Shamecca Caines
Durham
Summary
Accomplished Probation Parole Officer with a proven track record with over 10 years of training and experience in Adult Probation and Parole. Strong background in case management, risk assessment, high-risk offenders, crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, reducing recidivism and overall decision-making processes. Focused on collaborative efforts and adaptability to meet changing needs, with skills in conflict resolution, communication, and empathy. Reliable team player committed to achieving positive outcomes. Eager to apply my skills and expertise to coach, role model, problem solve, lead and reinforce pro-social behavior.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Parole Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
10.2014 - Current
- Supervise and evaluate a caseload of both high and low risk offenders, assess their risk and needs based on policy and procedure.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to address immediate threats to public safety or individual wellbeing.
- Reduced recidivism rates by providing offenders with resources, guidance, and support to successfully complete supervision and reintegrate into society.
- Mentored new probation officers by sharing expertise in caseload management, risk assessment tools, and supervision techniques based on policy and procedure.
- Conducted regular home visits, employment checks, and drug screenings to confirm compliance with probation or parole conditions.
- Promoted successful reentry by connecting offenders with appropriate resources such as housing, employment, and substance abuse treatment services.
- Enhanced community safety by monitoring and supervising probationers and parolees in compliance with court orders and conditions.
- Recommended changes to probation or parole conditions based on offender behavior and progress, ensuring fair treatment within legal guidelines, policy and procedure.
- Improved offender rehabilitation by conducting thorough assessments and creating individualized case plans that tailored their individual needs.
- Developed strong rapport with offenders through consistent communication while enforcing accountability.
- Facilitated positive change among offenders by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during interactions.
- Collaborated with treatment providers, law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders for effective supervision and intervention strategies.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining detailed documentation of offender progress, violations, and actions taken.
- Served as a court liaison by attending court hearings, presenting reports and recommendations and testifying effectively regarding offender compliance, progress, and or violations as needed for informed judicial decisions.
- Conducted pre-sentence investigations by doing in-depth research and compiling police reports as requested.
- Enforce all federal, state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Substance Abuse Counselor
RJ Blackley Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Ctr
06.2013 - 07.2014
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring continuity of care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, deescalating situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to address co-occurring mental health disorders in conjunction with addiction treatment efforts.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' needs, identifying appropriate interventions and therapies for optimal results.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients served.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC01-2007
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Motivational interviewing
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Risk and needs assessments
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Crisis intervention
Additional roles and responsiblities
- SRG Intelligence Officer
- Member of the Incentive Closet, All In, and District Day Committees.
- Reentry back up officer
- Static 99, Gang net, EBP, Case Planning Trained
- Specialty officer: Trosa, Level 1, High Profile cases
- Mentor
Timeline
Probation Parole Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
10.2014 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor
RJ Blackley Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Ctr
06.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
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