Brian Bennett
Beaumont
Summary
Compassionate professional with 31 years of diverse experience seeking a Counseling role. Recent experience as a Shelter Monitor with the Salvation Army, providing support, crisis intervention, and referrals to community services for residents. Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling for Christian Ministries and skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining safety and compliance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shelter Monitor
Salvation Army
Beaumont, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Manage resident intake and conduct interviews, ensuring accurate completion of necessary paperwork and adherence to shelter policies and procedures.
- Monitor shelter activity to ensure resident and staff safety, while responding to conflicts and maintaining compliance with house rules.
- Maintain comprehensive records of shelter activities, including incidents and resident interactions, to support operational transparency and accountability.
- Provide critical support and resources to residents, including referrals to community services and crisis intervention, while ensuring a clean and organized environment.
Shipping Operations Coordinator
Hunter Buildings
Houston, TX
12.2013 - 06.2018
- Coordinated comprehensive logistics functions, including acquisition, distribution, and delivery, ensuring alignment with business systems and processes.
- Negotiated transportation rates and services with suppliers and customers, enhancing supply chain efficiency and sustainability.
- Analyzed and recommended changes to logistics operations, optimizing transportation modes and routes to improve financial performance.
- Developed and implemented logistics policies and procedures, training personnel and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.
Transportation Foreman
United States Steel
Houston, TX
01.2010 - 11.2013
- Managed and coordinated the work of subordinate staff to ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement policies and procedures, and authorized capital expenditures to improve the efficiency of the operations department.
- Conducted safety audits, employee training sessions, and investigations to promote and ensure adherence to safety standards and improve operational safety protocols.
Truck Driver-Owner Operator
C. R. England
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2002 - 11.2009
- Managed a fleet of 4 owned trucks, ensuring mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment were consistently maintained and operational.
- Coordinated delivery logistics by collecting and verifying instructions and routes, and navigating efficiently to minimize fuel consumption and emissions.
Deputy Sheriff
Harris County Sheriff Office
Houston, TX
12.1991 - 12.2001
- Enforced local, state, and federal laws to maintain public safety and order within the community.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal activities, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing detailed reports for legal proceedings.
- Responded to emergency calls and incidents, providing immediate assistance and support to victims and apprehending suspects when necessary.
- Collaborated with fellow law enforcement agencies and community organizations to develop and implement crime prevention strategies.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on law enforcement techniques, legal updates, and community relations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity, ensure public safety, and provide a visible law enforcement presence.
- Testified in court as a credible witness, presenting evidence and providing expert testimony to support the prosecution of criminal cases.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and foster positive relationships, enhancing public confidence in law enforcement efforts.
Sergeant Infantry 11B / Fuel Supply 77F
U.S. Army
Multiple
09.1987 - 11.1991
- Led an infantry team of 24 members in combat operations, providing tactical guidance and directing personnel deployment in various military operations.
- Commanded over 300 armed combat patrols, ensuring strategic implementation of offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations.
- Managed training and use of weapon systems, overseeing operation and maintenance of specialized equipment and infantry positions.
- Oversaw the expenditure of $100,000 in operational funds for company supplies and maintained accountability for sensitive items and communication equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling for Christian Ministries (Psychology)
Nazarene Bible College
Colorado Spring, CO02.2025
Masters of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX06-2028
Skills
- Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Competence
- Case Management
- De-escalation techniques
- Client assessment
- Crisis management
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Counseling techniques
- Behavioral management
- Conflict resolution
- Risk assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Professionalism
- Case file management
- Individual counseling
- Mental health crisis response
Certification
Peace Officer, Texas Commission On Law Enforcement 1992
Timeline
Shelter Monitor
Salvation Army
09.2024 - Current
Shipping Operations Coordinator
Hunter Buildings
12.2013 - 06.2018
Transportation Foreman
United States Steel
01.2010 - 11.2013
Truck Driver-Owner Operator
C. R. England
01.2002 - 11.2009
Deputy Sheriff
Harris County Sheriff Office
12.1991 - 12.2001
Sergeant Infantry 11B / Fuel Supply 77F
U.S. Army
09.1987 - 11.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling for Christian Ministries (Psychology)
Nazarene Bible College
Masters of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Lamar University