DeShawn Kenner
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Motivated and passionate professional focused on serving marginalized demographics and communities. Dedicated to providing solutions for individuals experiencing mental health issues and psychological trauma associated with violence, gender dysphoria, rejection, bullying, and peer pressure, as I experienced many of these challenges first-hand as a youth. Recognized for youth and family advocacy, exceptional cultural competence, excellent communication and organizational skills, and academically trained in behavioral science. Skilled [Job Title] offering [Number] years of demonstrated success in vocational and career planning. Strong dedication to client advocacy with proven history of implementing resources to meet individual objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
transition coordinator
the fortune society
06.2022 - Current
- Deliver case management services for individuals transitioning back into society from New York City jails, correctional facilities or other reentry programs
- Develop a comprehensive transition plan, outlining client needs and action plan for linking clients to appropriate community services
- Engage Behavioral Health Professionals/Substance Use Disorder Professionals to conduct evaluations and assessments as needed to determine appropriate diversion or post-release treatment services
- Develop recovery-oriented stabilization plans with clients and/or their families as the means for implementing appropriate services
- Arrange resources, advocating for needed services, intervening in crises, and making appropriate referrals
- Document all contacts in a timely manner including face-to-face interviews, collateral and networking contacts, and correspondence
- Maintain case records in accordance with standards and requirements
- Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing treatment and results data.
rehabilitation counselor
federation of organizations
05.2022 - Current
- Provide supportive counseling, restorative services, and crisis intervention to people with psychiatric disabilities in a transitional licensed residential program
- Develop rehabilitation plans by evaluating clients’ physical abilities, interests, experience, skills, and career goals
- Monitor and record clients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure goals and objectives are met
- Facilitate sessions with family members and caregivers to better manage the conditions of clients
- Locate resources such as wheelchairs, computer software, or community support.
OPERATIONS manager
QWIK LOGISTICS
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits
- Established and supervised strategic business actions and streamlined operations
- Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximized business success
- Responsible for strategic business decision-making to develop, enhance and enforce business mission.
crew member
osmose utilities services inc
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Assisted Foreman with utility infrastructure inspections, maintenance, and restoration
- Utilized equipment to excavate and backfill ground material around structures
- Assisted with the installation of trusses for deteriorated construction models
- Maintained acceptable levels of productivity and quality workmanship, based on company standards and project requirements.
inmate liaison committee member
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Served as the point of contact for prison population issues to be addressed with the Facility Executive Team
- Created policies, regarding inmate clothing, recreational equipment, food, periodicals, fundraising and family events, and allocation of funds, which address the concerns of both the prison population and the Executive Team synergistically
- Responsible for ensuring incarcerated individuals assigned to keep lock prison status received the legal representation and documentation needed to contest their confined circumstances.
prisoners for aids counseling and education (PACE) educator
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
03.2010 - 06.2019
- Taught prisoners the AIDS Counseling and Education (PACE) curriculum in English and Spanish, with an emphasis on overall inmate state of health
- Educated incarcerated individuals on preventative methods against contracting HIV/AIDS
- Organized support groups to discuss challenges of the AIDS epidemic within a correctional setting.
aggressiON REPLACEMENT TRAINING (ART) FACILITATOR
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
09.2007 - 02.2010
- Supervised participants of Aggression Replacement Training and assisted participants in transitioning away from violent and aggressive behavior, enhancing their soft skills and coping mechanisms
- Utilized role play techniques as a method of teaching problem-solving and critical thinking to enhance optimal decision making; emphasized collaboration and active participation
- Taught anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills, and functional living skills.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
New York, NY12.2025
bachelor of science in behavioral science -
mercy college
06.2020
Skills
- Program Management
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proactive Problem Solving
- Managing Personnel and Personalities
- SPSS Proficient
- Bilingual Spanish
- Problem-Solving
- Discharge Planning
- Clinical Assessments
- Patient record reviews
Certification
- Tow Policy Advocacy Fellowship Graduate, 05/2024, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, New York
- Certification in Ministry and Human Services, 06/2012, Rising Hope, Inc, Ossining, New York
Publications
- No More Mistakes: Guide to Making Better Decisions
- Twelve Paths to Power: Art of Mastering Self
- Conversation with a Killer
Timeline
transition coordinator
the fortune society
06.2022 - Current
rehabilitation counselor
federation of organizations
05.2022 - Current
OPERATIONS manager
QWIK LOGISTICS
10.2020 - 03.2022
crew member
osmose utilities services inc
06.2020 - 10.2020
inmate liaison committee member
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
07.2019 - 01.2020
prisoners for aids counseling and education (PACE) educator
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
03.2010 - 06.2019
aggressiON REPLACEMENT TRAINING (ART) FACILITATOR
nys DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
09.2007 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Public Administration
JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
bachelor of science in behavioral science -
mercy college