Melinda Oakley

Melinda Oakley works for the County of Los Angeles, Probation Department as the Victim’s Assistance Liaison. For nearly 20 years, she has been responsible for the community supervision of both adults and youth. She is a Domestic Violence/ Intimate partner Violence subject matter expert and trains departmental staff. She is also a certified Peer Support Representative. Melinda holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Service and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice. She is a Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) certified trainer, certified Spousal Assault Risk Assessment (SARA) trainer, certified Domestic Violence Advocate and well trained in the use of Emotional Intelligence. In addition to her supervision of a Family Violence Caseload at risk, justice involved youth, she has volunteered with a Girl’s mentor program. Melinda participates in a local Interagency Committee that collaborates with DCFS, Regional Center and local school districts. Additionally, she participates in community roundtables, conferences, and is a member of the Santa Clarita Valley Human Trafficking Taskforce.