ANDRÉ WOOLFORD
Bowie
Summary
Dynamic probation officer with extensive experience at the District of Columbia Superior Court, adept in evidence-based interventions and case management. Proven leader in community engagement and youth development, successfully enhancing supervision practices and mentoring peers. Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and fostering restorative justice initiatives to improve outcomes for high-risk youth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation Officer
District of Columbia Superior Court
Washington
05.2017 - Current
- Manage a diverse caseload, developing pre-trial, pre-disposition, and post-disposition supervision plans.
- Conduct home, school, and community visits, ensuring compliance with court orders and youth accountability.
- Utilize evidence-based practices including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral interventions.
- Act in a supervisory capacity at times, providing leadership, mentoring interns, and supporting unit operations.
- Lead and organize community service projects, college tours, and pro-social activities to support youth development.
- Present data and recommendations to senior management to enhance case management standards post-pandemic.
Adjunct Instructor
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
Largo
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Trained newly hired probation officers in court report writing, community safety, and supervision practices.
- Delivered in-service training on evidence-based supervision to enhance probation officer competencies.
Probation Officer
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
Largo
07.2011 - 04.2017
- Supervised high-risk youth in the Intensive Supervision Unit.
- Conducted field visits, ensuring compliance with treatment service plans and court mandates.
- Coordinated community service projects, pro-social events, and restorative justice activities.
- Collaborated with community resources to support rehabilitation efforts.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess supervision progress and behavior.
Social Worker
Operation Safe Kids
Baltimore
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Provided case management, grief counseling, and coordinated care for youth and families.
- Supported court processes and collaborated with probation officers in intensive supervision programs.
- Developed individualized service plans for children and families in crisis.
- Documented case notes and progress reports for ongoing support initiatives.
JDAI Associate
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Washington
03.2009 - 03.2010
- Conducted interviews with detained youth and analyzed data to improve justice system outcomes.
- Assisted in initiatives for juvenile detention alternatives and reintegration strategies.
- Coordinated meetings with stakeholders to discuss criminal justice initiatives.
- Analyzed data trends to inform policy recommendations and program developments.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD05-2004
Skills
- Sentinel and VeriTracks
- TAPS and CourtView
- ASSIST and PRISM
- Safe Measures and SMART
- Microsoft Office Suite and WebEx
- Case management
- Supervision practices
- Evidence-based interventions
- Community engagement
- Restorative justice
- Interstate compact familiarity
- Leadership development
Certification
- S.P.A.A.R.C.S. Behavior Management Certification, DC Courts (2023)
- ServSafe Food Handling Certification (2022)
- TACT-2 Certification (2021)
- Balance and Restorative Justice Circle Keeper (2018)
- Certified Training Adjunct Instructor, MDJS (2015)
- Aspiring Supervisor Training Certificate (2014)
Accomplishments
- Program Development: Created and led a College Tour Program for youth, emphasizing HBCU exposure, and developed annual restorative justice-centered youth activities.
- Leadership: Spearheaded the CSSD Activities Committee, planning in-person and virtual events to enhance staff morale and engagement.
- Innovation: Proposed and assisted in implementing post-pandemic case management enhancements presented to senior court leadership.
- Youth Engagement: Developed and coordinated summer and spring break programs, including STEM fairs and community service initiatives, to support youth growth and accountability.
Affiliations
- Member, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (2013)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Probation Officer
District of Columbia Superior Court
05.2017 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
05.2015 - 04.2017
Probation Officer
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
07.2011 - 04.2017
Social Worker
Operation Safe Kids
03.2010 - 12.2010
JDAI Associate
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
03.2009 - 03.2010
Master of Public Administration -
Bowie State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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