Nolaida Sanders
Bronx
Summary
Experienced Probation Officer with a strong background in strategic planning and community engagement at Westchester County Department of Probation. Successfully trained new staff and facilitated connections for youth to essential resources, significantly improving their progress and well-being. Bilingual in Spanish, dedicated to providing effective, results-oriented support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation Officer-Bureau of Family Justice
Westchester County Department of Probation
Yonkers
05.2025 - Current
- Conduct investigations into the backgrounds of youth and their families.
- Refer youth to appropriate community resources, in compliance with court orders.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of the youth's activities and progress.
- Coordinate with law enforcement, social services, and other agencies to provide support to youth.
- Administer drug tests, and arrange for additional treatment when necessary.
- Train new probation officers on department policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Meet with all assigned youth weekly, and conduct monthly home visits.
- Work closely with County Attorneys and testify in Court when necessary.
Senior Social Caseworker
Westchester County Department of Social Services
03.2016 - Current
- Supply case planning for families.
- Conduct safety assessments and field visits.
- Provide court advocacy and testimony for families serviced.
- Liaise with community service providers on behalf of clients.
- Facilitate treatment meetings and create case notes.
- Oversee group training.
- Connect families to community resources.
Behavioral Health Intake Specialist
Aviles Counseling Services
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Performed intake assessment of mental health and substance abuse conditions.
- Obtained demographic and clinical information of client’s relevant history.
- Provided supportive services to individuals during treatment as directed by behavioral health providers.
- Maintained current documentation and records of intake services.
Bilingual Outreach & Engagement Specialist (NY State Health Home program)
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided community outreach and engagement to potential clients.
- Conducted face to face comprehensive assessments.
- Developed comprehensive care plans to address medical, social, and behavioral health needs.
- Identified and connect clients to community resources.
- Supplied ongoing supports to enhance the overall health and safety of the member Public Health Solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College [CUNY]
Bronx, NY09.2012
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Strategic planning
- Adept communicator
- Community Engagement
- Results Driven
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- Instructor Development Course- General Topics
- Adult Mental Health First Aid
- YASI Collaborative Case Work Coach
Timeline
Probation Officer-Bureau of Family Justice
Westchester County Department of Probation
05.2025 - Current
Senior Social Caseworker
Westchester County Department of Social Services
03.2016 - Current
Behavioral Health Intake Specialist
Aviles Counseling Services
09.2015 - 03.2016
Bilingual Outreach & Engagement Specialist (NY State Health Home program)
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)
04.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College [CUNY]
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