Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Valerie Lechenette

Missouri Probation and Parole
Portageville,MO
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Professional, with extensive experience in probation and parole supervision. Skilled in risk assessments and policy driven organization, with a strong focus on client progress/compliance. In collaboration with community resources to provide client's with the greatest opportunity at rehabilitation.

Work History

Probation and Parole Officer

6 Years 5 Months
Missouri Probation and Parole | 03.2020 - Current
  • Conducted regular assessments of parolee/probationers compliance with court mandates and rehabilitation plans.
  • Collaborated with community resources to facilitate support services for clients.
  • Monitored client progress and reported findings to supervisory staff, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
  • Developed individualized case management strategies using Ohio Risk Assessment System, enhancing success rates for reintegration into society.
  • Managed specialized caseload of domestic violence clients, ensuring tailored support, compliance, and rehabilitation.
  • Facilitated communication and coordination as court liaison for New Madrid and Pemiscot counties.

Children's Service Worker

1 Year 5 Months
Missouri Children's Division | 08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Implemented case management strategies to monitor progress and adjust services as necessary.
  • Implemented protective measures to ensure the safety and well-being of children and families facing abuse and neglect.
  • Executed detailed investigative processes to identify issues and support decision-making.

Cosmetologist

8 Years
Self-employeed | 12.2014 - 12.2022
  • Delivered personalized cosmetology services..
  • Developed and implemented hair techniques to meet diverse client needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends to provide clients with informed product recommendations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science

Southeast Missouri State University | Cape Girardeau, MO | 08-2018

Transcript available up request

Class CA Cosmetology

Trendsetters School of Cosmetology | Cape Girardeau, MO | 09-2013

1500hrs completed

High School Diploma

Portageville High School | Portageville, MO | 05-2010

Transcript available upon request

Skills

Professional boundaries
Motivational interviewing
De-escalation techniques
Courtroom testimony
Defensive Tactics
Trauma-informed care
Teamwork and collaboration
Risk and needs assessments
Organizational skills
First aid and CPR

Certification

  • Firearms, P&P - 2020-Present
  • Interstate Compact Offender Tracking, P&P - 2021-Present
  • CPR, P&P - 2020-Present

Timeline

Probation and Parole Officer

Missouri Probation and Parole
03.2020 - CurrentRead More

Children's Service Worker

Missouri Children's Division
08.2018 - 01.2020Read More

Cosmetologist

Self-employeed
12.2014 - 12.2022Read More

Southeast Missouri State University

Bachelor of Arts from Social Science
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Trendsetters School of Cosmetology

Class CA Cosmetology
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Portageville High School

High School Diploma
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Valerie Lechenette