Sherry Farrell
Shorewood,Illinois
Summary
Juvenile probation officer with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice, specializing in analytical problem solving and effective communication. Proven ability to adapt to new challenges while maintaining a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates success in mastering new skills and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Probation Officer
Will County Court Services
Joliet, Illinois
04.2001 - Current
- Processes police reports and makes recommendations to the State's Attorney's office regarding outcomes.
- Maintains a diversion caseload.
- Develops and implements individualized case plans for juvenile offenders.
- Works with victims to collect restitution.
- Collaborates with community partners to provide services to juvenile offenders.
- Attends hearings in juvenile court on behalf of the department.
- Works with police departments and schools to provide training.
- Trains new probation officers on department policies and procedures.
- Administers regular drug and alcohol tests, and completes DNA indexing for felony offenders.
- Participates in training programs to stay abreast of developments in the field.
- Prior union steward.
Probation Officer
Lake County Court Services
Vernon Hills, Illinois
09.1994 - 02.2001
- Worked in a secure setting.
- Made custody decisions.
- Wrote court reports
- Worked directly with the State's Attorney's Office
- Processed all police reports
- Supervised a diversion case load.
- Transported juveniles to court.
- Wrote social investigation reports
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05-1994
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solver
- Creativity
- Active Listener
- Critical Thinker
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Writing
- Teamwork
- Organized
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Officer
Will County Court Services
04.2001 - Current
Probation Officer
Lake County Court Services
09.1994 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Administration
Western Illinois University
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