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University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Center on Children, Families, and the Law

Enhancing the well-being of children, youth, and families.

Faculty and Staff: Becky Jones

Personal Information

Becky lives in rural North Platte with her husband of six years, Brandon. They are expecting their first child in December 2008. She spends free time with her parents, her dogs, Bo and Britt, as well as boating, ATV riding, travelling to Colorado, and tackling home and yard improvement projects.

Education

  • B.S. in Family Science from University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2001
  • M.S. in Criminal Justice from University of Nebraska-Omaha, 2002

Areas of Interest

  • Retention of Protection and Safety Workers in the HHS system
  • Individualized outcomes for children and youth in the Child Welfare System
  • Advocacy for completion of Education by Nebraska State wards
  • Mental Health Diagnoses and Behavior Disorders in youth and children and their successful treatment
  • Deterrence of Juvenile Offenders from further involvement with the Court and Legal Systems

Professional Activities & Community Service

  • Juvenile Services Officer/Protection and Safety Worker, 2003-2006
  • ICCU Protection and Safety Supervisor, 2006-2008
  • Lincoln County Child Abuse Prevention Council, 2007

CCFL Projects

  • Support and field training of new Protection and Safety Workers in the Western Service area
  • Ongoing support and continuation training for Protection and Safety Workers who have completed training