Michael Parker
Thomasville,GA
Summary
Diligent with background in probation services. Possesses valuable experience in case management and offender rehabilitation, consistently fostering positive behavioral changes. Demonstrated effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
Highly-motivated with over 35 years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and weapons training. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation Officer
Georgia Department of Community Supervision
09.2010 - Current
- Supervise a caseload of 45 probationers with some type of substance abuse history.
- Documenting case files.
- Enforcing all Orders handed down by the Courts.
- Issuing warrants and assisting surveillance officer with field visits.
- Attend Court for revocations and special hearings.
- Conduct drug test weekly as mandated.
- Other duties include facilitating Motivation for Change, Behavior Stabilization, Relapse Prevention, and Moral Reconation Therapy groups on occasions.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Thomasville Day Reporting Center
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Managed a caseload of 30 plus Probationers with substance abuse problems.
- Provide rehabilitation counseling services, referral services, and resident evaluations.
- Conduct interviews to identify problems, assess mental and educational status to select applicable programs.
- Other duties include facilitating Motivation for Change, Behavior Stabilization, Relapse Prevention, and Moral Reconation Therapy groups.
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Valdosta Transitional Center
06.2008 - 09.2009
- Manage a caseload of 50 residents.
- Documenting case files.
- Provide rehabilitation counseling services, referral services, and resident evaluations.
- Conduct interviews to identify problems, assess mental and educational status to select applicable programs.
- Other duties include facilitating Motivation for Change group.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Thomasville Diversion Center
07.1995 - 06.2008
- Currently manage a caseload of 26 residents.
- Duties include providing supportive counseling to the residents, referring them to the Health Department for initial screening, document case files, and assisting the residents in finding employment.
- Other duties include facilitating the 'Motivation for Change Group', backup EAP Coordinator, Hostage Negotiator, and on rotation, serve as duty officer providing crisis management after hours.
Patrol Officer
Pelham Police Department/Part-time
01.1993 - 04.1995
- Duties are to serve and protect the public, patrol, investigate crimes, and enforcement of state laws and local ordinances.
- Other duties are to investigate traffic accidents, respond and create safe scenes for emergency vehicles.
- Also on occasion, served as shift supervisor.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Autry State Prison
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Duties were to protect the public, staff, and other inmates from harm.
- Prevent escape and maintain security within the institution.
- Also assisted supervisors with various types of paperwork, i.e. count sheets, disciplinary reports, and property inventory.
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Men State Prison
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Duties were to protect the public, staff, and other inmates from harm.
- Prevent escape and maintain security within the institution.
- Also assisted supervisors with various types of paperwork, i.e. count sheets, disciplinary reports, and property inventory.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA04-1991
Skills
- Documentation
- Case planning
- Offender supervision
- Home inspections
- Report writing
- Investigations
- Risk and needs assessments
- Case management
- Substance abuse
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Weapons training
- Adult probation
- Testing procedures
Accomplishments
- Awarded “Employee of the Quarter” ([4th Quarter, 2005).
- Awarded “Employee of the Quarter” (2nd Quarter, 2007).
Certification
* Completed 240 hours mandated requirements at the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Regional Police Academy ,as a Certified Police Officer, October 1991
* Completed mandated requirements at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center as a Basic Correctional Officer, 1992
* Completed 40 hours course of study at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center as a Hostage Negotiator, 1998
* Completed mandated requirements at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center as a Basic Probation Officer, 2010
* Completed training at Mercer University as a Certified Addiction Counselor, 2015
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Probation Officer
Georgia Department of Community Supervision
09.2010 - Current
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Thomasville Day Reporting Center
09.2009 - 09.2010
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Valdosta Transitional Center
06.2008 - 09.2009
Counselor
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Thomasville Diversion Center
07.1995 - 06.2008
Patrol Officer
Pelham Police Department/Part-time
01.1993 - 04.1995
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Autry State Prison
01.1993 - 01.1995
Correctional Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections/ Men State Prison
01.1992 - 01.1993
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Valdosta State University
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