Stephanie Burchett
Springfield,MO
Summary
Experienced criminal justice professional seeking a role as a paralegal. Currently enrolled in a paralegal certification program.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation and Parole Officer
Division of Probation and Parole-State of Missouri
12.2006 - Current
- Testified in court proceedings as a witness regarding violation reports submitted for court's consideration.
- Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and representing the Division of Probation and Parole.
- Reported violations of conditions of supervision to appropriate entities.
- Managed mental health and domestic violence cases focusing on minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring clients activities and compliance with orders of supervision.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend violators prioritizing community safety.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques when engaging with clients.
- Maintained accurate records of interactions with client and providers.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, prosecuting attorneys, social services, substance abuse, and mental health providers.
- Referred clients to local resources that focused on their individual needs, both immediate and long term.
- Enhanced public safety by supervising clients through the use of the Electronic Monitoring Program.
Social Service Worker II
Children's Division-State of Missouri
12.2000 - 12.2006
- Investigated the safety of high risk children found in either abusive or neglectful situations.
- Assessed solutions while working under high stress.
- Collaborated with supporting teams members that included juvenile office, law enforcement, attorneys, mental health professionals, representatives from schools and hospitals.
- Testified in both criminal and family court.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency, and complexity.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address complex cases of child abuse.
- Compiled and maintained timely records for each family as directed by state policy and procedure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MOAssociate of Science - Law Enforcement
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO07.1996
Skills
- Risk and needs assessments
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Motivational Interviewing
- Courtroom Testimony
Timeline
Probation and Parole Officer
Division of Probation and Parole-State of Missouri
12.2006 - Current
Social Service Worker II
Children's Division-State of Missouri
12.2000 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Missouri Southern State University
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Missouri Southern State University
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