Nakayla Gordon
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Experienced Correctional Probation Professional skilled in community supervision, legal support, and behavioral health. Ensures compliance through field visits and case reviews while preparing violation reports. Collaborates with courts, law enforcement, and treatment providers to enhance rehabilitation efforts and public safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Probation Senior Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised probationers under Florida Department of Corrections community supervision standards.
- Monitored probationer's progress through regular case reviews, interviews and drug testing.
- Conducted periodic field visits to probationers in order to assess compliance with court orders and regulations.
- Investigated probation violations and prepared thorough violation reports to support enforcement of probation terms.
- Provided guidance, mentoring and support to probationers in order to help them make positive changes in their lives.
- Collaborated with offenders with offenders to fully participate in rehabilitation planning.
- Coordinated outreach programs to educate the public on crime prevention strategies and available resources for offenders, increasing community awareness.
- Served as liaison between department and criminal justice entities, enhancing communication and collaboration.
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised probationers under the Florida Department of Corrections community supervision.
- Identified possible violations and prepared detailed reports for court review to support legal proceedings.
- Reviewed offender risk needs and supervision conditions.
- Completed home, workplace, and field visits to monitor compliance.
- Developed individualized supervision plans rooted in risk assessments and court mandates to enhance compliance.
- Assessed offender needs for housing, job placement, mental health counseling, and substance abuse treatment.
- Guided probationers in strategies to prevent future criminal involvement, promoting successful reintegration.
- Worked with law enforcement, courts, and treatment providers on case follow-up.
- Took part in court proceedings for sentencing recommendations and violation hearings.
Legal Assistant
Law Offices Of Kanner & Pintaluga
Boca Raton, FL
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with courts, clients, law enforcement, and attorneys to facilitate effective communication and case management.
- Managed appointment scheduling for the office, ensuring all deadlines were met. and made notes for deadlines, motions and other important dates.
- Coordinated and arranged appointments for clients and attorneys in the law firm., court appearances and depositions for a busy law firm.
Court Specialist III
Broward Clerk of Courts
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Issued notices, summonses, modifications, and subpoenas for deposition and trial.
- Reviewed legal documents filed with courts for compliance with laws and court procedures.
- Communicated with legal community and partner agencies via oral and written correspondence to ensure clarity and compliance.
- Operated computer terminal, logged documents, and verified information for accurate case file management.
- Supported customer contact through direct interactions and follow-up communication to enhance service quality.
Behavioral Technician
Assurance of Hope Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Conducted functional behavior assessments and analyses to identify target behaviors and their purposes, informing individualized treatment plans.
- Observed and monitored client behaviors and responses to treatment, documenting changes to inform ongoing therapeutic strategies.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Managed a caseload of patients with diverse needs and treatment plans. of fifteen patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
Education
Bachelor of Public Safety Administration -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton12-2022
Associate's of Science - Criminal Justice
Broward College
Davie12-2019
Master of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL09-2026
Skills
- Case management
- Legal research
- Criminal justice
- Court procedures
- Records management
- Docket management
- Report writing
- Offender supervision
- Rehabilitation programs
- Presentence evaluations
- Substance screening
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational interviewing
- Risk assessment
- Community engagement
- Adult probation
- Corrections expertise
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation skills
- Courtroom testimony
- Investigative techniques
- Research skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Excel
- Safety protocols
- Interstate compact knowledge
- Cognitive training
- Motivational support
- File review
- Adult probation
- Investigative techniques
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- FCIC/NCIC Limited Access Certification
- State Officer Certification Examination
- Firearm License Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Hobby/Interest
I volunteer in my community as a leader for the youth. I also enjoy reading about social issues and attending lectures and conferences related to Criminal Justice or Public Safety.
Timeline
Correctional Probation Senior Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
04.2025 - Current
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
04.2023 - 04.2025
Legal Assistant
Law Offices Of Kanner & Pintaluga
10.2021 - 04.2023
Court Specialist III
Broward Clerk of Courts
02.2018 - 10.2019
Behavioral Technician
Assurance of Hope Inc
06.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Public Safety Administration -
Florida Atlantic University
Associate's of Science - Criminal Justice
Broward College
Master of Science - Criminology
Florida State University