I am a graduate of The University of Memphis with a BA in Criminal Justice-Criminology. I am seeking a career in the field of Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement at various levels being City, State, Federal or Private. Highly motivated, energetic Criminal Justice graduate with a strong work ethics and professional goals. I bring five (5) years of experience in Investigations,mental health, office support and retail sales positions while attending college full time. Meet challenges head-on; work well under stressful situations and in a fast pace setting. I an analytical with a lot of common sense, intuitive instincts, and ability to think outside the box. In my professional career I have maintained excellent research, organizational, time management and problem assessment/resolution skills. During my time at The Department of Family and Protective Services, I gained exemplary time management skills, and learned to deal with heavy stress levels.
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The Community Counselor creates a safe environment for patients, saves lives when necessary, provides hope, empowers patients, and teaches new tools for coping to patients. The Community Counselor provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, individual/family education groups and activities of daily living.
Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigators investigate claims of child abuse and neglect. They have the difficult task of figuring out what happened and predicting what will happen in the future. CPS receives and investigates reports of abuse and neglect 24 hours per day, every day of the year.A CPS investigation includes interviewing and gathering information to see if abuse or neglect happened and if intervention is necessary. The investigator considers both risk and safety issues, and may recommend services for the child and family to reduce the risk of further abuse or neglect.
(Job Responsibilities)
Responding quickly in crisis situations that involve children in an abusive or neglectful situation. Sometimes these situations can be dangerous.
Investigating reports of child abuse or neglect, and taking the necessary steps to protect children. This could include removing a child from their family.
Checking children for signs of abuse or neglect. This may involve serious injuries.
Conducting forensic investigations and assessments to determine risk of harm to children.
Interviewing people, such as the person who reports it, family members, doctors, nurses, and others familiar with the family situation.Talking frankly and objectively with families about personal and private matters, such as income, sex abuse, and personal relationships.
Maintaining a balance of objectivity and empathy for families in stressful and crisis situations.
Documenting all relevant information and completing all required forms.
Testifying in court.
Respecting cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.
Prioritizing deadlines and working flexible hours.
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Documenting all relevant information and completing all required forms required for most jobs.
Conduct's forensic investigations and assessments to determine risk of harm.
Interviewing people, such as the person who reports it, family members, doctors, nurses, and others familiar with the family situation.Talking frankly and objectively with families about personal and private matters, such as income, sex abuse, and personal relationships.
Knowledgeable in most Microsoft Office Programs such as Word and Excel.
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