Nicole Fogle
Myrtle Beach
Summary
As a Child Abuse Investigator with the Department of Social Services and a Violent Crimes Detective, I have am skilled in crisis intervention and effective communication which results in minimal sleep but maintains the effectives of being successful and productive. As a child abuse investigator and violent crimes detective I am equipped with confidentiality and information and evidence seeing. Effective in preserving and interviewing. Successfully led multi-disciplinary teams to enhance child/adult safety, while utilizing advanced interviewing techniques to gather critical evidence. Committed to fostering community relationships and implementing safety plans, ensuring vulnerable children receive the support they need. Able to work independently with the upmost high regard to confidentiality and sensitivity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Abuse Investigator
Department of Social Services
12.2018 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into child abuse allegations, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and social services to gather evidence and develop case strategies.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting findings, recommendations, and action plans for child safety.
- Provided expert testimony in court regarding investigation outcomes and child welfare considerations.
- Attended autopsies to child abuse victims.
- Trained junior investigators on investigative techniques, policies, and best practices for handling sensitive cases.
- Analyzed case data to identify patterns, trends, and areas for process improvement within the investigation unit.
- Led multi-disciplinary team meetings to coordinate efforts and ensure comprehensive support for affected children and families.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions by tracking long-term outcomes and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in child welfare through professional development opportunities.
- Testified in court proceedings effectively, contributing to the successful prosecution of abusers.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information related to child abuse cases, preserving trust between families and the agency.
- Contributed to policy revisions within the organization based on emerging trends or identified gaps in current processes.
- Developed strong working relationships with local schools, healthcare providers, and other community partners to facilitate timely reporting and response.
- Strengthened inter-agency collaboration with regular communication and information sharing among stakeholders.
- Facilitated successful reunification efforts by closely monitoring family progress toward established goals.
- Conducted home visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with family service plans.
- Provided comprehensive assessments for appropriate placement decisions in foster care or alternative living arrangements.
- Mentored new investigators, guiding them through complex cases and procedures while providing valuable insights on best practices.
- Prioritized high-risk cases for immediate intervention, protecting vulnerable children from further harm.
- Enhanced child safety by conducting thorough investigations of abuse allegations.
- Demonstrated empathy towards affected families while maintaining professional boundaries, ensuring a fair and unbiased approach to investigations.
- Supported families in accessing relevant resources such as counseling services or parenting classes for improved outcomes post inestiagtions.
- Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
- Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
- Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
- Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
- Streamlined documentation process by meticulously maintaining case records and reports.
- Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
- Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Attend and testify in multiple court proceedings.
Violent Crimes Detective
Myrtle Beach Police Department
03.2001 - 10.2018
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and establish facts in criminal cases.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to exchange information and coordinate investigations effectively.
- Assisted in analyzing crime scenes, identifying key details, and documenting findings accurately.
- Prepared detailed reports on investigative activities and case progress for supervisory review.
- Engaged with the community to build relationships and foster relationships to solve crimes.
- Worked many lomg hours and days to come to a resolution of the crime at hand.
- Supported senior detectives by organizing case files and maintaining accurate records for ongoing investigations.
- Attended training sessions to enhance investigative skills, legal knowledge, and understanding of law enforcement protocols.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Acted as a liaison between the detective division and community members, fostering trust and strengthening communication channels for improved crime reporting.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
- Coordinated crime scene searches methodically for comprehensive evidence collection ensuring no critical elements are missed.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Solved complex cases by utilizing advanced investigative techniques and collaborating with fellow detectives.
- Performed extensive research on criminal backgrounds and patterns using various databases for accurate suspect profiling.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new developments in forensic science and investigation methodologies.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings, contributing to successful convictions in numerous cases.
- Increased case resolution rate through diligent evidence collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations.
- Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College
Hamburg, NY09-2000
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2019
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Self-care strategies
- Child development
- Interviewing techniques
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Neglect and abandonment reporting
- Writing and verbal communication
- Testifying in criminal and civil court
- Case documentation
- Active learning
- Community resources
- Client engagement and assistance
- Information gathering
- Crisis situations
- Data collection
- De-escalation techniques
- Confidentiality practices
- Safety planning
- Behavioral analysis
- Conducting interviews
- Abuse and neglect investigation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Parenting education
- Investigative techniques
- Effective customer communication
- Law enforcement interaction
- Danger and threat assessments
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Ability to work long hours and days
Timeline
Child Abuse Investigator
Department of Social Services
12.2018 - Current
Violent Crimes Detective
Myrtle Beach Police Department
03.2001 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
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