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
Stillwater, MN
11.2015 - 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
Chaska, MN
08.2014 - 08.2015
- 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, MN05.2013
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
11.2015 - Current
Reentry Project Specialist
AmeriCorps VISTA
08.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Women's Studies
University of Minnesota - Duluth