful convictions happen.
Independent Study - Shooting Victimizations in Philadelphia
Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences
Philadelphia, PA
06.2019 - 09.2019
Researched the Philadelphia area and mapped out where shootings occur
Logged victims, offenders, and deaths into the statistical software SPSS and mapping software ArcGIS
Accepted to the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Conference and will present the research in March 2020.
Legal Aide
Murphy's Immigration Law Firm
West Chester, PA
06.2019 - 09.2019
Researched for ongoing cases and the clients' home countries to complete an analysis of health care
Audited cases and files for attorneys to overhaul file keeping system
Drafted motions, pleadings, briefs, memoranda of law and other legal documents as required by attorneys.
Attended court proceedings as needed in order to provide support to attorneys during trial preparation or actual trial proceedings.
Researched potential conflicts when new matters are accepted by the firm.
Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
Education
Master of Science in Justice, Law and Criminology -
American University
05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Arts and Sciences - Criminology & Justice Studies
Drexel University
06.2021
Skills
Proficient in ArcGIS
Proficient in Word
Proficient in SPSS
Client Confidentiality
Criminal Law
Trauma Informed Care Framework
Client Advocacy
Accomplishments
Dean's List 2018 - 2021
A J Drexel & Drexel Dragon Scholarships 2017 - 2021
SPA CS Merit Award 2021-2023
Activities Leadership
Criminology & Justice Studies Society, 04/2019, 2021, Treasurer, April 2019 - 2020, Secretary April 2019 - 2020
Alpha Phi Sigma - Honors Fraternity, 04/2019, 2021, Vice President, September 2020, Treasurer, April 2019 - 2021, Secretary April 2019 - 2021
Student Ambassador, 04/2019, 2021
Timeline
Victim Advocate
Crime Victims Center
09.2023 - Current
Research Analyst
Criminology and Justice Studies at Drexel University
10.2019 - 02.2020
Independent Study - Wrongful Convictions
Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences
09.2019 - 12.2019
Independent Study - Shooting Victimizations in Philadelphia
Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences
06.2019 - 09.2019
Legal Aide
Murphy's Immigration Law Firm
06.2019 - 09.2019
Master of Science in Justice, Law and Criminology -
American University
Bachelor of Science in Arts and Sciences - Criminology & Justice Studies
Drexel University
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