Jennifer Paulson
Oshkosh, WI 54904
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EXPERIENCE
State of Wisconsin Division of Community Corrections Probation and Parole, Oshkosh, WI January, 2002 – present
Probation and Parole Agent
Responsible for enforcing departmental rules
Collaberate with community resources, collateral contacts, treatment, Department of Health and Human Services, and law enforcement
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload duties Document interactions with offenders and all services accurately, timely,and on an ongoing basis Prepare reports for the Court and attend Court Reviews Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change Enhance public safety by managing and reducing an offender's risk to re-offend Assess an offender's risk and needs for programming by utilizing EBP (Evidence Based Practices) Provide investigative services to the Courts, Division of Adult Institutions,law enforcement and the Parole Commission in order to aid in sentencing and community reentry planning Demonstrate professional judgment in order to impose an appropriate sanction(s) in response to violations
Conduct home visits and home searches with law enforcement Prepare and monitor case plans
Monitor drug activity by facilitating drug screen tests Arc Community Services, Madison, WI Summer 1998
Case Manager
Document interactions with clients and all services accurately, timely, and on an ongoing basis Coordinate and monitor services for children diagnosed with disabilities Collaborate with family,community resources, law enforcement, social service agencies, Department of Health and Human Services, Child Protective Services, and probation and parole Develop individual case plans based on the client's needs and goals Assist client in developing a positive support network and discharge plan Facilitate crisis intervention, group discusions, education, life skills in order to live responsively, productively, and law abiding member of society
Bolton Refuge House, Eau Claire, WI Summer of 2000 Victim Advocate
Provide education, prevention, and early intervention for juveniles Develop competency programs for youths to live responsibly and productively in the community Provide crisis counseling, group discussions, positive role modeling, and support groups Collaborate with family, community resources, law enforcement, social service agencies, Department of Human Social Services, Child Protective Services, and Probation and Parole EDUCATION
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI September 1996 – January 2002
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Psychology
Minor: Family Studies
TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Domestic Violence training
Non-violent crisis intervention training
Diversity and Cultural Differences
How to Cope with Stress within the Workplace
How Drug Addiction Affects the Brain
Heroin Addiction
Understanding Victims of Domestic Abuse