Cavene Pinnock
Probation And Parole Officer
Turks And Caicos Islands,Providenciales
Summary
Highly-motivated Probation Parole Officer with five years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management and field supervision. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization, interpersonal and leadership skills; who is adaptable and focused with a commitment to effectiveness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Probation Parole Officer
Department of Correction and Rehabilitation
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
02.2019 - Current
- Conducted pre-sentence investigations by doing in-depth research and interviews.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Used case management system (Multi-Health Systems) to help develop case reports detailing offender's likelihood of committing another crime.
- Developed and implemented an Anger Management curriculum and programme
- Contributed to the development of the Policy and Procedure Handbook for the Probation and Rehabilitation Unit.
- Developed brochures and participated in sensitization activities for stakeholders.
- Obtain certification in Moral Reconation Therapy and implemented use within the Probation and REhabilitation Unit.
- Collaborated with institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys and treatment providers.
- Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole and probation.
- Reported violations of probation and parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Monitored progress of probationers and parolees.
- Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
- Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for weekly and monthly reporting.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Supervised work of employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole and probation.
- Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole.
Probation and Rehabilitation Manager
Department of Correction and Rehabilitation
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Supervised work of team members to keep on task for timely completion.
- Liaised with Superintendent of Prisons to assess inmate readiness for community rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys and treatment providers.
- Developed case reports detailing inmate history and likelihood of committing another crime.
- Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Held meetings and seminars to sensitize stakeholders on the roles and functions of the Probation and Rehabilitation Unit
- Participated in trainings and exercises to increase the efficacy of the Probation and Rehabilitation Team
- Ensured that adequate training and resources were provided to team members
Probation Officer
Department of Correctional Services
Montego Bay, St. James
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Conducted investigations and prepared Pre-Sentence Reports for Parish Court and other High Court sittings.
- Attended parish court and high court sittings within St. James, Jamaica and other jurisdictions on the island.
- Supervised clients placed on Community Service Orders
- Facilitated mediation and counselling sessions.
- Assist persons seeking assistance.
- Refer clients to prevention programmes geared towards rehabilitation.
- Complete monthly statistical data.
- Participate in and facilitate prevention activities at various agencies.
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Gathered information from people in community, family members and agencies about conduct of probationers.
- Handled over30 full-cycle caseloads per month.
- Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
- Tracked assigned juvenile movements and adherence to probation requirements.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Suggested special community service rehabilitation programs to help further support offenders.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
School Social Worker
Sandals Foundation
Montego Bay, St. James
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered assessments and developed academic goals based on specific disabilities and barriers to learning.
- Supervised homework and volunteer programs
- Developed Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plan to identify cause of problem behavior, formulate strategies to address behavior and teach new behavioral skills.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
- Provided educational support services to students with emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities.
- Monitored student attendance, documented truancy, and submitted referrals per requirements.
- Supported students, teachers, and families during crisis situations.
- Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
- Created intervention and treatment plans for students in need of assistance.
- Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Maintained regular contact with students and their parents by calling and visiting their homes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Interfaced with parents and developed strategies to increase their participation and volunteerism in school.
- Completed assessment of students and parents to determine their suitability for programs.
Juvenile Probation Officer Intern
Department of Correctional Services
Kingston
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Conducted pre-sentence investigations by doing in-depth research and compiling police reports under the supervision of the Probation Officer.
- Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted clients who needed help.
Intake Social Worker
Hibiscus Jamaica Limited
Kingston
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Provided clients with pertinent information and referrals to aid their transition of deportation from the United Kingdom to Jamaica.
- Provided housing, medical care and employment information for clients by collaborating with various community agencies.
- Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of The West Indies
Mona, Kingston - Jamaica 08.2011 - 07.2014
Certificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies - Open Campus
Montego Bay, St. James 01.2018 - 04.2018
Associate of Arts -
Clarendon College
Clarendon, Jamaica 09.2009 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Clarendon College
Clarendon, Jamaica 09.2004 - 07.2009
Skills
Risk and needs assessments
Adult probation
Group therapy
Court procedures
Interviews
Substance abuse
Report writing and investigation
Certification
Moral Reconation Therapy, The National LEAD Institute - Nassau, Bahamas
Certificate in Moral Reconation Therapy
Moral Reconation Therapy is a behavioral treatment that allows me to engage with offenders using various strategies to decrease their likelihood of re-offending. This therapy is also effective with offenders who had challenges with substance abuse. I am able to engage clients in both group and individual therapy using art and other techniques to facilitate changed behaviour.
Timeline
Probation and Rehabilitation Manager
Department of Correction and Rehabilitation
11.2021 - 12.2021
Multi-Health Systems , LS/CMI Workshop
06-2021
Probation Parole Officer
Department of Correction and Rehabilitation
02.2019 - Current
Moral Reconation Therapy, The National LEAD Institute - Nassau, Bahamas
10-2018
Certificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies - Open Campus
01.2018 - 04.2018
Probation Officer
Department of Correctional Services
11.2016 - 02.2019
School Social Worker
Sandals Foundation
08.2014 - 08.2016
Juvenile Probation Officer Intern
Department of Correctional Services
10.2013 - 03.2014
Intake Social Worker
Hibiscus Jamaica Limited
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of The West Indies
08.2011 - 07.2014
Associate of Arts -
Clarendon College
09.2009 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Clarendon College
09.2004 - 07.2009