Brenda Barber
El Paso,TX
Summary
[Job Title] implements and maintains education programs and services and serves as trusted resource to patrons, school personnel and executive board. Successfully maintains staffing and resources to achieve program objectives within budget. Leverages research-based interventions, strategies and instruction and analyzes data to drive academic achievement and social-emotional growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Counselor/Program Facilitator
Northwest Correctional Complex
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
- Provided leadership for program workers and attendees, guiding day-to-day activities and facilitating [Type] environment.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
- Planned and facilitated Cognitive Behavior Intervention workshops in accordance with Tennessee Department of Corrections curricula, employing varied methods to maximize attendance.
Certified Correctional Officer
Northwest Correctional Complex
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Foster Parent
Benchmark Family Services
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
Supervisor
William Sausage
04.2009 - 05.2012
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
Education
Master of Science - Human Development And Leadership/non-profit
Murray State Unveersity
Murray, KY05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Sociology
Murray State University
Murray, KY05.2004
Skills
- Program Improvements
- Data Analysis
- Human Resources Understanding
- Hiring and Recruitment Knowledge
- Student Discipline
- Clerical Support
- Needs Analysis
- Small Group Instruction
Timeline
Correctional Counselor/Program Facilitator
Northwest Correctional Complex
07.2018 - 12.2022
Certified Correctional Officer
Northwest Correctional Complex
05.2016 - 07.2018
Foster Parent
Benchmark Family Services
04.2014 - 03.2016
Supervisor
William Sausage
04.2009 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Human Development And Leadership/non-profit
Murray State Unveersity
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Sociology
Murray State University
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