Kimeesha Wheeler-McCray
Cheraw,SC
Summary
Resourceful and dedicated with motivational leadership, training and employee supervision experience.
History of exercising sound judgement and reasoned thinking during crisis events.
Handles difficult and high pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills.
Excellent time management and problem solving skills.
Organized and dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
02.2023 - Current
- Document inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conduct head counts and roll calls.
- Respond to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Respond to emergency situations and de-escalate hostile confrontations.
- Enforce rules and keep order within prison.
- Supervise activities of inmates.
- Inspect facilities to ensure that they meet security and safety standards.
- Search inmates for contraband items.
- Escort and transport inmates.
Supervision Specialist
Alston Wilkes Society
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Be knowledgeable and maintained strict adherence policy and procedure, Statement of Work, and ACA Standards.
- Maintained strict accountability at all times.
- Performed security checks, client counts, and telephone contacts.
- Ensured that visitors correctly sign in/ out of the facility.
- Ensured client/ visitors followed rules and procedures.
- Ensured searches of the facility, vehicles, and personal belongings of clients were performed as needed but at a minimum of once per month. All bags and carry in items were searched upon entering the facility to eliminate contraband from entering the facility.
- Ensured the facility was inspected during each shift worked.
- Performed emergency drills monthly as instructed by the Facility Director.
- Maintained a high level of sanitation at all times.
- Knowledgeable of Material Safety Data Sheet with all guidelines concerning storage, issuance, handling, and accountability of flammable liquids, hazardous chemicals, toxic and caustic materials used in the facility.
- Understood clent component, level systems, and program status.
- Conducted urine testing.
- Maintained alcohol surveillance.
- Complied with authorized absences by sign out, furlough, or home confinement program.
- Took fingerprints.
- Assisted with intake.
- Issued/ inventory of residents medications.
- Complied without any deviation to the BOP (Bureau of Prisons) prescribed policy and procedures for inmate description; proper documentation was done in a timely manner and filed appropriately.
- Notification procedures were followed exactly as stipulated in the notification procedures / numbers memorandum.
- Complied with food service/ medical service requirements.
- Followed proper procedures to practice pest control.
- Safeguarded records in accordance with the SOW and The Privacy Act.
- Escape procedures were strictly followed. The Program Director determined if a client should e identified as an escape. The RRM/ USPO and USM were notified immediately. Residents property must be secured and inventoried by two staff within eight hours.
- Staff Duty Officer (SOD) and RPM/USPO were notified immediately when a client became seriously ill or required medical attention.
- Tracked, maintained and followed up on all Work Order System and ensuring all preventative maintenance was scheduled and conducted, communicating with the State Office.
- Tracked, maintained and followed up on all client admissions and discharges and entered client information into the database as well as reporting this information to the State Office.
- Tracked, and maintained and reviewed all UA reports to ensure compliance and forward reports monthly to the State Office.
- Tracked. maintained and reviewed weekly Status Reports and compared to resident rosters and submitted weekly to the State Office.
- Conducted, maintained, and documented facility inventory quarterly and submitted results to the State Office.
- Assisted the Facility Director in preventing deficiencies on monitoring reports.
- Reported any technical assistance issues to the State Office.
- Tracked daily client information systems and communicated any client changes to the State Office/ RRM.
- Followed Sexual Abuse/ Assault Prevention and Intervention Programs.
- Any instances of unusual and/ or non-routine happenings concerning the facility or client management was telephonically communicated to the SDO immediately.
Behavior Interventionist
Justice Works Behavioral Care
10.2012 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel, and family members to help develop school, home, and community behavioral intervention plans for emotionally behavioral challenged students.
- Conducted home visits for the purpose of service coordination, behavioral compliance, family engagement, community resource coordination, student support, and all other purposes designated by lead counselors.
- Participated in and provided information for Individualized Education Plan Meetings, Family Treatment Plan Meetings, Behavioral Manifestation Hearings, DJJ Hearings, and all other specific meetings.
- Mentored and provided appropriate modeling of behaviors for specific students.
- Provided crisis counseling and interventions when needed at school, home, and in the community.
- Completed all Clinical Service Notes accurately and in a timely manner.
Direct Care Staff
AMIkids SandHills
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Accountable for directing and safely supervising youth in my care.
- Provided direction in behavior choices by coaching social, self-help, academic, and living skills.
- Provided guidance to youth by giving them the tools and skills to be successful.
Residential Coordinator
CHESCO Services
10.2007 - 10.2021
- Oversaw and coordinated care, support and services for each individual living in assigned residences and delivered on site guidance to direct care professionals.
- Kept data secure and followed proper procedures for uploading and transmitting information.
- Visited CTH II locations to gather information.
- Maintained daily workload with speed and efficiency.
- Documented observations alongside required data.
- Directed activities and outline duties for the staff in providing 24 hour operation of the CTH II program.
- Conducted personnel action process, assisting in selection and disciplinary process, and making recommendations to the Director of Residential Services.
- Served as a Interdisciplinary Team Chairperson.
- Called and conducted regular and special meetings to discuss any changes in the annual Individual program plan, changes in schedule, major goal changes, behavior changes, in-house transfers and discharges, and compiled information to amend the individual program plan.
- Maintained communication with contractual service personnel and service coordination to ensure implementation of recommendations.
- Informed Service Coordinators of Plan of Service changes as needed.
- Supervised and monitored the implementation of each resident's Individual Program Plan, integrating various aspects of community programs, recording each resident's progress.
Night/ Weekend Relief Worker
Pee Dee Coalition
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Provided safety for individuals of Domestic Violence and Abuse.
- Counseled individuals about complicated issues surrounding violence in the home.
- Held support groups for women and children, and helping them to find resources to assist them in getting back on track.
Data Collector
Chesterfield County Coordinating Council
11.2011 - 11.2015
- Conducted surveys for Clemson University, for teens in Chesterfield County about teen violence.
Lead Clinical Staff
AMIkids SandHills
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Maintained a caseload of juvenile kids who have been in trouble with the Department of Juvenile Justice.
- Completed weekly summary notes on each individual stated their progress during the week.
- Maintained contact with parole/probation officer concerning individuals progress, and date of release from program.
- Taught Drug & Alcohol classes to juveniles that have come in contact with some type of drug or alcohol.
- Met with individuals during the week to address any issues or concerns at that time.
- Completed various assessments to determine the students progress.
- Completed Individualized Care Plan in order to determine what goals each individual needed to work on.
Lead Clinical Staff
AMIkids SandHills
09.2006 - 10.2007
- Caseworker for juvenile kids with the Department of Juvenile Justice.
- Completed weekly summary notes.
- Maintained contact with parole/probation officers.
- Taught Drug & Alcohol classes to the youth.
- Met with individuals during the week for Face to Face Interventions.
- Completed assessments to determine individuals progress.
- Completed Individualized Care Plans in order to determine each individuals goals.
Behavior Specialist
AMIkids SandHills
09.2005 - 09.2006
- Observed and Modified behaviors of Juvenile individuals.
- Supervised individuals during classes and recreational activities.
- Implemented and designed a curriculum for computer classes for individuals to attend for school credits.
Teacher/ Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
01.2005 - 08.2005
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Prepared High School students for GED testing.
- Taught Academic Reading, and Beginning Math for grades K-12th.
Kindergarten Teacher
Scotland Accelerated Academy
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Conducted parent and teacher conferences.
- Completed screening tests and assessments on each child.
- Attended and supervised various field trips.
Teacher's Assistant
Trinity Learning Center
10.2003 - 12.2003
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Assisted the Lead Teacher with students 3-5 years of age.
Camp Counselor
Camp Turning Point
07.2000 - 08.2000
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Encouraged team performance to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Worked with juvenile delinquent boys from surrounding counties in helping them to get back on track behaviorally.
Camp Counselor
Camp Turnaround
06.2000 - 07.2000
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Worked with girls in learning how to turn their lives around, and getting back on track behaviorally.
Library Assistant
Marlboro County Public Library
06.1998 - 06.1999
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Stayed up to date on references, card catalogs and automated information systems to teach and educate patrons.
- Marketed library's many services to visitors and patrons through active communication.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Development
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC05.2003
High School Diploma -
Marlboro County High School
Bennettsville, SC05.1998
Skills
- File and Record Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Defensive Tactics
- Safety and Security
- Hardworking
- Team Player
- Good Communicator
Additional Information
Guardian Ad Litem volunteer from February 2011 to 2021.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
02.2023 - Current
Supervision Specialist
Alston Wilkes Society
03.2022 - 02.2023
Direct Care Staff
AMIkids SandHills
09.2021 - 07.2022
Night/ Weekend Relief Worker
Pee Dee Coalition
11.2014 - 11.2015
Behavior Interventionist
Justice Works Behavioral Care
10.2012 - 01.2022
Data Collector
Chesterfield County Coordinating Council
11.2011 - 11.2015
Lead Clinical Staff
AMIkids SandHills
07.2009 - 07.2010
Residential Coordinator
CHESCO Services
10.2007 - 10.2021
Lead Clinical Staff
AMIkids SandHills
09.2006 - 10.2007
Behavior Specialist
AMIkids SandHills
09.2005 - 09.2006
Teacher/ Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
01.2005 - 08.2005
Kindergarten Teacher
Scotland Accelerated Academy
08.2004 - 06.2005
Teacher's Assistant
Trinity Learning Center
10.2003 - 12.2003
Camp Counselor
Camp Turning Point
07.2000 - 08.2000
Camp Counselor
Camp Turnaround
06.2000 - 07.2000
Library Assistant
Marlboro County Public Library
06.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Development
Claflin University
High School Diploma -
Marlboro County High School
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