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Rachelle Sullivan

Chester,VA

Summary

Enthusiastic customer service professional with expertise in communication, negotiating, and efficient report writing. Driven to provide superior quality customer service. Innovative in leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services as well as creating solutions for customers to drive loyalty, retention and revenue. Highly adept at training, managing, coaching and mentoring consumers with talent for interacting with staff at all levels of organization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Adult Beverage Consultant

Kroger Co, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
  • Optimizing staffing levels during peak hours to ensure prompt service while minimizing labor costs.
  • Organizing successful tasting events that showcased new products while providing an engaging educational element for attendees.
  • Developing innovative cocktail menus, elevating the establishment''s reputation within the industry.
  • Assisting management team in setting annual budgets based on historical performance data and future projections.

Caregiving

01.2022 - 03.2023
In January 2022, my mother underwent a surgical procedure which resulted in a host of medical crises. She remained in the hospital for six months. I elected to pause employment to be a caregiver to both she and my father; as she is now permanently disabled and requires around-the-clock care.

Drug Court Probation Officer

Chesterfield County
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated group sessions for drug court participants, fostering a supportive environment for recovery and personal growth.
  • Addressed barriers to success by connecting offenders with appropriate support services such as housing assistance or employment resources.
  • Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on risk level and urgency while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Maintained detailed case records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information was available for all stakeholders.
  • Reduced recidivism rates by providing comprehensive supervision focused on individualized goals and targeted interventions.
  • Worked closely with law enforcement partners to share information and coordinate efforts related to high-risk offenders.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings when necessary, representing the best interests of both offenders and the community.
  • Facilitated successful transitions for drug court participants by coordinating with community partners and re-entry resources.
  • Met with supervisors, public officials, attorneys, judges and law enforcement to develop innovative sentencing options and alternatives for drug offenses.
  • Collaborated with treatment providers to ensure effective communication and seamless delivery of services for offenders.
  • Built positive working relationships with offenders to achieve program goals.
  • Contributed to ongoing program evaluation efforts, using data-driven insights to inform continuous improvement of the drug court model.
  • Evaluated offender progress regularly, making adjustments to probation plans as needed to maximize success rates.
  • Advised and supervised offenders as ordered by court to enforce compliance with court directives.
  • Served as a liaison between drug court participants, the judiciary, treatment providers, and other key stakeholders in the criminal justice system.
  • Developed strong working relationships with community resources, increasing access to essential services for probationers.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in substance abuse treatment and criminal justice reform.
  • Developed case reports detailing inmate history and likelihood of committing another crime.
  • Conducted pre-sentence investigations by doing in-depth research and compiling police reports.
  • Monitored compliance with court-ordered conditions, addressing violations swiftly and appropriately to maintain public safety.

First Offender Program Coordinator

Chesterfield County
08.2007 - 07.2018
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
  • Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to program participants through prompt response times and attentive assistance with inquiries or concerns.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
  • Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
  • Developed marketing materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
  • Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Implemented evaluation tools to measure program effectiveness, utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
  • Monitored performance metrics closely to evaluate areas requiring intervention or adjustment, making data-informed decisions that contributed positively towards overall results.
  • Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed.

Probation Officer

Department Of Juvenile Justice
04.2004 - 08.2007
  • Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
  • Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
  • Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
  • Increased efficiency in caseload management through the use of advanced technology tools such as electronic monitoring devices and case management software systems.
  • Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
  • Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.
  • Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
  • Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring probationers'' adherence to conditions of release.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of community corrections.
  • Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home, and employment visits.
  • Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
  • Screened offender referrals and completed intake interviews and paperwork.
  • Upheld legal standards by maintaining current knowledge on laws, policies, procedures related to probationary practices.
  • Improved community safety through proactive risk assessment and management of high-risk offenders.
  • Conducted thorough pre-sentence investigations and prepared detailed reports for the courts, aiding informed decisionmaking.
  • Collaborated with treatment providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for probationers, resulting in improved outcomes.
  • Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
  • Coordinated community and job placement resources.
  • Developed effective communication skills while interacting with diverse populations including offenders, their families, court personnel, and community partners.
  • Served as a liaison between the courts, social service agencies, victims, witnesses, families of offenders and community organizations to streamline the probation process.
  • Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
  • Provided court testimony to support court decisions.
  • Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12.1995

Associate of Science - Sociology

Richard Bland College
Petersburg, VA
05.1993

Skills

  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Able to work in a fast paced environment
  • Passionate and empathetic
  • Strong computer skills
  • Superlative report writing

Additional Information

I embody excellent customer service skills. I am an advocate for consumers by proactively providing accurate and timely information to ensure consumer knowledge. In addition, I am organized and able to work and engage in a fast paced environment across multiple facets, ensuring policy provisions, internal guidelines and compliance requirements are being met. Personal qualities include integrity, character and honesty. In addition, I am proficient at utilizing critical thinking and problem solving skills and ensuring positive and rewarding relationships with clients. I am able to collaborate among various utilization teams and provide excellent communication skills. I search to seek solutions, rather than to simply identify problems and partner with teams to achieve common goals. Lastly, I am extremely proficient at providing superior written reports that are clear, concise and proficiently written. I am a energetic and thrive in a team environment!

Timeline

Adult Beverage Consultant

Kroger Co, Inc.
03.2023 - Current

Caregiving

01.2022 - 03.2023

Drug Court Probation Officer

Chesterfield County
08.2018 - 07.2021

First Offender Program Coordinator

Chesterfield County
08.2007 - 07.2018

Probation Officer

Department Of Juvenile Justice
04.2004 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice

Virginia Commonwealth University

Associate of Science - Sociology

Richard Bland College
Rachelle Sullivan