Kenya Sims
Riverside,RI
Summary
Highly-motivated peace Officer with 26 years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and weapons training. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Counselor II
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 08.2023
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Correctional Counselor II
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
06.2007 - 04.2023
- Conducted interviews for hiring of inmate job positions to identify optimal candidates.
- Counseled inmates either individually or group settings to bring problems to light and implement potential solutions.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Correctional Officer
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.1997 - 06.2007
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Education
Associate of Science - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CASkills
- Maintain Case Files
- Mental Health Disorders Knowledge
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Pre-Sentence Investigations
- Emergency Situations
- Offender Monitoring
- Rehabilitation Support
- Coordinating with Supervisors
- Victim Services
- Parole Board Hearings
- Physical Restraint
- Case Planning
Timeline
Correctional Counselor II
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 08.2023
Correctional Counselor II
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
06.2007 - 04.2023
Correctional Officer
Ca. Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.1997 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
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