Whitney Stephens
High Springs
Summary
Accomplished at the Florida Department of Corrections, I enhanced rehabilitation and reduced recidivism through strategic case management and effective communication. Skilled in motivational interviewing and risk assessments, I spearheaded process improvements and mentored junior officers, significantly improving operational efficiency and stakeholder collaboration.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Probation Senior Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
- Enhanced offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, maintaining organized records, and utilizing time management skills.
- Fostered an open line of communication between probationers, their families, and relevant stakeholders involved in the reintegration process.
- Prepared detailed reports on probationer progress for submission to the court, informing judicial decisionmaking.
- Assessed offender needs and connected them with appropriate treatment programs or educational opportunities for personal growth.
- Assisted in facilitating offender reentry into the community by connecting them with essential resources and services.
- Improved interagency collaboration by fostering strong relationships with law enforcement, courts, and social service agencies.
- Reduced recidivism rates through effective supervision and monitoring of probationers.
- Supported the professional development of junior officers through mentoring, offering guidance on best practices in correctional supervision.
- Developed professional competencies through ongoing training in correctional best practices and evidence-based approaches.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine appropriate levels of supervision for each probationer, allocating resources effectively.
- Maintained public safety by closely supervising high-risk offenders and ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Conducted thorough pre-sentence investigations to provide accurate information for judicial decisions.
Senior Classification Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2024 - Current
- Championed process improvements by identifying inefficiencies in existing workflows and proposing innovative solutions to streamline operations.
- Served as an expert resource to colleagues on classification matters, offering guidance and support in navigating complex situations.
- Mentored new hires in the application of standard operating procedures, enhancing team cohesion and performance.
- Streamlined classification processes for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex classification issues and find optimal solutions.
- Improved interdepartmental communication by establishing clear channels for sharing classified information securely.
- Managed sensitive projects with tight deadlines, consistently delivering high-quality results on time and within budget constraints.
- Coordinated with external agencies to resolve discrepancies in classification guidelines or practices, ensuring consistency across organizations.
- Conducted regular audits of classified materials, ensuring proper handling and storage procedures were followed.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12.2010
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Motivational interviewing
- De-escalation techniques
- Risk and needs assessments
- Verbal and written communication
- Efficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Adult probation
- Accuracy
- Motivational
- Case planning
- Team building
- Investigations
- Interstate compact familiarity
- Documentation
- Data collection
- Weapons training
- Exceptional communicator
Timeline
Senior Classification Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2024 - Current
Correctional Probation Senior Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
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