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Ruben Urista

Cibolo,TX

Summary

Proven Juvenile Probation Officer with a track record of success at Bexar County Juvenile Probation, adept in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. Skilled in conducting risk assessments and leveraging detailed report writing to enhance safety. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and a strong ability to manage large caseloads effectively.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Juvenile Probation Officer

Bexar County Juvenile Probation
04.2014 - Current
  • Child welfare organizations and district attorneys to resolve cases and protect juvenile individuals.
  • Investigated juveniles' activities, school attendance and employment.
  • Visited homes of youth offenders and resolved family issues.
  • Partnered with targeted support organizations, programs and community resources as alternatives to juvenile detention.

Residential Treatment Officer II Delta Unit

Bexar County
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
  • Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX
05.2014

Skills

I have experience in writing detailed reports regarding incidents that have occurred in a juvenile correction center These incidents include suicide attempts, assaults on peers and staff, as well as minor disturbances I work well under pressure and respond to incidents rather than react to them In my short time with Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department I have applied my training and coping skills to be able to talk to residents in order to gain their trust and to deescalate incidents, in order to enhance the safety and secured for my fellow officers and residents I am very detailed oriented and highly structured I posses excellent communication skills in both verbal and written and I am a team player I take direction well, I am also a fast learner, and I am willing to take charge in a stressful situation

-Substance Abuse Knowledge

-Large caseload management

-De-Escalation Techniques

  • Mental health awareness
  • Case study experience
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Risk and needs assessments

-Social Media Monitoring

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Juvenile Probation Officer

Bexar County Juvenile Probation
04.2014 - Current

Residential Treatment Officer II Delta Unit

Bexar County
04.2014 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

University of The Incarnate Word
Ruben Urista