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Sasha Kim

Midlothian,TX

Summary

Dedicated Police Peer Support Coordinator with 8 years of law enforcement experience. Providing crucial support and fostering resilience among officers. Seeking to transition into counseling as a dedicated and motivated student under supervision. Committed to expanding the skills and knowledge needed in providing effective counseling services while under professional guidance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for supporting others in their personal and professional development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Trauma Therapist

The Brave Fight, LLC
10.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based trauma therapy techniques.
  • Supported clients in processing traumatic memories using EMDR techniques, promoting healthier emotional responses and reduced distress levels.
  • Maintained detailed case notes for effective documentation, enabling review of progress and adjustments to treatment strategies as needed.
  • Provide trauma-informed therapy to First Responders coping with occupational and daily life stressors.

Peer Support Coordinator- Senior Corporal

Dallas Police Department
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as mental health professionals, employee assistance programs, and community organizations, to provide comprehensive support services to officers.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise a team of peer support providers within the police department.
  • Serve as a point of contact for officers seeking peer support services and ensure the availability of support resources.
  • Respond to critical incidents and provide immediate support to officers who have experienced traumatic events.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of peer support interactions, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of the peer support program and identify areas for improvement.

Counselor Intern

The Brave Fight, LLC
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced client outcomes by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions.
  • Regularly participated in clinical supervision sessions to enhance professional skills and ensure quality of care for clients.
  • Led psychoeducational workshops on topics such as stress management, self-care, and healthy relationships to empower clients with valuable information.

Youth/Missing Persons Detective- Senior Corporal

Dallas Police Department
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted with Critical Missing Persons investigations by writing search warrants.
  • Provided guidance to Patrol officers regarding field investigations involving youth.
  • Gathered critical information from reporting persons and Complainants leading to closing out of multiple of missing persons cases.
  • Conducted follow ups on multiple cold cases gathering pertinent information furthering the investigation.
  • Approved offense reports and assisted in the processing of youth prisoners.

Vice Uniform Squad- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Participated in multi-agency human trafficking operations.
  • Conducted field interviews and case follow-ups providing crucial information for Detectives to build probable cause.
  • Provided support in warrant executions for vice related offenses.
  • Conducted enforcement actions in target locations leading to prevention of prostitution related offenses.
  • Assisted with investigations through undercover intelligence operations leading to multiple Vice warrants and arrests.
  • Connected victims and vulnerable populations with partnering resources.

Patrol Officer- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
12.2015 - 08.2020
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Enforced the law while ensuring the safety of the community.
  • Testified at court hearings when required.
  • Processed incident reports with accurate detail and factual information.

Street Racing Taskforce Officer- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Collaborated with other agencies on multiple occasions to enforce street racing crimes.
  • Supported numerous multi-agency operations leading to multiple street racing related arrests.
  • Conducted open-sourced intelligence gathering to identify key leaders in illegal street racing criminal organizations.
  • Successfully worked with team members consequently shutting down the largest illegal street racing organization within the Southeast Patrol division.

Substitute Teacher

Irving Independent School District
08.2014 - 03.2015
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
  • Kept students on task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Masters of Education - Counseling And Development, Marriage

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
08.2024

Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology and Criminal Justice

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
2014

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication Skills
  • Crisis Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Community Engagement
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Employee Support
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Case documentation
  • Relationship building
  • Clinical documentation
  • Active listening
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Emotional regulation techniques

License and Certification

  • Texas Peace Officer License, Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), #437241
  • Licensed Professional Counselor Associate- Texas, License #96670, Expires 09/2029
  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Training



Timeline

Trauma Therapist

The Brave Fight, LLC
10.2024 - Current

Counselor Intern

The Brave Fight, LLC
08.2023 - 08.2024

Peer Support Coordinator- Senior Corporal

Dallas Police Department
05.2023 - Current

Youth/Missing Persons Detective- Senior Corporal

Dallas Police Department
07.2022 - 01.2023

Vice Uniform Squad- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
08.2020 - 06.2022

Street Racing Taskforce Officer- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
02.2020 - 08.2020

Patrol Officer- Police Officer

Dallas Police Department
12.2015 - 08.2020

Substitute Teacher

Irving Independent School District
08.2014 - 03.2015

Masters of Education - Counseling And Development, Marriage

Lamar University

Bachelor’s of Science - Psychology and Criminal Justice

Lamar University

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