Donna Seymour
Romulus
Summary
I currently work as an ORC in the Residential Rehabilitation Unit (RRU) at Five Points CF, where my skills developing materials for groups and working with incarcerated individuals to modify behaviors in order to successfully reintegrate into general population and, eventually, civilian life have helped me to grow as a facilitator and as a worthy member of the team in the RRU. The knowledge of the unique needs of this particular population of incarcerated individuals has helped me to see the value in maintaining an even temperament, utilizing discretion, continuing to model good communication skills both verbally and in writing, and the importance of time management to stay on top of my assigned workload. I am looking forward to collaborating with staff to help them achieve a sense of job fulfillment and professional expertise, as well as building a cohesive team that will be an asset to administration at the prison.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Offender Rehabilitation Coordinator
NYSDOCCS at Five Points CF
Romulus, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized rehabilitation case plans to address offender needs and promote successful reintegration.
- Coordinated groups designed to enhance participants' communication and social skills, as well as address addiction and anger concerns.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements for incarcerated individuals with mental health needs.
- Monitored progress of offenders, providing feedback and support to ensure adherence to rehabilitation goals within the Residential Rehabilitation Unit.
Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS at Five Points CF
Romulus, NY
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety within housing units for both incarcerated individuals and staff.
- Responded promptly to incidents, employing de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in logs for accurate record-keeping.
- Pulled video from the Loronix System, served misbehavior reports, and assisted the Hearing Officer.
Network Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS at Willard DTC
Willard, NY
05.2014 - 02.2022
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Taught transitional skills to incarcerated individuals preparing to return to the community so they would be better prepared to reintegrate successfully and reduce recidivism.
- maintain order and discipline through the use of interpersonal skills and leading by example.
- maintained accurate records in logbooks.
- collaborate and work within a therapeutic community to teach communication skills, coping skills for both addiction and anger, self-evaluation, and goal setting.
Substitute Teacher/ 180 Day Substitute
South Seneca Central School District
Ovid, NY
09.2007 - 09.2009
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to enhance understanding.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of education during absences.
English Instructor
Vestal High School
Vestal, NY
09.2004 - 06.2007
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods to ensure learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that fostered student engagement.
English Instructor
Washingtonville High School
Washingtonville, NY
09.1998 - 06.2004
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student learning objectives.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities in inclusion classes.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts by revising existing materials and creating new resources aligned with state standards.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects with Social Studies instructors, promoting cross-curricular learning opportunities.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - English 7-12
SUNY At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Communication
PACE University
Pleasantville05-1993
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Curriculum development
- Problem Solving
- Time management
- Organizational Skills
- Verbal/ written communication skills
- Ability to Collaborate
- Offender supervision
- Relapse and recidivism prevention
- Family support
- Life skills training
Certification
NYS Permanent Teaching Certification
Secondary English 7-12
Granted 9/1/1995
Timeline
Offender Rehabilitation Coordinator
NYSDOCCS at Five Points CF
06.2023 - Current
Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS at Five Points CF
02.2022 - 06.2023
Network Correction Officer
NYSDOCCS at Willard DTC
05.2014 - 02.2022
Substitute Teacher/ 180 Day Substitute
South Seneca Central School District
09.2007 - 09.2009
English Instructor
Vestal High School
09.2004 - 06.2007
English Instructor
Washingtonville High School
09.1998 - 06.2004
Master of Arts in Teaching - English 7-12
SUNY At New Paltz
Bachelor of Arts - Literature And Communication
PACE University