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Olivia Wilkins

Columbia Heights,Minnesota

Summary

Accomplished Probation Officer with a track record of enhancing community safety through the proficient implementation of evidence-based practices and motivational interviewing. Skilled in risk assessments and Pre-Sentence Investigation procedures, demonstrated at Washington County Community Corrections. Expert in court procedures, report writing and recommendations to ensure legal compliance and client progress.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Probation Officer

Washington County Community Corrections
2015.11 - Current
  • Provide pre-trial supervision for adult clients with partial specialized focus on Domestic Violence clients.
  • Proficiently interview clients and draft Pre-Sentence Investigation reports including appropriate sentencing recommendations to enhance community safety while addressing client's unique needs.
  • Determine appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of community corrections.
  • Uphold legal standards by maintaining current knowledge on laws, policies, procedures related to probationary practices.
  • Facilitate positive behavior change by delivering evidence-based intervention programs to clients.

Reentry Project Specialist

AmeriCorps VISTA
2014.08 - 2015.08
  • Developed and implemented programming in Workforce Center to better assist clients with criminal histories find employment.
  • Created assessment to identify client barriers to employment.
  • Case planned with clients surrounding employment and employment goals.
  • Cultivated relationships with local employers to increase job opportunities with criminal histories.
  • Coordinated with community partners to develop job retention strategies for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Women's Studies

University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN
05.2013

Skills

  • Excellent Verbal and written communication
  • Proficient in Motivational Interviewing
  • Thorough understanding of Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines
  • Implementation of services utilizing Evidence Based Practices
  • Client supervision
  • Case Management
  • Court Procedures
  • Report Writing
  • Risk and needs assessments
  • Investigations

Timeline

Probation Officer

Washington County Community Corrections
2015.11 - Current

Reentry Project Specialist

AmeriCorps VISTA
2014.08 - 2015.08

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Women's Studies

University of Minnesota - Duluth
Olivia Wilkins