Makenna Korbel
Kearney,United States
Summary
3 years of professional and personal experience with Medicine and caregiving as well as experience with children and education. I also am experienced working in the jail system and have furthered my education by attending the Corrections courses at the Law Enforcement Training Center in Grand Island, NE. I work very hard in any field and always give 110% effort!
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Program Specialist
YRTC Kearney
2025.09 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programming to enhance participant involvement and skill development.
- Collaborated with community partners to organize events that promote social connections and personal growth among youth.
- Facilitated workshops focusing on leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution to empower participants in their daily lives.
- Assessed program effectiveness through participant feedback, making data-driven adjustments to improve future offerings.
- Advocated for youth needs within the organization, influencing policy adjustments to better serve diverse populations.
- Established a nurturing and inclusive environment, fostering positive relationships between youths and promoting personal growth.
- Provided one-on-one support to at-risk youths, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve success in the program.
- Developed strong partnerships with schools to promote academic achievement among participating students.
Corrections Officer
Saline County Sheriff's Office
2024.09 - Current
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
CMA
Broadwell Senior Living
2023.08 - 2024.04
- Administer Medications
- Caregiver duties (Help dressing, give showers, fall prevention and assist, feed assist)
- Paperwork (Record behaviors, prepare appointment information, write incident reports)
- Provide personal and professional support
Caregiver
Hosanna
2022.04 - 2023.12
- Caregiver duties (Help dressing, give showers, fall prevention and assist, cooking, grocery shopping)
- Housekeeping (Laundry, Bathroom Cleaning, Kitchen cleaning, etc.)
- Provided Support
- Provided Transportation
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Life Choices- ILC
2023.03 - 2023.09
- Administered Medication
- Caregiver duties (Help dressing, give showers, fall prevention and assist, feed assist, cooking)
- Housekeeping (Laundry, Bathroom Cleaning, Kitchen cleaning, etc.)
After School Teacher
Brownell Talbot School
2022.11 - 2023.03
- Taught life skills (Kindness, respect, safety)
- Taught Academic Skills (reading, writing, math)
- Provided Support
Education
Secondary English Education
University of Nebraska-Omaha
Omaha, NE03.2023
High School Diploma -
Wilber-Clatonia High School
Wilber, NE05.2022
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Adaptation
- Computer Skills
- Creativity
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
Certification
- CPR/AED April 2023 Red Cross www.redcross.org/take-a-class/qrcode?fir...
- Certified Medication Aid March 2023 DHHS www.nebraska.gov/LISSearch/search.cgi
Timeline
Youth Program Specialist
YRTC Kearney
2025.09 - Current
Corrections Officer
Saline County Sheriff's Office
2024.09 - Current
CMA
Broadwell Senior Living
2023.08 - 2024.04
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Life Choices- ILC
2023.03 - 2023.09
After School Teacher
Brownell Talbot School
2022.11 - 2023.03
Caregiver
Hosanna
2022.04 - 2023.12
Secondary English Education
University of Nebraska-Omaha
High School Diploma -
Wilber-Clatonia High School