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Tanya-Jean Gennusa

Miami,Florida

Summary

Dedicated employee seeking a full-time position in the legal field. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Victim Advocate II

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
Miami, Florida
06.2018 - Current
  • Immediate response to all human trafficking inquiries that come to office
  • Work closely with Department of Children and Families Investigators
  • Conduct Human Trafficking trainings for Law Enforcement, Schools and Community NGO’s
  • Assist Task Force with Human trafficking Special Operations (2019 Super Bowl/ 2022 Grand Prix Formula One)
  • Answer human trafficking hot line calls 24 hours
  • Case Management and Statistical organization for Grant Funded Programs
  • Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare, and social services.
  • Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims' to provide aftercare services.
  • Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.
  • Liaised with members of justice system on behalf of client.
  • Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
  • Collected statistical data and updated documentation to maintain client records.
  • Spearheaded awareness through public speaking to community and business groups.
  • Secured housing, medical care and employment for clients by collaborating with various community agencies.

Victim Specialist (Domestic Assistance)

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
Miami , Florida
11.2017 - 06.2018

• Developed relationships with victims to assist with Relocation assistance, counseling referrals, legal Aid, injunction for protection, pre-file conferences.

• Assist Paralegals and Assistant State Attorneys with pre-investigative information.

• Utilizing the Attorney General’s Crime Victims Compensation Program

  • Maintained statistical information for VOCA Grant
  • Constant contact and immediate response to Domestic Violence cases
  • Attend court hearings and provide criminal justice procedures
  • Assist with Pre-File Conferences
  • Worked with over 100 victims

Victim Witness Counselor II / Phone Paralegal

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
Miami , Florida
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Take victim and officers statements based on crime occurred
  • Complete medical release forms
  • Research to locate victims through DAVID, ACCURINT requests and ZABA Search
  • Maintain monthly spreadsheet of victim statistics.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources
  • Inform victims of criminal justice procedures and trial information

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Florida International University
Miami, Florida
04.2008

Immigration Law Certification - Law

FIU Legal Studies Institute
Miami, FL
2010

Skills

  • Crisis Situations
  • Statistical Data
  • Caseload Management
  • Court Hearings
  • Community Partnerships
  • Criminal Justice System Knowledge
  • Team Meetings
  • Training Courses
  • Trial Proceedings
  • Community Integration
  • Law Enforcement Assistance

Accomplishments

  • Employee of The Month Special Recognition
  • Special Recognition for 2022 Formula One Human Trafficking Task Force
  • Conducted specialized trainings for law enforement, public and private schools, as well as community partnerships

Certification

  • Victim Practitioners Designation
  • Paralegal Certificate

Additional Information

I have dedicated my professioanl career to assiting and meeting the needs of our community members by maintaining relationships with non-profit organizations, community partenrs, law enforcement agencies on all levels, as well as private law firms. I take pride in my community invovlement and am proud to work in the legal field.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Special Victim Advocate II

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
06.2018 - Current

Victim Specialist (Domestic Assistance)

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
11.2017 - 06.2018

Victim Witness Counselor II / Phone Paralegal

Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
01.2017 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Florida International University

Immigration Law Certification - Law

FIU Legal Studies Institute
  • Victim Practitioners Designation
  • Paralegal Certificate
Tanya-Jean Gennusa