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Juvenile Court Officer Resume Emersyn Santana Juvenile Court Officer (269) 555-6241 emersyn.santana@example.com linkedin.com/example/emersynsantana Kalamazoo, MI 49007 STRENGTHS Case investigation Built social histories from interviews, records, school input, and agency contacts, giving decision makers clearer family context. Calm crisis response When situations became tense, used de escalation and safety planning so youth, families, and partners could move forward safely. Family connection Weekly conversations made difficult goals more practical, and caregivers gained a clearer path for supporting youth progress. Court documentation Careful reports, petitions, logs, and recommendations kept case facts accessible for hearings and ongoing judicial review. Service coordination Connected schools, providers, agencies, and families around everyday needs, often solving small barriers before they grew. SKILLS Juvenile Justice At Risk Youth Case Investigation Court Reports Case Planning Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Crisis De escalation Safety Planning Family Counseling Visitation Monitoring Restitution Victim Rights Substance Screening Electronic Monitoring Court Case Management LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 6.4 Years Senior Juvenile Case Specialist at Lakeshore Youth Justice Services (2.7 Years) Juvenile Services Specialist at West Michigan Family Intervention Center (1.6 Years) Youth Case Coordinator at Great Lakes Youth Advocacy Network (1.6 Years) Youth Services Intern at Community Youth Support Program (7 Months) SUMMARY Juvenile justice and family services professional with six years supporting delinquent and at risk youth through case investigation , court supervision, structured intervention, placement monitoring, and coordinated treatment services. Prepares social histories, hearing reports, petitions, contact logs, case plans, and recommendations for judicial review. Conducts weekly youth and caregiver contacts using cognitive behavioral interventions, social skills training , mindfulness, parenting support, and goal setting. Coordinates schools, law enforcement, courts, detention facilities, treatment providers, victims, and community agencies. Handles visitation, education, restitution, community service, substance screening, electronic monitoring, transportation, crisis response, and safety planning. Brings practical knowledge of Michigan juvenile justice practice, sound judgment in field settings, and steady communication with families facing difficult circumstances. Prepared to contribute thoughtful case management and dependable courtroom support. EXPERIENCE Senior Juvenile Case Specialist Lakeshore Youth Justice Services January 2024 - Present Kalamazoo, MI Leads supervision and case coordination for adolescents involved in delinquency, truancy, and family conflict matters. Supports judicial review through investigation, documentation, intervention planning, placement oversight, crisis response, and coordinated services. Managed adolescent supervision plans for delinquency , truancy, and family conflict cases. Prepared social histories , hearing reports , petitions, logs, and recommendations for judicial review. Conducted structured sessions using cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and parenting strategies. Coordinated placement, visitation, school progress, behavioral health, medical care, and community programs. Responded to crises through de escalation , safety planning , service screening, and approved interventions. Monitored restitution, community service , substance screens, and electronic tether compliance for court stakeholders. Juvenile Services Specialist West Michigan Family Intervention Center May 2022 - December 2023 Battle Creek, MI Supervised youth receiving intensive community services and connected court expectations with family, education, and treatment goals. Investigated family circumstances, coordinated practical supports, monitored compliance, and contributed to rehabilitation programming. Supervised delinquent and at risk youth through intensive community based service plans. Investigated family circumstances using interviews, records, school contacts, and agency coordination. Facilitated weekly youth and parent sessions focused on conflict reduction and goal setting . Coordinated transportation, behavioral health, medical, dental, education, and community appointments. Administered approved substance screens and monitored electronic devices, documenting noncompliance. Co facilitated youth groups and enrichment programming centered on accountability and prosocial participation. Youth Case Coordinator Great Lakes Youth Advocacy Network September 2020 - April 2022 Grand Rapids, MI Supported adolescents at risk of deeper justice involvement through home, school, and community contacts. Built case histories, tracked participation, connected families with resources, and documented safety focused interventions across provider networks. Supported adolescents through regular contacts in homes, schools, and community programs. Built case histories from interviews, referrals, school information, and provider input. Tracked attendance, treatment participation , family goals, and service commitments in electronic records. Connected families with counseling, mentoring, medical, educational, and transportation resources. Used structured skill building activities to reinforce emotional regulation and problem solving. Supported crisis responses by gathering safety information and documenting coordinated actions. Youth Services Intern Community Youth Support Program January 2020 - August 2020 Kalamazoo, MI Completed supervised fieldwork with at risk adolescents and families while learning community based case documentation, referral coordination, youth programming , professional boundaries, and crisis awareness. Completed supervised fieldwork with adolescents and families receiving community youth services. Observed intake interviews and organized referral information for professional staff review. Maintained supervised contact notes and resource records under confidentiality procedures. Supported youth activities focused on social skills, goal setting , and conflict management. Coordinated appointment reminders and resource information for families seeking services. Received supervision on crisis awareness, boundaries, mandated procedures, and partner communication. PROJECTS Community Placement Support Initiative 2024 Small coordination gaps can shape a young person's stability. Built a practical workflow for tracking placement, visitation, school progress, treatment participation, transportation, and court goals across service partners. Family Crisis Response Framework 2023 Quiet preparation matters most during difficult moments. Created a structured approach for gathering safety information, screening services, documenting de escalation, and coordinating timely support for youth and caregivers. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Senior Case Specialist Recognition, Lakeshore Youth Justice Services, 2025 Community Youth Advocacy Award, Great Lakes Youth Advocacy Network, 2022 Leadership contribution through youth group facilitation and intern support, 2024 EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Western Michigan University GPA: 3.5 2020 Kalamazoo, MI Coursework: Juvenile justice, criminal law, family law, behavioral science, social research CERTIFICATIONS CPI Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training 2025 Valid Michigan Driver's License 2026 TECHNICAL SKILLS Case Management Systems: Electronic case records, court databases, contact logs Court Documentation: Social histories, hearing reports, petitions Behavioral Interventions: Cognitive behavioral treatment, social skills training, mindfulness Crisis Response: CPI Training, de escalation, safety planning Substance Screening: Urinalysis, PBTs, mouth swab screens Electronic Monitoring: Electronic tethers, alcohol devices, compliance logs Communication Platforms: Zoom, FaceTime, teleconferencing software Court Proceedings: Preliminary hearings, dispositional hearings, case reviews Youth Services: Probation, mentoring, specialty courts Resource Coordination: Schools, police, detention facilities, treatment providers SKILLS Juvenile Justice At Risk Youth Case Investigation Court Reports Case Planning Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Crisis De escalation Safety Planning Family Counseling Visitation Monitoring Restitution Victim Rights Substance Screening Electronic Monitoring Court Case Management PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Michigan juvenile justice and family services professional community Youth advocacy, behavioral health, and community resource partnership networks LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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