Teresa Espinoza
Madera,CA
Summary
Senior Deputy Probation Officer with extensive experience spanning over 22 years, skilled in managing offender cases and conducting motivational interviews. Strong Lead Officer with effective communication skills to assist officers in learning their roles and department procedures and policy. Dedicated to promoting positive outcomes for probationers. Professional with solid foundation in law enforcement and community supervision, prepared to excel in roles requiring oversight and support for individuals on probation. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and effective case management. Adaptable to changing requirements and highly dependable.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Deputy Probation Officer
Madera County Probation
02.2008 - Current
- Tasked with training new officers to provide knowledge and direction.
- Assist Supervisor in correcting petitions for Court prior to filing to ensure accuracy and provide feedback to the Supervisor regarding staff performance and knowledge.
- File petitions on a monthly rotation with fellow Senior DPOs
- Conducts risk assessments to evaluate probationer compliance and potential for recidivism.
- Develops and implements individualized supervision plans tailored to each probationer's needs.
- Collaborates with local law enforcement and community agencies to enhance rehabilitation efforts.
- Monitors probationer progress through regular check-ins and case management updates.
Juvenile Detention Officer
Madera County Probation
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Supervised youth behavior to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions among detainees.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Established rapport with juvenile detainees through respectful communication that fostered trust-building relationships necessary for effective rehabilitation.
- Conducted room searches for contraband items to maintain a safe environment within the facility.
Juvenile Institutions Officer
Merced County Probation
02.2003 - 08.2006
- Lead Officer within the facility tasked with training new officers facility rules and procedures.
- In the absence of a Supervisor, was in charge of the facility.
- Supervised youth behavior to maintain safety and security of the facility.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions among detainees.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Established rapport with juvenile detainees through respectful communication that fostered trust-building relationships necessary for effective rehabilitation.
- Conducted room searches for contraband items to maintain a safe environment within the facility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology-Corrections Option
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA12-2002
High School Diploma -
Madera High School
Madera06-1997
Skills
- Management of offender cases
- Maintaining professional boundaries
- Effective communicator
- Proficient in conducting motivational interviews
Accomplishments
Part of the team that developed the manual on how to develop Case Plans in Caseload Explorer
Prior JAIS/CAIS Power User
"Courage to Change" Instructor
Timeline
Senior Deputy Probation Officer
Madera County Probation
02.2008 - Current
Juvenile Detention Officer
Madera County Probation
09.2006 - 01.2008
Juvenile Institutions Officer
Merced County Probation
02.2003 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminology-Corrections Option
California State University, Fresno
High School Diploma -
Madera High School