Malisha Whigham
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Alabama Department Of Corrections
Brent, AL
08.2023 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- 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.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
RESIDENT ADVISOR
Stillman College (Upward-Bound)
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Value: Upward Bound is an intensive intervention program that prepares students through various enrichment courses for higher education
- At least two-thirds of the students in each local Upward Bound program are from low-income economic backgrounds and families in which neither parent has a bachelor's degree.
QUALITY TECHNICIAN
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
12.2020 - 08.2021
- My Contribution:
- Assisted production with day-to-day quality problems to reach workable solutions.
- Assured microbiological swabs and samplings are performed at the correct times and correct positions.
- Worked in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
QUALITY ASSURANCE ASSISTANT
Southern Hens
05.2019 - 08.2020
- My Contribution:
- Assist in the development and maintenance of quality assurance procedures.
- Assured microbiological swabs and samplings are performed at the correct times and correct positions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Stillman College
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05.2026
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Team building
- Problem-solving
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Stress Tolerance
- Relationship building and management
- Mentorship
Accomplishments
Graduated from Alabama Department of Corrections Academy with top grade point average of 97.67%.
Activities
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. member Stillman College
- Track & Field Athlete (2015 - 2023)
Awards
- Dean's List (2021 - 2023) Stillman College
- Miss Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Chapter (2021 - 2023) Stillman College
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Alabama Department Of Corrections
08.2023 - Current
RESIDENT ADVISOR
Stillman College (Upward-Bound)
05.2022 - 08.2022
QUALITY TECHNICIAN
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
12.2020 - 08.2021
QUALITY ASSURANCE ASSISTANT
Southern Hens
05.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Stillman College
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of North Alabama