KaDeem Benjamin
Herrin,IL
Summary
Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs. Superior work ethic with excellent communication, multitasking and prioritization skills. Skilled at operating with little oversight to complete tasks efficiently. Familiar with housekeeping, restocking and equipment operation practices. Tech-savvy and collaborative with friendly nature and driven approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Big Muddy River Correctional Center
Ina, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Laborer
E.T. Simonds
Carbondale, IL
04.2020 - 07.2022
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
Manager/Hancho
Aisin Light Metals LLC
Marion, IL
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
Head Cook
Liberty Village of Marion
Marion, IL
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
Action Agency Team Member
Crosswalk Community Action Agency
West Frankfort, IL
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
- Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
- Conducted office inventory checks and requested restock of supplies.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
Education
High School Diploma -
05.2009
Skills
- Restraint Techniques
- Records Management
- Excellent Problem Solver
- Staff Management
- Security Procedures
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- File and Record Maintenance
- Strategic Planning and Organization
Timeline
Correctional Officer - Big Muddy River Correctional Center
07.2022 - Current
Laborer - E.T. Simonds
04.2020 - 07.2022
Manager/Hancho - Aisin Light Metals LLC
07.2016 - 03.2020
Head Cook - Liberty Village of Marion
10.2014 - 06.2016
Action Agency Team Member - Crosswalk Community Action Agency
03.2014 - 09.2014
Herrin High School - High School Diploma,
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