Alexandra Buxton
Nowra,NSW
Summary
Community Corrections Officer highly skilled in written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, decision making, report writing, time management and adherence to legal and local frameworks. Demonstrated success of strong organisational skills, allowing operation in a high pressure environment with frequently changing priorities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Corrections Officer
Department Of Communities And Justice
02.2019 - Current
- Reduced recidivism by identifying offender needs, connecting them to appropriate supports and monitoring and reporting on their progress.
- Identified critical incidents involving offenders or families and employed crisis intervention strategies to defuse situations.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive knowledge of local and non-local resources and service providers, using this information to make informed referrals for offender support.
- Improved public safety through thorough and objective risk assessment and the implementation of detailed and specific case plans.
- Prioritised tasks effectively and utilised strong organisational and time management skills to manage consistently high case loads.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal policies and procedures, in addition to Community Corrections' practices and procedures by staying up-to-date with regulatory changes.
- Fostered a psychologically safe and collaborative team environment within the Community Corrections office ny participating in professional development opportunities and involvement in specialised employee support roles.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by supporting colleagues in achieving both individual and team objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Psychological Science - Psychology
University of Newcastle
Newcastle11.2015
Skills
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Policy Enforcement
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Relationship building and management
- File and record maintenance
- Mentorship
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organisational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Analytical Thinking
Affiliations
- Union Delegate for Nowra Community Corrections
- Peer Support Officer for Nowra Community Corrections
Timeline
Community Corrections Officer
Department Of Communities And Justice
02.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Psychological Science - Psychology
University of Newcastle
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