Michael Howell

Parole Officer

Adult Parole Authority

04.1998 - Current

Enhance public safety by effectively supervising clients and monitoring their activities and compliance with their Conditions of Supervision and any Parole Board Conditions.
Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with law enforcement agencies and other community partners in an effort to significantly decrease the recidivism rates.
Improve overall agency effectiveness by participating in regular training programs focused on evidence-based practices.
Conduct thorough pre-release investigations(placements), ensuring seamless transition from incarceration to community reintegration.
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques(including active listening) when engaging with clients, eliciting genuine commitment towards personal growth and change.
Coordinate multi-agency meetings for complex cases involving mental health or substance abuse issues, ensuring a comprehensive approach to client support.
Facilitate cognitive-behavioral therapy groups(Decision Points) for offenders, promoting positive behavioral change and reducing the risk of future offenses.
Complete ORAS assessments and comprehensive case plans for clients that best address the needs and result in improved rehabilitation outcomes
Conduct regular field visits/home visits to verify compliance with conditions of supervision and laws.
Conduct arrests, searches, and seizures when necessary including gathering, documenting, and storing any obtained evidence and/or contraband. Complete transport of clients when needed.
Remain proficient and compliant with all required trainings including but not limited to; Firearms, Defensive Tactics, OC Spray, Field Tactics, Mental Health, and Medical Safety and Procedeures(ie: CPR and admission of Narcan)
Schedule and conduct Violation Hearings including writing the violation report, securing subpoenas for all witnesses, uploading all pertinent evidence, interviewing witnesses and victims, and submitting recommendations to the Parole Board.
Conduct drug testing and collection of DNA when needed.
Submit and maintain detailed notes and updates on a daily basis to ensure effective supervision of clients.
Train and mentor new officers on the most effective(and safe) way to do the job and conduct themselves in a professional and positive way.
Monitor Arson offenders and insure their compliance with Arson registration requirements.
Conduct Record Checks for Violators at Large to assist with their apprehension and to increase public safety.
Exhibit patience, empathy, and consideration towards victims as well as the family of clients and the clients themselves.
Utilize computers(and their programs), cell phones(and their apps), and other electronic devices on a daily basis to effectively and successfully complete all assigned tasks.