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Patricia A. Isham

Watertown,NY

Summary

Responsible retired Probation Officer of 30 years in criminal justice and law enforcement. Safety oriented, fair and professional when dealing with problem situations. Analytical and methodical with meticulous attention for detail. Excel at all administrative aspects.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Probation Officer

Jefferson County Probation
Watertown , NY
10.1989 - 03.2019
  • Supervised juvenile and adult probationers to ensure compliance with court ordered conditions.
  • Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
  • Handled over 50 full-cycle caseloads per month.
  • Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
  • Counseled probationers on day-to-day life decisions.
  • Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.

Volunteer

Hospice Of Jefferson County
Watertown , NY
12.2012 - 06.2014
  • Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to Hospice visitors.
  • Visited with Hospice residents.

Literacy Coach

Literacy Volunteers
Watertown, NY
10.2002 - 10.2003
  • Volunteered teaching adults to read.

Caseworker

Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
Watertown, NY
12.1988 - 10.1989
  • Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
  • Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines and recommendations.
  • Created treatment or service plan meeting each client's individualized needs.
  • Followed strict policies and procedures to maintain client confidentiality and keep data private.
  • Liaised between individuals, families and service providers to best manage treatment services.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice

SUNY At Brockport
Brockport,
08.1986

Skills

  • Field Supervision
  • State and Federal legal knowledge
  • Mental health disorders knowledge
  • Firearm Basic Training
  • Case planning
  • Problem Solving
  • Court report documentation
  • Research/due diligence
  • Client Documentation
  • Motivational

Timeline

Volunteer

Hospice Of Jefferson County
12.2012 - 06.2014

Literacy Coach

Literacy Volunteers
10.2002 - 10.2003

Probation Officer

Jefferson County Probation
10.1989 - 03.2019

Caseworker

Jefferson Rehabilitation Center
12.1988 - 10.1989

Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice

SUNY At Brockport
Patricia A. Isham