Jennifer Boadi
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Correctional Officer at TDCJ, skilled in emergency response and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance safety and operational efficiency while fostering trust through effective communication and compassion. Committed to maintaining a secure environment and supporting individuals in achieving their personal goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
Palestine
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify security vulnerabilities and maintain order.
- Collaborated with team members to execute emergency response drills, enhancing overall preparedness.
- Monitored inmate behavior and reported incidents, contributing to a safer environment for staff and inmates.
- Managed administrative tasks, including incident reports and daily logs, ensuring accurate documentation of events.
- Developed and enforced policies that improved operational efficiency within correctional facility operations.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Caregiver
Windsor Place At Home Care
Westfield, MA
03.2019 - 11.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
- Monitored client health and reported any changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to foster trust and emotional support.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces, ensuring a safe environment.
- Provided companionship to clients, alleviating feelings of loneliness and isolation.
- Collaborated with family members to communicate client needs and preferences.
- Learned safety protocols for handling medical equipment and emergency situations.
- Adapted care plans based on individual client requirements and feedback from caregivers.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Education
High School Diploma - General Art
KADIEBI ASABE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLqa
Ghana 06.2015
Skills
First aid training
- Emergency response
- Observation
- Safety
- Relationship building and management
- Problem-solving
- Written communication
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Excellent problem solver
- Radio communication
- Decision-making
- Incident reporting
Emergency response
Problem solving
Time management and organization
Compassion
Reliability
Patience
Communication
Certification
Phlebotomist
Timeline
Correctional Officer
TDCJ
12.2024 - 01.2026
Caregiver
Windsor Place At Home Care
03.2019 - 11.2024
High School Diploma - General Art
KADIEBI ASABE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLqa