LAKEYSHA EDWARDS
LaBelle,FL
Summary
Higher education and public safety professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a background in student services, case management, operations, and compliance. Manage department operations, campus event logistics, and student welfare support while coordinating documentation, counseling, and safe, organized programs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Student Services
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2019 - Current
- Conducted monthly exit seminars and provided counseling on professional career development and compliance to assist students in their transition.
- Coordinated logistics, safety planning, and execution of monthly campus events and formal graduation ceremonies to ensure seamless experiences.
- Managed daily department operations, supporting Director of Student Services in enhancing student welfare.
Case Manager
Secured Solutions (G4S)
Stuart, Florida
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Liaised with teachers to develop Individual Education Programs to provide quality education for students with disabilities.
- Evaluated IEP for compliance with state and federal requirements regulations and rectified non-compliance issues immediately.
- Developed and implemented a transition services plan to facilitate student movement and support successful transitions.
- Monitored student progress through IEP reviews and revisions to address evolving needs effectively.
- Supported corrective actions with clear reports and detailed case documentation to ensure compliance and improve outcomes.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive records during case reviews. for Secured Solutions Security case review.
Case Manager
Henry & Rilla White Foundation
Pompano Beach, Florida
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress toward goals.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Prioritized active cases based on urgency, risk, and client needs.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL01-2005
Skills
- Student services administration
- Program management
- Student advising
- Student engagement
- Crisis management
- Policy compliance
- Stakeholder relations
- Partnership development
- Work planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
AWARDS
Outstanding Employer Award, Jeff Elkind Spirit Award
Timeline
Associate Director of Student Services
Keiser University
01.2019 - Current
Case Manager
Secured Solutions (G4S)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Case Manager
Henry & Rilla White Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Bethune-Cookman University