How Juvenile Vocational Skills Reduce Recidivism

SESSION INFO

Saturday, June 29, 2024
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Session Type: Workshop

This workshop will introduce how vocational skills promote a reduction in recidivism. The attendee will be introduced to, 1) vocational skills that prepare youth for life after incarceration 2) benefits of extracurricular programs to become employed 3) the future of incarceration reduced.

SESSION PRESENTERS

Paul Chavez, PhD
Deputy Probation Officer II/Training Manager, Los Angeles County Probation


In a career spanning many years, Paul C., an accomplished instructional professional, has held positions of increasing scope and responsibility. Paul currently serves as a Training Manager for the Los Angeles County Probation Department. Here, he oversees a large-scale training program that has met all organizational expectations. Previously, Paul held many teaching positions, including those at Westcliff University, California Miramar University, and the Los Angeles Unified School District. Currently Besides his public service, Dr. Chavez is associate faculty with Woodbury University consulting for the public safety department, along with National University as a faculty member for the College of Law and Public Service. Paul obtained his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University, a Master of Public Administration from American Public University, and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from California State University, Dominguez Hills. He is POST certified in Use of Force, Principled Policing and is a level III POST certified instructor.


Javier Hoil
Supervising Detention Services Officer, Los Angeles County Probation


In a career spanning many years, Javier Hoil., an accomplished instructional professional, has held positions of increasing scope and responsibility. Javier currently serves as a Supervising Detention Services Officer for the Los Angeles County Probation Department. Here, as a former training manager he oversaw a large-scale training program that has met all organizational expectations. Besides his public service, Mr. Hoil is active with other outside activities overseeing youth development in sports as a track and field coach. Previously, Javier has taught peace officers in de-escalation and use of force policies and is an advocate for officer wellness. Javier obtained his B.S in Sociology from Cal Polytechnical University in Pomona. He also has many important certifications from POST (Peace Officers Standards Training).