Egheosa J Phillips
Atlanta,United States
Summary
Patient with great client advocacy skills and extensive knowledge of community resources. Offering 10 years of successful performance in social work roles. Known for compassionate and individualized social work.
Hardworking Professional with skills to step into any social service environment and support clients with addictions needs. I have excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, record keeping requirements and strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Admissions Representative
UEI College
Jonesboro, GA
12.2021 - Current
- Set appointments for individuals to visit campus and conducted facility tours.
- Completed outbound calls to generate referrals and connect with interested individuals.
- Supported students through admissions process by answering questions and assisting with forms.
- Reviewed admissions applications to check students' eligibility for acceptance.
- Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
- Helped students complete paperwork and enroll in school.
Correctional Officer/Senior Case Manager
GEO Robert A. Danton Correctional Facility
Love Joy, GA
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Counseling and supportive services provided to inmates and assessed needs.
- Identified facility openings and acclimated inmates to housing units.
- Documented progress in treatment plans, educational and recreational activities and maintained updated case records.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release
Substitute Teacher
DeKalb County Board Of Education
Atlanta, GA
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Deputy Sherriff
Fulton County Sheriff Office
Atlanta, GA
09.2012 - 12.2016
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of over 200 inmates.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of over 200 inmates.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility
Mental Health Assistant
Peachford Behavioral Health
Dunwoody , GA
04.2009 - 09.2014
- Strategized with clinical team to prevent inmate diversion, abuse and recidivism.
- Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Assessed clients upon admission and discharge to detox; took blood draws for labs.
- Assisted and counseled 30 patients daily.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Touro College
New York, NY09.2007
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Argosy University
Atlanta, GA09.2009
Skills
- MS Office
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Written Communication
- Decision Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Timeline
Senior Admissions Representative
UEI College
12.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer/Senior Case Manager
GEO Robert A. Danton Correctional Facility
12.2019 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
DeKalb County Board Of Education
11.2017 - 08.2019
Deputy Sherriff
Fulton County Sheriff Office
09.2012 - 12.2016
Mental Health Assistant
Peachford Behavioral Health
04.2009 - 09.2014
Associate of Science - Human Services
Touro College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Argosy University
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