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Milza Ruiz

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Highly-motivated correctional officer with 14 years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and weapons training. Seasoned professional with exceptional communication, organization and interpersonal skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Parole Officer

New York State Department Of Corrections
New York , New York
2007.07 - 2021.05
  • Developed case reports detailing inmate history and likelihood of committing another crime.
  • Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with New York division of parole mandates
  • Collaborated with various institutional staff such as local law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys and treatment providers.
  • Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
  • Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole.
  • Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.

Program Supervisor

Dominican Women Development Center
New York , New York
2007.02 - 2007.07
  • Assisted program director in supervision of program activities
  • Coached team members on policy updates and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Orchestrated efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across all departments.
  • Organized and managed program development.
  • Administered and tracked budget expenses.

Case Planner

Alianza Dominicana
New York , New York
2002.01 - 2007.07
  • Evaluated child's adjustment in foster home and monitored educational and behavioral performance at home and in school.
  • Located resources and made referrals to provide aid to family and children.
  • Made court appearances and gave testimonies to prevent disruption and/or foster care placement.
  • Monitored foster parents to ensure ability meet needs of child place in their care.
  • Organized activities for birth parents and in-home support counselors.
  • Introduced students to concepts in algebra and reading to encourage recall of educational content.

Administrative Specialist

Untied States Army Reserve
Fort Lee , NJ
2001.01 - 2007.02

Preformed administrative and clerical duties

Education

Associate of Arts - Counseling/education

Manhattan College
The Bronx, NY
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

City College of New York of The City University of New York, The
New York, NY
06.2001

Skills

  • Criminal law
  • Court procedures
  • Interviews
  • Substance abuse
  • Work release
  • Group therapy
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • DOP protocols
  • Security clearance

Timeline

Parole Officer

New York State Department Of Corrections
2007.07 - 2021.05

Program Supervisor

Dominican Women Development Center
2007.02 - 2007.07

Case Planner

Alianza Dominicana
2002.01 - 2007.07

Administrative Specialist

Untied States Army Reserve
2001.01 - 2007.02

Associate of Arts - Counseling/education

Manhattan College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

City College of New York of The City University of New York, The
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