Raelyn Andrew
Redcliffe
Summary
I have worked closely with Child Safety and Youth Justice as a CPIU Detective and am familiar with Case Plans and have assisted Child Safety with completing assessments on families and youths so they could be provided with the best supports available. I am familiar with child protection processes and key performance indicators, and I understand that there is often a duality between a client being known to both child protection and youth justice agencies that competence in both prescribed entities is required.
I am able to quickly lean and demonstrate a good knowledge of policy and procedures, confidentiality provisions, code of conduct. I am an honest and ethical employee, and I am comfortable working within legislative confinements. I take pride in the work I do and expect complete competence in myself across all areas of my position description. I apply due diligence by familiarising myself with departmental policies and procedures and will seek out assistance and feedback whilst learning a new role.
My skills are highly applicable and easily transferable to the advertised position. I am responsible for multiple projects and areas of work, and as a Senior Detective specialising in Child Protection matters.
I demonstrate and model leadership qualities such as time management, organisational skills, expert knowledge of policing practice, responsiveness to emergent and critical issues, availability to fulfill tasks left unattended in all areas I oversee, providing feedback and critiquing that develops individuals towards enhanced practice and increased self-awareness, and excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills with colleagues, clients, children and young people, community, and government and non-government providers.
I have a current Blue Card.
I am skilled at reviewing reports, overseeing investigations and preparing cases for court. Knowledgeable about resolving staffing issues, training junior detectives and improving team performance with hands-on coaching and assessments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Watchhouse Officer
Queensland Police Service
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted cell checks for contraband. Assisted female officers with restraining and searching of violent drug-affected prisoners
- Participated in training programs to expand my skills within my workplace. Completed Train the Trainer course for Livescan electronic fingerprint machine.
- Trained in fitting Electronic Monitoring Devices
- licenced to drive prison van for transports. LR licence class
- Prepare and maintain records of prisoners health requirements, medical needs in accordance with the Human Rights Act, prepare custody documentation and court documents.
- Guarding of prisoners whilst attending court proceedings in custody
- Escorting prisoners to and from detention facilities
- Worked 24hr roster. Worked overtime shifts when staffing issues arose.
- Operate and maintain electronic surveillance and movement control systems in accordance with policies and procedures of Watchhouse
Detective - Child Protection Investigation Unit
Queensland Police Service
08.2016 - 11.2023
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identify any deficiencies within the workplace and conducted audits of current and historical files to identify and improve service delivery
- Identified witnesses and victims, and collected statements to gather information for a successful investigation/arrest.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for interstate files and family court proceedings.
- Identified and resolved staff and organisational issues.
- Guided, mentored, and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and task-clearing rates.
Child Protection Investigations Unit
Queensland Police Service
12.2011 - 08.2016
- Developed skills through courses and internal training related to CPIU investigations.
- Completed relevant courses to assist with my professional development in CPIU.
- Carried out investigations at a low level with assistance from senior officers. Constantly improving my skills.
- Positively received feedback from Senior Detectives wheather positive or negative.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Actively sort to work extra Nightwireless shifts with CIB to improve my development.
- Performed duties in accordance with current legislation. Policies and procedures.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Developed presentations and training materials to educate colleagues and the community about Child Protection Safety strategies.
Police Officer General Duties
Queensland Police Service
02.2008 - 12.2011
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Listened to instructions from senior officers
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekends and overtime shifts when required.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced Station. Managed personal and professional development as a first and second year.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.a
Watchouse Officer Civilian
Queensland Police Service
10.2006 - 02.2008
- Conducted cell checks for contraband. Assisted female officers with restraining and searching of violent drug-affected prisoners
- Participated in training programs to expand my skills within my workplace. Completed Train the Trainer course for Livescan electronic fingerprint machine.
- Trained in fitting Electronic Monitoring Devices
- licenced to drive prison van for transports. LR licence class
- Prepare and maintain records of prisoners health requirements, medical needs in accordance with the Human Rights Act, prepare custody documentation and court documents.
- Guarding of prisoners whilst attending court proceedings in custody
- Escorting prisoners to and from detention facilities
- Worked 24hr roster. Worked overtime shifts when staffing issues arose.
- Operate and maintain electronic surveillance and movement control systems in accordance with policies and procedures of Watchhouse
Operator Movements
Australian Army
03.2001 - 10.2006
- Conducted Logistical support for soldiers in the Australian Army.
- Completed all paperwork for the deployment of soldiers and cargo for deployment within Australia and overseas.
- Conducted Dangerous Goods packing of Ammunition and explosives to ensure compliance with Australian Dangerous goods standards.
- Received Top Secret Clearance to access and action signals for urgent deployments of soldiers to war zones and peacekeeping missions around the world.
- Completed deployment to Iraq war zone to manage the movements of all cargo and soldiers within the area of operations. Adhering to extremely tight timelines.
Skills
- Conducted Safety and Risk Assessments of families in conjunction with Child Safety Officers
- Conduct investigations for all matters involving offences against children
- Deliver educational presentations for First Nations youths in relation to Cyber Crime, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assaults/Consent
- Complete referrals for at risk children and families
- Liaise with external stakeholders including Queensland Education, Child Safety, Youth Justice services in the Torres Straits
- Provide ongoing support to children and families that are proceeding through the court system Victim/offenders
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Issue Resolution
- Telephone and email etiquette
Development
Selection Process (Panel Chair Course) QPS - 2021
Cautioning Workshop Facilitator - 2019
Investigating Sexual Assaults - Corroborating and understanding Relationship Evidence (ISACURE) - 2019
Brief Checker Course - 2018
Advanced Internet Child Exploitation Investigations - 2017
UFED Train the Trainer Course - 2017 (electronic examination of Mobile Phones)
Advanced Diploma of Public Safety ( Detective Training) 2012 - 2016
Diploma of Public Safety 2009
Blue Card Investigations Course(QPS)
Leadership/Management Course (Sergeant) Currently enrolled
Referees
Current Supervisor
Acting OIC Redcliffe Police Watchhouse
Senior Sergeant Narelle Collins
Queensland Police Service
Email: Collins.NarelleG@police.qld.gov.au
Ph: 3283 0585
Acting Inspector Moreton District Crime Group
Queensland Police Service
Email: Wheatley.HelenA@police.qld.gov.au
Ph: 0412024748
Timeline
Watchhouse Officer
Queensland Police Service
11.2023 - Current
Detective - Child Protection Investigation Unit
Queensland Police Service
08.2016 - 11.2023
Child Protection Investigations Unit
Queensland Police Service
12.2011 - 08.2016
Police Officer General Duties
Queensland Police Service
02.2008 - 12.2011
Watchouse Officer Civilian
Queensland Police Service
10.2006 - 02.2008
Operator Movements
Australian Army
03.2001 - 10.2006
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