Malikah Slater
Sicklerville,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Youth Minister at Holiness Pentecostal Church of Christ and former State Correctional Officer, adept in leadership development and effective communication. Enhanced youth engagement and spiritual growth, while ensuring safety and order in correctional settings. Skilled in mentoring, with a proven track record in building meaningful relationships and fostering community. Skilled in program management, teaching and counseling. Bringing a strong understanding of youth-related concerns, social media proficiency, and a compassionate nature. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Minister/Volunteer
Holiness Pentecostal Church of Christ
04.2003 - Current
- Promote a culture of spiritual growth and discipleship, consistently modeling and encouraging a deepened relationship with God.
- Deliver engaging sermons, inspiring spiritual reflection and growth.
- Enhance youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia into ministry programs.
- Support pastoral staff in developing strategies to improve youth participation and spiritual growth.
- Collaborate with parents to ensure consistent communication regarding youth activities and events.
- Facilitate small group discussions during retreats and workshops, encouraging open dialogue on spiritual topics.
- Provide guidance to junior ministry staff in their professional development and spiritual growth journey.
- Act as confidant for many young church members to enhance faith and personal growth.
- Lead daily morning prayer meetings for people of all ages
State Correctional Officer
N.J Department of Corrections
01.2002 - 09.2010
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJ12.2024
Skills
Effective Communication
Small Group Facilitation
Administrative abilities
Biblical Knowledge
Worship Leading
Youth advocacy trained
Mentoring and Coaching
Preaching
Relationship Building
Leadership Development
Analytical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Youth Minister/Volunteer
Holiness Pentecostal Church of Christ
04.2003 - Current
State Correctional Officer
N.J Department of Corrections
01.2002 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kean University
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