Dennisha Sanders
Clementon,NJ
Summary
Well- grounded university graduate with a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Childhood studies. I am a very determined individual who enjoys being a helping hand, and making a difference in peoples lives. I have 7 years of experience in working with children, and 4 years of customer service. I currently work with special need individuals, and help them with daily living skills. I currently also am a Police Officer and perform the daily duties of protecting and serving the community for which I work for.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Evesham Township Police Department
Marlton, NJ
07.2022 - Current
- Protect citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Communicate with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Patrol assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Attend community engagement events within the community
Direct Support Professional
Luke’s Place
Audubon, NJ
10.2020 - Current
- Foster independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Document client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Facilitate best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Oversee and plan schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Visitation Counselor
Acenda Integrated Health
Glassboro, NJ
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Provide progressive visitation and therapeutic support for children who are in out of home placement who are likely to be reunified with their families within 9-12 months.
- Guide parents in meeting their children’s needs during weekly visits, with the ultimate goal of achieving reunification and permanency.
- Work amongst various social workers to ensure that clients get the proper and adequate services that they need.
- As a visitation coach I document how every visit and how interactions go between families.
- Speak with parents/guardians on ways that they can help improve certain parenting styles
Dietary Aide
Voorhees Rehabilitation & Care Center
Voorhees Township, NJ
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Help prepare meals for residents
- Serve specific meals to patients with special dietary needs with accuracy and speed.
- Research and identify ingredients and nutritional components of foods, diets and menu choices.
- Clean food stations and wash dishes.
- Deliver trays and dishes at designated rooms and times.
- Prepare meals using standards to maintain quality and sanitation.
- Disregard leftovers and take out trash.
Education
Law Enforcement
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Major- Psychology, Minor-Childhood Studies
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, New Jersey01.2020
Master of Science - Justice of Administration
Wilmington University
New Castle, DESkills
- Responsible
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Punctual
- Flexible
- Team player
- Communication skills
- Dedicated
- Reliable
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
- Promoted from assistant counselor to counselor.
- Graduated high school with honors.
- Received multiple academic scholarships.
- A member of Omega Phi Chi Multicultural Sorority incorporated.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation & First Aid certified
- State of New Jersey Basic Course for Police Officers Certification.
- Completed 21-week Full Time Police Academy
- Several Police Trainings/Certifications
Affiliations
- Member, Alumni Association of Omega Phi Chi Multicultural Sorority.
- Academic Dean of Omega Phi Chi
- Member of "Its your Best Shot" foundation
- Annual Breast Cancer Walk
- Annual Austism Speaks Walk
- Lynx group treasurer, and vice president for Omega Phi Chi.
- Feed the homeless in Camden, New Jersey every major holiday.
- Donate care packages to kids with cancer
- Team Recognition Award (Evesham Township Police)
Timeline
Police Officer
Evesham Township Police Department
07.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Luke’s Place
10.2020 - Current
Visitation Counselor
Acenda Integrated Health
06.2020 - 07.2022
Dietary Aide
Voorhees Rehabilitation & Care Center
04.2017 - 06.2020
Law Enforcement
Camden County College
Bachelor of Arts - Major- Psychology, Minor-Childhood Studies
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Master of Science - Justice of Administration
Wilmington University