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Alanna M. Honkanen, MS, BA

539 Springle Drive, Waterford MI, 48327

989-906-3638 / alanna.coronado@wayne.edu

1 EDUCATION:

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

2 Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice/Minor: Spanish

3 Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS:

Wayne State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Detroit, MI

Adjunct Professor/ Part-Time Instructor of Criminal Justice August 2010 – Present

University of Mississippi, Department of Legal Studies, Oxford, MS

Adjunct Professor/ Part-Time Instructor of Criminal Justice September 2013 – Present

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:

Kids-TALK Children’s Advocacy Center, Detroit, MI (promoted from within agency)

Forensic Interview & Advocacy Supervisor March 2011 – Present

• Developed the Kids Talk Children’s Advocacy Center to enhance productivity and develop client services

• Provided program oversight for day to day operations and direct supervision to a full team of Forensic Interviewers, Family Advocates, Coordinators, Interns and Volunteers

• Developed policies and protocols regarding program services and employee expectations

• Engaged in contract compliance and adherence to program standards as part of accreditation process (resulting in program accreditation)

• Generated comprehensive and accurate reports in compliance with grant requirements and existing contracts

• Facilitated trainings on a variety of topics including Forensic Interviewing, Child Abuse and Neglect, and Interventions with at-risk children and families

• Represented the agency in board meetings and interactions with partner agencies

Child and Family Advocate/Forensic Interviewer November 2007 – March 2011

Kids Talk Children’s Advocacy Center, Detroit, MI

• Conducted forensic interviews with alleged child abuse victims pursuant to State of Michigan protocol

• Collaborated with State and County Prosecuting Offices, law enforcement agencies, Children’s Protective Services and other community agencies in coordination of investigative efforts and team decision-making

• Provided crisis intervention and direct services to non-offending parents and families in which a child has been the victim

• Provided information and referrals for families to access resources such as medical care, therapeutic services, legal assistance, public benefits, and basic need services

• Explored recovery options for victims and develop safety plans with family members

First Step: Wayne County Project on Domestic and Sexual Violence, Plymouth, MI

Victim Services /Legal Advocate November 2006 – November 2007

Assignment: Inkster Police Department & 22nd District Court

• Advocate for clients legal rights in criminal and civil court proceedings.

• Provided crisis intervention, safety planning, courtroom assistance and legal advocacy to survivors and assist victims with the completion of Personal Protection Orders, Victim Impact Statements, Crime Victim Assistance Applications and other legal documentation

• Acted as a liaison between clients and prosecutors, detectives, as well as community organizations such as Children’s Protective Services, Department of Human Services, and court systems

• Contributed to community efforts to maintain an effective coordinated community response to domestic and sexual violence

Catholic Social Services of Oakland County, Pontiac, MI

Case Manager/Group Facilitator September 2003 – November 2006

• Provide in-home guidance, counseling and referral services to at-risk and adjudicated adolescents and their families

• Participated in program development for new and developing programs including a prisoner re-entry program and foster care/youth assistance program

• Complete individual assessment and develop treatment plans to encourage self-sufficiency and personal growth of program participants

• Complete frequent reports, monitoring the progress of all clients

• Instruct weekly classes teaching life skills and addressing personal/family issues

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Student Mentor February 2011 – Present

• Provide guidance and support for upper-level Criminal Justice Students

• Link students with agencies and trainings toward professional development

Assault Response Volunteer November 2006 – November 2007

First Step, Plymouth MI

• Served as an on-call volunteer member of a 24 hour emergency crisis response team

• Responded to local emergency rooms, police stations, and schools so as to assist survivors of domestic/sexual assault

• Provided crisis intervention, advocacy, safety planning, and links to vital services including medical, legal and mental health services

1 COMPUTER SKILLS:

Windows, Windows XP, MS Office, MS Works, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point,

MS Outlook, Blackboard, Avatar, File Maker Pro., Internet Proficient

PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCES/TRAINING SEMINARS/CLASSES INSTRUCTED:

Child Abuse and The Forensic Interview (The Skillman Center: Detroit, MI – 2011)

Child Sexual Abuse: Effects of Abuse & Prevention (The Children’s Center: Detroit, MI – 2009)

Forensic Interviewing of Children (Victims Assistance Program: Detroit, MI – 2009)

Investigating Child Sexual Abuse (Children’s Mental Health: Southgate, MI – 2008)

Sex Crimes and The Criminal Justice System (Wayne State University, Detroit, MI)

Victimology (Wayne State University, Detroit, MI)

Diversity Issues in the Criminal Justice System (Wayne State University, Detroit, MI)

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

Wayne State University Criminal Justice Alumni Advisory Board (Detroit, MI – 2010)

Wayne State University Criminal Justice Fund-raising Committee (Detroit, MI – 2010)

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