Amanda Adams
BEVERLY
Summary
Compassionate professional specializing in victim advocacy and inmate behavior modification. Adept at conducting risk assessments and developing tailored treatment plans to promote rehabilitation.
Experienced correctional professional with strong track record in providing counseling and support to incarcerated individuals. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, and conflict resolution. Known for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and adaptability to changing environments. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on promoting rehabilitation and reintegration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Counselor
Huttonsville Correctional Center
Huttonsville, WV
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to address inmate needs and promote rehabilitation.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans tailored to inmates' psychological and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for inmate welfare.
- Monitored inmate behavior, reporting any concerns to appropriate authorities for intervention.
- Documented case notes accurately, maintaining compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of correctional practices and counseling techniques.
- Counseled inmates either individually or group settings to bring problems to light and implement potential solutions.
- Addressed behavior and stability of inmates to root out concerning connections or mental health issues.
- Conducted interviews for hiring of inmate job positions to identify optimal candidates.
Direct Support Professional
Rescare Homecare
Buckhannon, WV
06.2014 - 08.2025
- Provided personalized support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management to ensure well-being and safety.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or health to appropriate stakeholders for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support services, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs, ensuring access to community resources and social activities.
- Implemented safety protocols during daily activities, reducing risks and maintaining a secure environment for clients.
- Conducted regular assessments of client conditions, adjusting care strategies as necessary to improve outcomes.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Education
Pharmacy Technician -
Martinsburg College
Martinsburg, WVNo Degree - Pre-Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WVAcademy Basic Training -
West Virginia Correctional Academy
Glenville, WV12-2025
Skills
- Victim advocacy
- Compassionate
- Professional boundaries
- Case planning
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Gang awareness
- Individual counseling
- Empathy development
- Sound judgment
- Reentry planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Risk and needs assessments
Timeline
Correctional Counselor
Huttonsville Correctional Center
05.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Rescare Homecare
06.2014 - 08.2025
Pharmacy Technician -
Martinsburg College
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Academy Basic Training -
West Virginia Correctional Academy