Victoria Heslin
Brick,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing educational and vocational counseling to adolescents. Skilled in developing plans and helping those adolescents overcome personal challenges and obtaining life skills. Committed to advocating for well-being of cadets.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Counselor
NJ Department Of Military And Veterans Affairs
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group sessions/classes, promoting healthy coping strategies and interpersonal skills among participants.
- Implement individualized vocational plans and provide professional support.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored educational/ vocational plans to each cadet's needs.
- Develop strong rapport with cadets, fostering trust and open communication for successful therapeutic outcomes.
- Maintain and manage documentation and communication with cadets and team members .
- Conduct thorough interviews needs of cadets, identifying areas of strength and opportunities for growth in their desired vocations.
Instructor- Counselor
NJ Department Of Military And Veterans Affairs
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Mentor and provide cadets with support.
- Boost cadet performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Increase cadet motivation by developing engaging lessons centered around life coping skills and job skills.
Senior Juvenile Detention Officer
County Of Ocean
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Improved facility safety by conducting thorough and consistent security checks on all living quarters and common areas.
- Promote positive behavior among residents by implementing structured daily routines and encouraging adherence to facility policies.
- Enhance communication with staff by participating in daily briefings, sharing relevant information about resident activities, needs, and incidents.
- Ensured timely completion of required paperwork including incident reports, progress notes, and evaluations.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents involving residents or staff members.
Juvenile Detention Officer
County Of Ocean
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Improve facility safety by conducting thorough and consistent security checks on all living quarters and common areas.
- Promote positive behavior among residents by implementing structured daily routines and encouraging adherence to facility policies.
- Enhance communication with staff by participating in daily briefings, sharing relevant information about detainee activities, needs, and incidents.
- Maintain a secure environment by utilizing de-escalation techniques during conflicts or confrontations between residents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher of Education
Stockton University
Galloway, NJ12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Historical Studies
Stockton University
Galloway05.2010
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving Aptitude
- Task Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
Accomplishments
- Bob Rader Line Staff Worker of the Year, Dec. 2016- Issued in conjunction with the National Partnership for Juvenile Services
- Thomas J. Cooper Award, Sept. 2014- Issued by the New Jersey Juvenile Detention Association
- Captain Joseph E. Bechtold Professional Development Award, Feb. 2014- Issued by the NJ Juvenile Justice Commission Training Staff
Certification
- National Guard Youth Challenge Program Staff Trainer Course - August 2022
- NJ Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing: Teacher of Social Studies, Jan. 2011
Timeline
Lead Counselor
NJ Department Of Military And Veterans Affairs
10.2023 - Current
Instructor- Counselor
NJ Department Of Military And Veterans Affairs
03.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Juvenile Detention Officer
County Of Ocean
06.2017 - 03.2022
Juvenile Detention Officer
County Of Ocean
07.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Teacher of Education
Stockton University
Bachelor of Arts - Historical Studies
Stockton University
- National Guard Youth Challenge Program Staff Trainer Course - August 2022
- NJ Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing: Teacher of Social Studies, Jan. 2011
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