McKenzie Vondras
Newburgh,NY
Summary
Dynamic Senior Family Center Worker with expertise in case analysis, team supervision, and effective communication. Proven ability to foster connections within restrictive environments while maintaining safety and promoting healthy development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Family Center Worker
The Osborne Association
Newburgh, NY
07.2024 - Current
- Supervised interactions between incarcerated fathers and children to promote engagement.
- Collaborated with families to identify interests and preferences for activities.
- Maintained clean, safe environments for children in correctional facilities.
- Oversaw and evaluated staff performance at family center.
- Monitored inventory to ensure adequate supplies and resources.
- Completed proper documentation for both Osborne and DOCCS.
Case Lead
Russel Sage College
Albany, New York
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Supervised up to ten team members, fostering collaboration with victims and community stakeholders.
- Provided analytical support for investigators, contributing to resolution of complex cases.
- Conducted case organization and analysis to support ongoing investigations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on unsolved cases to enhance investigative efforts.
- Engaged with secondary victims and law enforcement officials to ensure support.
- Utilized Google and Adobe products to achieve project objectives effectively.
Tutor
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, New York
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported peers in Forensic Psychology, Psychology, and Criminal Justice programs with homework, concept clarification, and paper composition.
Private Nanny
Jessica Faraone
Marlboro, New York
07.2018 - 01.2024
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Planned engaging activities for child development and learning.
- Assisted with homework and educational projects regularly.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding daily activities.
Intern, Board of Parole Executive Staff
DOCCS
Albany, New York
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated formation, distribution, and collection of documents to optimize executive staff workload.
- Leveraged Microsoft products and Adobe Acrobat for efficient document handling.
- Communicated extensively with correctional facilities and DOCCS units representing the boards' interests.
- Coordinated correspondence with incarcerated individuals to ensure clarity in documentation requirements.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York (City), NY12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, New York, NY05-2024
Skills
- Case analysis
- Child development
- Team supervision
- Effective communication
- Document management
- Community engagement
Certification
ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED, AMERICAN RED CROSS — 2024
Publications
VONDRAS, M.R. (2024). CHILDHOOD FOOD SECURITY AND DISORDERED EASTING BEHAVIORS LATER IN LIFE. THE JOURNAL OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH 2023-2024, VOLUME X & XI, 5, 62-71.
Timeline
Senior Family Center Worker
The Osborne Association
07.2024 - Current
Intern, Board of Parole Executive Staff
DOCCS
09.2023 - 12.2023
Case Lead
Russel Sage College
08.2023 - 01.2025
Tutor
The College of Saint Rose
08.2023 - 05.2024
Private Nanny
Jessica Faraone
07.2018 - 01.2024
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
The College of Saint Rose