Sherry Anderson
Chino Valley,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Senior Adult Probation Officer with over nine years of progressive experience in community corrections, specializing in case management, risk assessment, and rehabilitation planning. Expertise in implementing evidence-based practices and fostering collaboration with court systems to enhance public safety and support successful rehabilitation. Recognized for exceptional leadership and communication skills, consistently driving team collaboration to achieve positive outcomes. A proven track record of adaptability and reliability underscores a steadfast commitment to promoting public safety and effective community supervision.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Specialist
Department of Child Safety
- Conducted investigations and case management for child welfare cases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure child safety and family stability.
- Managed crisis situations and maintained detailed documentation.
Adult Probation Officer
Yavapai County Adult Probation
08.2016 - Current
- Supervise diverse felony probation caseloads using evidence-based supervision strategies.
- Mentor and train new probation officers and assist with onboarding support.
- Facilitate Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) groups.
- Collaborate with judges, attorneys, treatment providers, and community partners.
- Conduct risk assessments, case planning, and compliance monitoring.
- Provide caseload coverage and assist with departmental initiatives and committees.
- Conducted regular assessments of probationers to monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Developed individualized case plans in collaboration with clients to support rehabilitation efforts.
- Prepared detailed reports for court hearings regarding probationer progress and violations.
- Mentored junior officers in case management techniques and best practices for client engagement.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2015
Skills
- Staff mentorship and coaching
- Courtroom operations and collaboration
- Evidence-based supervision practices
- Crisis intervention and conflict resolution
- Organizational leadership
- Policy compliance and ethical decision-making
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Adult Probation Officer
Yavapai County Adult Probation
08.2016 - Current
Case Specialist
Department of Child Safety
Bachelor's Degree - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University